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2,500 Years Teeth Show Skill of Ancient Dentist

Maya and other ancient peoples of southern North America went to “dentists”—among the earliest known—to beautify their chompers with notches, grooves, and semi-precious stones, according to a recent analysis of thousands of teeth examined from collections in Mexico’s National Institute of Anthropology and History.

Dental Inlays Restore Decayed Teeth

Dental inlays are larger than a filling but smaller than a crown and are used primarily on the surface of the tooth rather than the tradition filling which drills into a tooth and then filled with a non corrosive substance protecting the internal structure from further damage.

Stop Cavities Before They Start

Oral BioTech makes early detection of decay possible with a hand-held meter that utilizes ATP bioluminiscence technology to detect the levels of acid-producing, decay-causing bacteria in plaque. Extensive research has been completed on this technology, the results of which maintain that a “highly predictive…useful tool for the rapid chair-side quantification of bacterial load…”

Laser Teeth Cleaning Effect

Laser dentistry eliminates many of the common complaints of traditional dentistry. A laser device replaces the rotary tools, like brushes or drills, and can be used for everything from surgery to teeth cleaning and whitening.

Incredibly Inexpensive Dental Treatment In Ecuador

One of the big benefits gained from global dental travel is spotting contrasts, distortions, and trends. Ecuador has excellent laser dentists who, by Western standards, are incredibly inexpensive.

Robot Patient Feels Dental Pain

The figure in the dentist’s chair can say “ouch,” and her eyes may flash in pain. But trust us, she’s not feeling a thing. She’s an animated robot with a high-tech set of pearly whites. Students and resident doctors are currently testing the robot, dubbed Simroid, at Tokyo’s Nippon Dental University.

Dental Implant Surgery For New Smile

Dental implant surgery was discovered by Swedish scientist and orthopedic surgeon, Dr. P.I. Brånemark, he found that a titanium implant could naturally bond with bone material.
Dental implants now allow dentists to replace individual teeth, create bridges or to create denture supports that are much more natural and better-fitting than normal dentures.

Dental Sealants - Protecting The Teeth

Dental sealants act as a barrier, protecting the teeth against decay-causing bacteria. The dental sealants are usually applied to the chewing surfaces of the back teeth (premolars and molars) where tooth decay occurs most often.

Should We Use a Dental Dam for Teeth Treatment?

The dental (rubber) dam is a piece of thin, stretchable latex or non latex material that becomes a barrier to selected teeth when applied. A dental dam is a protective cover that is placed over a tooth being worked on.

Dental Filling Placement. Why and How

When tooth decay has destroyed a part of the tooth a hole remains. The dentist needs to fill this hole produced by the tooth decay; a dental filling is thus placed. Fillings are also used to repair cracked or broken teeth and teeth that have been worn down from misuse.

Mystery of Root Canal Treatments

Have you had chronic tooth pain? Maybe your dentist has mentioned that you need a root canal. These are words that can scare any patient immediately. Perhaps a little explanation will diminish the mystery of root canal treatments and put your mind at ease.

Dental Laser Instead of a Drill for Teeth Treatment

The CO2 dental laser can be used to perform surgical procedures. Dental laser treatment is generally less painful and, therefore, reduce the necessity of anesthesia. In addition, because the laser is a non-contact instrument, it does not create the noise and vibration associated with dental drills. Laser dentistry is an exciting technology that may very well provide you with new dental treatment options.

How to Stop Tooth Decay (Dental Caries)

Tooth decay is the same as dental decay. It is also known as dental caries. It results in a cavity in the tooth and if untreated can spread from the enamel (the hard outer covering of the tooth) into the softer dentine inside. Tooth decay is one of the most common health complaints in the world. It is particularly common in children and young adults, and rates have been fuelled by an increase in sugars in the diet, and poor dental hygiene.

How Can You Stop Receding Gums

Every morning you brush your teeth in order to keep them healthy and cavity free. But did you know that you could actually be ruining your teeth and gums in the process? Two out of three people apply too much pressure when brushing their teeth. This overzealous brushing actually destroys gums by driving gum tissue away from teeth.