Tooth enamel

The element Magnesium got its name when it was discovered. It is a silvery white metal that is highly reactive. Its chemical symbol is Mg and atomic number is 12. Its atomic mass is relatively 24. Therefore, it has 12 protons, 12 neutrons, and 12 electrons. According to Steve Gagnon in “The Element Magnesium” Magnesium was isolated by Sir Humphry Davy, an English chemist, through the electrolysis of a mixture of magnesium oxide and mercuric oxide in 1808. Magnesium has a melting point of 650°…

The creature that is being examined in this experiment is the now extinct Spinosaurus aegyptiacus, a dinosaur that lived in Northwestern Africa about 95 million years ago. The Spinosaurus (fig.1) was a creature that has been estimated to be anywhere from 13 to 18 meters (43 to 60) long, weighed 7 to 9 tonnes (8-10 tons), and is agreed to be by most paleontologists the largest carnivorous dinosaur of all time. It is thought to be a piscivore, although the Spinosaurus’ diet and lifestyle is very…

To all dads, brothers, uncles, grandfathers, and other male figures. This is a public service announcement being made to all males who chew or sniff tobacco: STOP. Cease and desist right now. Drop the dip that is in your hands. Throw out all forms of tobacco that is currently in your possession. Do not forget about the stash that you have hiding around the house, in your car, or even at your workplace. Start today and make a change in your life that will not only benefit you, but your love ones…

After assuring the doctor I was ok he came out with the largest plier and started pulling on my teeth. Another dentist at the same time was removing the other tooth and on the count of 3 they both pulled them out. I could hear every crackle, shake, and pop. It was horrifying! Oddly When I saw my teeth and their structure like the roots, the enamel, crown, etc. I was surprisingly amazed. Even though I was in pain it sparked an interest in…

Fractures can occur at many points on the tooth from the crown to the root. A fracture solely to the enamel is not urgent, but still necessary to be treated as it may still cause pain. However, if the pulp of the crown is exposed a root canal may be necessary to fully treat the fracture. A fracture to the root of the tooth can result in splinting the tooth for up to 12 weeks (Perry, 2014, p. 144). That is for only one tooth; if a softball pitcher gets hit in the mouth with a ball…

from head to toe. Almost people know that soda is not a healthful drink, but they might not realize how much it can damage their health. The caffeine can have disadvantageous effects on the brain and nervous system; the acid in diet soda can lead to tooth loss and bone density loss; and the imitation sweeteners can affect gut health in a myriad of ways. Before you decide your daily consumption of these drinks, let’s get a glimpse…

faster than usual with wrinkling, the skin also turns a dark yellow color. Another appearance is he or she’s mouth. Basically, smoking will rotten a person’s mouth out. The tar in a cigarette can build on the person’s teeth thus causing the loss of enamel, tooth decay and bad breath. Without proper dental care and the will to quit smoking will deteriorate the mouth. The chemicals in cigarettes are known to cause thinner hair and hair to prematurely gray over time, also the wounds cuts scraps one…

possible causes of discoloration? Clinical Relevance: Patient is unhappy with diastemas present between teeth #23-25 and wants to close diastemas using direct composite method. However, the patient likes to drink coffee and tea, which can lead to tooth…

Thermoregulation is the process of regulating the internal body temperature of animals within a certain range. Endotherms, such as mammals and birds, thermoregulate internally by generating heat from metabolic processes and are able to keep their body temperature high and relatively constant, adapting to the environment to maintain homeostasis. This type of thermoregulation requires a high metabolic rate, that enables organisms to be more physically active without having to rely on the…

Preventive dentistry is the practice of caring for one’s teeth to keep them healthy. Everyone can benefit from preventive dentistry, from infants to the elderly and everyone in between. There are many benefits to preventive measures such as: avoiding gum disease and cavities, early detection of disease, etc. Several steps one can take to maintain good oral health include: visiting the dentist regularly, brushing and flossing, and eating a well- balanced diet. Fluoride treatments, mouthwashes,…