Oral and maxillofacial surgery

Crown lengthening surgery is used to create beautiful, healthy smiles. You may have too much gum tissue covering your teeth, causing your smile to appear “gummy.” You want to have a proportional smile full of beautiful teeth, not gums! To correct this, Dr. DiGiallorenzo performs crown lengthening at his Collegeville and Williamsport, PA periodontal offices. During this procedure, excess gum tissue is removed and contoured to show off more of your natural teeth and improve your gum line. If you…

Four Reasons Not to Delay a Root Canal Just hearing the words root canal can panic a person. Thoughts of intense pain swirl around in your mind. But if you've been told by your dentist that you need a root canal, you need to go forward with it as soon as possible. There are many consequences in putting off your root canal. The following are four of the most significant. You can lose the tooth When your tooth needs a root canal, it means that the tooth is infected, But unlike a cavity, the…

When it became time for me to choose a prospective career path, there was no doubt in my mind that I wanted to pursue a career in dentistry. I have always had a strong desire to be in a profession that would grant me the opportunity to apply my scientific knowledge towards better treatment of my patients as well as improve the quality of life of those in my care; dental hygiene offers that perfect blend. With the constant advancements in treatment and patient care, along with endless…

whether there is a majority of active participants in the particular industry that the board is regulating, so while dentists may be active market participants for the dental industry, they are not active market participants in another area such as surgery. Not Actively Supervised The final requirement is that the board is not actively supervised. If a board is actively supervised, then they meet the Midcal test and thus have immunity from antitrust suits.…

only make use of the latest technology and innovation. "I am proud to say the "America's Top Dentist' award was provided to me in 2014 for this particular work, and I remain dedicated to providing patients with the latest in dental care at all times. Oral health continues to be of great importance, as it affects a person's overall health. With the help of these implants, patients find they have a beautiful smile once again and they can eat food they may not have been able to consume in the…

into your jawbone and an attached, porcelain crown. This implant is permanent and looks, feels, and functions exactly like your own natural teeth. A dental implant can be placed in your mouth by an oral surgeon, a periodontist, a prosthodontist, or a general dentist with advanced training in implant surgery. A dental implant is an ideal solution for anyone who has a missing or lost tooth. The procedure to get a dental implant is as follows: Examination and X-rays - Your dentist will…

Taking a futuristic view on my life, in a decade from now, I see myself having graduated from dental school and coming to the end of my Orthodontic residency. Though, many may view progression toward a career that spans such a vast period as tedious and unpleasant, I believe the opposite. I know that during this time, I will experience growth as an individual and challenges as a student, but in the end, it will be worth my sacrifice. I am interested in pursuing a career in dentistry because I…

Jobs have a mayor influence on people’s life. Education can help people achieve their goals.I want to be a dental hygienist because that is a job that you don’t have to study a lot ,and it’s a easy job to do.Today , I interviewed my dentist who works in the similar field. First of all , I like helping other people. Something that I learned from interviewing my dentist is that you have to have good communication skills.According to him , being smart is not everything. He told me that the…

Hygienist’s have to remove tartar, stains, and plaque from the patients teeth. They also apply sealants and fluorides to help protect the teeth. Dental Hygienists basically do anything from cleaning teeth to giving x-rays or educating patients about oral hygiene techniques such as how to floss and brush properly. According to U.S department of labor some important personality traits or qualities for this job is critical thinking, compassion, detail oriented, and interpersonal skills. Not all…

free stickers, and of course, the happy and humble dentist himself. As a young person, I remember my parents having an extremely close relationship with Dr. Portnoff and I recall sitting in his office with my parents, talking about everything but my oral care. For me, these moments were not peculiar, and if anything, they were quite amusing and…