I have been asked a zillion times !! "Doctor ,What about Mouth wash ?? can i use it regularly ?"
According to WIki pedia :
*"Mouthwash, mouth rinse, oral rinse or mouth bath, is a liquid which is held in the mouth passively or swilled around the mouth by contraction of the perioral muscles and/or movement of the head, and may be gargled, where the head is tilted back and the liquid bubbled at the back of the mouth." -An Antiseptic in nature !
*Important information regarding Mouth wash should be about its Ingredients !!
Most of the Indian Brands Marker Chlorhexidine Gluconate !! 0.12 % C G is required for healing of oral tissues !
*Major ingredient of a mouth wash include "Alcohol "!
*Continued use of products containing chlorhexidine for long periods can cause stains on teeth, tongue, and gingiva,[gum]
*Prolonged use can also reduce bitter and salty taste sensations – this latter symptom can be reversed by ceasing use of chlorhexidine.
* The brownish discoloration of teeth and tongue is due to the disintegration of bacterial membranes, leading to the denaturation of bacterial proteins.
WHAT IS A MAGIC MOUTH WASH ???!!
*A "magic mouthwash" (or "magic swizzle"),[citation needed] refers to a non-standardized mixture of ingredients prescribed for a specific purpose, e.g. oral surgery, or to treat the pain associated with mucositis caused by radiation therapy or chemotherapy.
*It is also prescribed for aphthous ulcers, other oral ulcers, and other mouth pain
*Because magic mouthwash has no standard formulation, its use involves concerns about patient safety..
Conclusion :START USING A MOUTH WASH ONLY IF THE DOCTOR SUGGESTS YOU TO ! Mostly a good oral hygiene practice doesnt require administration of Mouth wash .
Patients do complain of halitosis or odour mouth ! Bt mouth wash is not the first line of treatment ! Hence pls do consult a doctor prior to !
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Many of my friends have asked this " Bro ,if i chew orbit chewing gum , shud i brush every day ?" !!
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"You have to brush every other day !! 2 times daily !- morning and night !!
Chewing gum, especially after meals, has clinically proven oral care benefits. There is overwhelming published scientific evidence from laboratory studies and clinical trials showing that chewing sugarfree gum has many beneficial qualities.
A key ingredient of Wrigley’s sugarfree gum is the presence of several types of polyols, mainly sorbitol and xylitol. Research shows that xylitol prevents harmful bacteria from growing. It also reduces plaque as it can help prevent harmful plaque from building up on teeth.
Chewing sugarfree gum can help moisten and refresh the mouth and
sweeten the breath. Studies have shown that chewing gum is one of the most preferred treatments for xerostomia or dry mouth.
A key factor in the development of decay lies in the correct balance
of acid demineralisation and remineralisation of the teeth which
is in turn dependent on the pH of dental plaque. Caries occur when
there is an imbalance between the demineralisation of the enamel
surface following acid generation in the plaque and remineralisation
produced by the return of mineral ions into enamel from the plaque and saliva.
So happy chewing and please brush your teeth daily !♥
As your teenage ages, his or her wisdom will start coming in. Some may come in crooked. Some may come in impacted. Most of the time, all four wisdom teeth come in just fine (although nine out of 10 people have at least one wisdom tooth that comes in slightly impacted).
If your teen’s teeth come in crooked and/or impacted, your dentist may recommend that you have your teen’s wisdom teeth pulled (extracted). The dentist’s reasoning probably is this: it’s far easier to pull wisdom teeth, with a reduced risk of complications, when a person is younger (under 25). The wisdom teeth roots haven’t formed completely yet, making them easier to extract.
Makes sense, no, especially if your teen’s wisdom teeth are coming in crooked, are impacted (there’s not enough room for them to emerge fully) or are showing some other problems? (By the way, 9 out 10 people have at least one impacted wisdom tooth.)
But is it really wise to pull the wisdom teeth?
Read below for some information to help you decide.
WebMD.com reported in 2005 on a study conducted in the Netherlands that found that while many teens have their wisdom teeth pulled, “there’s no evidence this painful procedure prevents future trouble.”
The study found that if the teens’ wisdom teeth were impacted but “not causing any trouble,” there was “no evidence that removing [the teeth] helps or hurts future health.”
But, the study added (according to the WebMD article), “some evidence that removing teens’ impacted wisdom teeth ‘to reduce or prevent late incisor crowding cannot be justified.’”
The article went on to say that according to two dentists interviewed for the article, “troublesome” wisdom teeth should be removed, but that “perfectly healthy teeth” should stay put.
If your teen’s wisdom teeth are coming in healthy and straight, it may be perfectly OK to not pull them from her mouth.
Wisdom teeth extraction is a serious surgical procedure, the dentists added, and should only be done when there’s a real medical reason to do it.
What is a real medical reason?
Your teen’s wisdom tooth probably should be pulled if it’s impacted AND lying horizontally. Another wisdom tooth that should be pulled is one that comes up from the underlying bone of the jaw but comes up only part of the way through the skin.
