Dental implants provide an effective alternative to traditional dentures. The implants comprise of a root structure supporting an upper covering resembling a real tooth. The dental implants are made of sturdy and durable material like titanium or ceramic material.The implants are in the shape of small screws placed in the teeth socket often immediately after a tooth has been extracted. This ensures a higher success rate as compared...more
When it comes to dental knowledge Germany is well known for it and Telescopic denture is one of their best. Some of the benefits of the telescopic cover dentures include the prevention of bone loss, esthetic appeal, improved speech (when compared with other types of dentures), proper jaw alignment, and improved chewing efficiency. Periodontitis is a dreaded oral disease that causes the gums to recede, loosening teeth, and...more
If you are unhappy with the colour of your teeth, you may be looking for a teeth whitening product. You may not be able to afford a dentist's professional whitening services, so you may be looking for a home teeth whitening product you can use conveniently at home that costs much less. Some home whitening products use a gel to whiten your teeth but how effective is it?Gel whiteners are made from a compound called carbamide peroxide. The active ingredient in carbamide peroxide is hydrogen peroxide. Hydrogen peroxide is a powerful bleaching agent. Hydrogen peroxide helps to remove stains within your teeth enamel. It is commonly used in cosmetic dentistry to bleach teeth. The whiteness of your teeth after using a carbamide peroxide whitener will be based on the gel's concentration and how long you leave the gel on your teeth. Most gels have a concentration between 10 percent and 35 percent. Products with higher concentrations of carbamide peroxide have a higher risk of bad side effects (e.g. chemical burns). So yes the gel can be effective in whitening teeth and is also used by many dentists in their whitening procedures.What is a good gel based product?Many home whitening products...more
Teeth darken naturally as we age, but also can change color or become unpleasantly stained for other reasons. Stained or discolored teeth can lead to self-consciousness about your smile, reducing your quality of life in many ways. In most cases, tooth whitening can restore your teeth to their original color and luster.Reasons Teeth...more
Can't give up that bad habit yet afraid to smile because you got smoker's teeth? When a friend takes your picture, you either smile without teeth showing or shy away from the camera.Here are tips to help with teeth whitening, because we know you do not want to have yellow, stained teeth forever.Brush right after eating berries or drinking coffee...more
Even if dentists can straighten or whiten teeth, fix toothaches, fill them up or even replace them, you still have to do your part. Making sure that you floss and brush your teeth regularly, mind the food and medicine you ingest and most especially not chewing on hard things are some of the advice experts give. One assistant professor in periodontics says that if you habitually nibble pencils, paper clips or other objects, you're setting yourself up for trouble. Placing objects in the mouth habitually makes the person place the object on the exact area each time and such does not only cause damage on the teeth but it also harms the gum line as it makes the teeth pull away from the gums. An acidic fruit like citrus is another great surprise to many. Individuals who drink citrus juices on the belief that they're being healthy actually don't realize that they might be causing damage to their gums and teeth. Make sure to never let your mouth dry up while you are on medication. Natural cleansers like saliva flow and composition cleanse the gums and teeth while medicines like antidepressants, antihistamines, blood pressure medication and the like can reduce it. Rinsing the mouth after...more
For most people, whiter teeth suggests that the person maintains excellent of oral health. To the contrary, not everyone seems to appreciate the most straightforward steps in order to remove stains from the tooth enamel caused by...more
Last teeth to erupt in the mouth are wisdom teeth. Technically they are called the 3rd molars, because they erupt behind the 2nd molars in the mouth. Every adult have 4 wisdom teeth, two in the upper arch and two in the lower. The wisdom teeth are...more
The cosmetic dentistry is starting to make a niche in the cosmetic industry as the need for attractive-looking teeth becomes in demand. One of the more prominent procedures done by cosmetic dentists is the teeth whitening procedure. A one-hour dental...more
Wisdom teeth removal is the most feared procedures in dentistry. It is believed that everyone most have heard a horror story concerning the dry socket or infections that occur after wisdom teeth is removed. Most people failed to believe...more
Thinking that teeth whitening would be a pleasant addition to her lineup of eyelash extensions, temporary tattoos and custom makeup, this salon owner started offering teeth whitening in her upscale salon. But after an Alabama Board of Dental...more
Dental Bleaching, more commonly known as teeth whitening, is a common procedure in the field of dentistry, especially cosmetic dentistry. Your teeth may become darker with your age due to the changes in the mineral structure of the teeth. Have you...more