Do you have swollen and sensitive gums which bleed when you brush your teeth? If yes, then chances are that you have underlying gum disease. But you are not alone this! According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), one in every two American adults suffers from some form of gum problems. The good [...]
Do you know what’s the worst enemy of a beautiful smile? It’s cavities! While pearly white teeth make you look attractive and beautiful, crooked and decayed teeth can ruin your personality and smile. For many years, the only option dentists have had to restore decayed teeth, is to remove the damaged tooth portion, and [...]
3D printing technology is finding increased utilization potential in dentistry with each passing day. Gone are the days when the dentists and their team had to do everything by themselves. Thanks to modern dental technology and 3D printing, many of the dental procedures have now become automated. While knowing that 3-D printing technology is [...]
Are you very meticulous about maintaining your oral hygiene, yet you still have teeth cavities and inflammation of gums? If yes, then don’t worry, you may not entirely be at fault here. Instead, it might be your genes! Just like how your genes determine your personality and physical features. Variations in certain genes may [...]
With each passing day, newer, safer and more conservative innovations are being introduced in the field of dentistry. One such innovation is the use of lasers performing various dental procedures, which were first introduced in 1960. This article explains everything you need to know about the use of lasers in dentistry. What are Lasers? [...]
For some people, a routine dental checkup appointment can be a uncomfortable and unpleasant experience. This is because they have to undergo teeth cleaning procedure with mechanical or ultrasonic equipment. These are the tools used by dentist to remove the plaque and tartar deposits from your teeth. What if instead of your dentist cleaning [...]
For most people, regular tooth brushing and flossing are important for maintaining optimal oral hygiene and a set of pearly white teeth. But what if your oral health maintenance is much more important for you than just your smile? Many people already know that our oral health status directly affects our physical health and [...]
Imagine if you could grow a brand-new tooth in case you lost one? This is something which we can expect to happen in the future. Researchers have now been able to regrow dental tissues in damaged teeth, inside their laboratories. Soon the days will be gone when dental implants were the most reliable and [...]
Dental Assistants are essential to the field of dentistry. They work hard to make sure all the dental tools are cleaned properly, patients feel comfortable, and they assist Dentists and Hygienists with dental procedures. In addition, they help with lab work and are trained in medical emergency procedures. Combined, these duties require individuals who [...]
