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What Is Dental Laser Cavity Detection?
Exciting new technology of many kinds has made the art and science of dentistry more effective than ever. Dental laser cavity detection is one great example of this. Now, with a wand that is about the size of a pen, the dentist can find out whether or not you have tooth decay quickly and accurately. Using the principle of reflection of light, this laser-powered wand can diagnose decay and cavities that are in need of treatment early on, so that they don't get the chance to get bigger and cause m....
2021/07/13
Category: General Dentistry
Comments:0What Are Smile Makeovers?
Although smile makeovers are often thought of as a set of cosmetic procedures that are designed simply to make a smile look better, they are actually more than that. Since the health of the mouth and its appearance are often related, a smile makeover also addresses the issues of tooth and gum health as well as the health of the jaw itself. Before a smile makeover is done, a thorough assessment of the health of the teeth, gums and jaw bone are done in order to plan comprehensive treatment that is....
2021/06/29
Category: General Dentistry
Comments:0What a Dental Cleaning Can Do For You
When you get that email or phone call reminding you that it's time for your next dental cleaning, you may say to yourself, "Awww, that again! I'm busy and I don't have time! Other things are more important!" But even though this may seem to be the case, there are truly many reasons why you should think differently. While you may not consider a dental cleaning to be a top priority matter, you should take the time to learn more about all the things it can do for you. Your mouth is a doorway betw....
2021/06/15
Category: General Dentistry
Comments:0Laser Detection of Caries With DIAGNOdent
Many types of modern dental technology have made it possible to diagnose and treat various dental problems more easily and with more accuracy than ever. Lasers, which produce a very concentrated, narrow beam of light, have many applications in both dental diagnosis and treatment. The DIAGNOdent laser machine is one of these exciting new applications. This machine, which is a wand that is no bigger than a large pen, can be inserted into the patient's mouth to examine the tooth enamel for the deve....
2021/06/01
Category: General Dentistry
Comments:0Should You See Your Dentist for TMJ Pain Treatment?
TMJ pain, or temporomandibular pain, is pain that occurs in the jaw area at the joint where the jawbone is connected to the skull. This is the joint that enables the mouth to open and close, and it is used in chewing and speaking. TMJ pain can be caused by teeth grinding, by trauma to the jaw, by arthritis, or by other factors. Dentists are trained to diagnose and treat TMJ pain and will generally use non-invasive methods first to try to remedy this problem. If you have clicking or popping sound....
2021/05/18
Category: General Dentistry
Comments:0Digital Imaging in Dentistry
Digital dental x-rays are important diagnostic tools in dentistry. They enable dentists to locate cavities as well as gum disease, tumors, and abnormalities of the jaw and bite. Digital imaging is the modern way to do dental x-rays, using special sensors that eliminate the need for film. This technique exposes the patient to less radiation than the older film method, and it's easy for the dentist to enlarge the images for more detailed examination. It's important to have dental imaging regularly....
2021/05/04
Category: Digital Imaging
Comments:0Advantages of Intraoral Digital Imaging
Diagnostic imaging in dentistry is more sophisticated now than ever before. Much of this is due to the advances made in computer and digital imaging technology, which empower dentists to diagnose issues using less radiation and with greater effectiveness and accuracy. Digital intraoral imaging can diagnose a cracked tooth or gum disease and can let the dentist show you the image of your own teeth on a screen so you can see what's wrong! Since the images are on computer, they can also be sent to ....
2021/04/20
Category: Digital Imaging
Comments:0What Are Modern Implants?
Dental implants have opened up a whole new world in dentistry and, over the years, made it possible to replace missing teeth and create strong supports for dental crowns and dentures. These implants are small metal screws, usually made of titanium, that are placed into the jawbone to hold a new crown or tooth. These are done in stages, with the first stage involving any necessary bone grafting to create adequate bone for support. Then, the implant is placed, and must be allowed to fuse with the ....
2021/04/06
Category: Dental Implants
Comments:0Ways to Brighten Your Smile
Having a beautiful and healthy-looking smile is important for showing a confident face to the world. However, over time, our teeth often become stained or yellowed due to years of consuming beverages like coffee, tea or red wine. Even certain medications can cause the teeth to become discolored and your smile to become dull. No matter how old the stains are, they don't have to be there forever. There are ways to brighten your smile that you can try at home, or you can see a dentist for a profess....
2021/03/23
Category: Cosmetic Dentistry
Comments:0Common Types of Dentistry
Depending on the patient’s age and the state of their oral health, the type of dentist they should see will vary. Because everyone has different dental needs, the various dentistry types include general dentistry, family dentistry, pediatric dentistry, orthodontics, cosmetic dentistry, and specialty dentistry. While this variety may seem overwhelming, a short read about each type of dentist can put your mind at ease and one step closer to receiving the most effective care. General Dentistry ....
2021/03/09
Category: General Dentistry
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