Deciduous teeth

Introduction Everyday children are suffering from pain caused by dental caries. This decaying of teeth is the most common chronic illness among children and prevention is vital to their development. Fluoride varnish is a topical 5% sodium fluoride concentration applied to the surface of teeth twice a year in hopes to prevent these cavities. (Moyer, 2014) The purpose of this paper was to determine if fluoride varnish treatments are successful in the prevention of dental caries in children.…

Teeth are unique to each person, and no two people will have identical sets of teeth. Forensic investigators will use a person’s teeth in heinous crimes, where a person’s DNA and fingerprints are destroyed, to identify a body. Our teeth are made up of primarily Calcium and are similar in structure to our bones, therefore they are much more permanent than most of our fleshy bodies. Since our teeth are so variable, permanent, and unique you might expect that people would be more embracing of their…

There are many foods to eat after wisdom teeth removal that you do not need to worry from getting starved. These food will not only taste good but are also healthy and tolerable too. They are soft and usually mashed in order for you to be able to chew it easily without being uncomfortable while eating. What to eat after wisdom teeth extraction will obviously be enough to give you the strength for the next few days to come while the removal site is still on the healing process. 1. Ice cream. Sure…

‘Dental implantology is the field of dentistry that is concerned with the replacement of missing teeth and their supporting structures with artificial prostheses anchored to the jawbone (Association of Dental Implantology, 2012).’ It is an excellent way of replacing missing teeth without damaging the neighbouring teeth as done in the case of fixed bridgework. The success of dental implants largely depends on appropriate case selection. To formulate an appropriate treatment plan, the following…

In 1929, Dr. West’s sensational toothpaste was advertised to America for the first time. Dr. West’s Toothpaste is a dental hygiene product that is made to be a fast acting polisher for the teeth. This sensational product is made to restore the natural smoothness to your smile and brighten the enamel of your teeth. Made by the Western Company (Western CO.), the oral hygiene product was produced in the United States in areas such as, New York, and Illinois, Chicago. This advertisement explores…

practices among transgenders residing in Chennai city. Background: Tooth brushing is the acts of scrubbing teeth with toothbrush equipped with toothpaste for effectively remove the plaque and calculus (Tartar). There are many techniques to clean the teeth and Gingiva (Gums). In order to improve breath and to keep the mouth clean it is advisable to brush twice daily, gentle flossing between the teeth along with proper cleaning of the tongue and gingival massage. Proper home care brushing…

Introduction: The dental pulp is a loose connective tissue that is found in the center of the tooth. Its primary function is the formation and support of the dentine that surrounds it (Solómon, 2015). The pulp has the unique reparative capacity where it can cause the differentiation of new odontoblasts and in turn lay down dentine. The pulp can be damaged and this leads to the need for treatment. It can be damaged due to trauma either directly or from restorative procedures, an open restoration…

A fixed prosthesis for one tooth or even full mouth rehabilitation is been commonly certified for their reliability and durability. Despite of the conservative procedures of crown preparations, obstacles may occur in each step leading to pulpal exposure. In the past, endodontic treatment or even extraction of the tooth was the only solution to pulpal complications. A recent update shows that pulp capping that resists the death of the exposed or nearly exposed pulp can be explication to pulpal…

you have always wanted with procedures like teeth whitening, dental implants and veneers. People no longer need to have bridges, dentures and broken or stained teeth that are embarrassing and may lower their personal confidence. A cosmetic dentist lehigh valley lehigh valley dental implant offers a solution to missing teeth that that will restore your smile. Dental implants are a popular type of restorative dentistry. They replace broken and missing teeth with a post made of a titanium alloy…

The Importance Of Protecting Your Child’s Teeth While Playing Sports There are many ways for kids to pass the time here in Virginia Beach, VA. Many parents prefer to enroll their children in some sort of sport to help keep their kids busy and active. What many parents don’t realize is that most popular sports involve contact, and where there is contact, there is danger of having teeth damaged or knocked out. This goes for sports like baseball and basketball to activities such as skateboarding,…