If a tooth is leaning sideways (isn’t completely horizontal as described above), you and your teen’s dentist will have a bit of a chat because there may be chance the wisdom tooth could rub against its neighbor tooth over time, causing crowding in your teen’s front teeth.
If you do decide to remove your teen’s wisdom teeth, rest assured that they aren’t necessary at all to your child’s health as he or she grows older.
Bottom line, if your teen’s wisdom teeth are otherwise healthy, so long as your child keeps a good eye on them, has regular dental checkups, practices good oral hygiene daily, it may be OK to keep them.
Talk to your dentist before deciding.
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Teenagers are generally very particular about their personality. There are many issues like acne, weight, any scars, complexion, hair care that youngsters have to deal with. ‘SMILE’ the major contributor to confidence is often overlooked. Therefore, instead of proudly flaunting the pearly whites, teeth are habitually covered while laughing.
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If you want to rectify discoloured teeth and desire to make your teeth shine like celebrities, here is something you must know. Our highly qualified team of dentists have listed few procedures and ways that may help you to choose which works best for you...
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Discoloured or yellow teeth could result from injuries or infections. Sometimes the culprit can be fluoride (if used more than needed). If whitening is something you desire for your teeth, here's something for you.
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i. White Strips
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Whitening strips contain low concentration of bleaching agents. Such whitening kits contain trays, paint-on gel or whitening strips. The film in them contains peroxide which you have to place on your teeth. The higher the percentage of peroxide, the less time you need to whiten up.
Whitening toothpastes are formulated with special chemicals and polishing agents. They provide easy removal of stains. The best thing about toothpastes is that they retain the actual colour of the tooth whereas bleaching alters the natural shade.
iii. Whitening at the Dentist Clinic
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Cosmetic dentistry at the dental office is also a great way to whiten your teeth just in one visit. Laser exposure over a whitening gel is one of the fastest procedures for whitening.
iv.Custom Fit Bleaching Trays Provided By Your Dentist:
This is very common effortless and cost effective procedure. Moreover, you can notice results in just 2 weeks. A custom fitted plastic tray with bleaching gel are mostly used twice a day for two weeks or worn overnight for one to two weeks.
Risks For Teens Who Have Permanent As Well As Milk Tooth:
- Tooth whitening can lead to sensitivity and irritation along the gum line.
- If you still have mix of teeth (temporary as well as permanent teeth), whitening may not have a great result.
- Whitening all of the teeth may result in teeth being different shades of white.
- Colours can also change when the primary/milk teeth will be replaced by permanent teeth.
- It's difficult to colour correct the varying shades of white as newer teeth come in.
The Academy of General Dentistry advises teens to wait until the age of 14 to use whitening procedures.
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A cavity is something that every individual needs to go through in his entire life span. All the efforts put in to keep the teeth clean and strong can prove to be useless when you find the one little cavity being formed in a tooth. Cavities can cause a major problem if they are left unattended and here is when people walk in for dental treatments that will help them deal with the present cavities and fight the further consequences.
A group of dentists in Little Rock has recently spoken about filling the cavity at an earlier stage can be the best solution to the problem. It prevents the tooth from decaying further and reduces the amount of pain that the patient may have to go through. In the most several conditions, one needs to think of undergoing a root canal treatment. But, what if the tooth has already been filled or has already undergone root canal and still the patient feels the pain? There are a number of reasons that might cause this pain to persist even after the cavity has been filled. Let us take a look at these one by one and make sure that the dentist does not make these minor mistakes while treating our teeth.
- Lack of Bonding of the Dental Fill
One thing that is most important before a cavity is being filled is that the tooth needs to be cleaned thoroughly and should be dry before that paste is applied on it. There should be even a hair like space present between the tooth and the filling. This space is enough to let in external stimulations to enter in and affect the pulp from within.
- Galvanism
This is the rarest and the least observed after effect of a filling or a root canal. It occurs if there are two kinds of metals present in the mouth. This might be due to a silver cap placed on a root reacting to a cavity filling that contains another metal. The reaction causes an electric charge and thus results into a pain like the one felt while having a sensitive tooth.
- Infection in the Pulp Tissue
This might happen if the bacteria that decayed the tooth already reached the pulp inside. This might have been missed out by the dentist and thus caused pain after the filling was placed. Another thing that could have happened is that the bacteria might have almost reached the pulp and the pulp might have got infected only after the filling was done.
These might be the three main reasons that might be causing the pain even after you have gone through a proper dental treatment. Thus, it is important for doctors to be extra careful while treating a patient with a cavity in the tooth. It is the duty of the dentist to make sure that every minute area on and around the decayed tooth is cleaned before the cavity is being filled or the tooth is to be covered using a metal cap.
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Who can resist the charm of a person with a beautiful smile flashing her pearly whites? As strange as it might sound, a survey has proved that people with beautiful smile are favored over others. Your teeth can make or break your smile. White, perfectly identical teeth can enhance your smile to no extent. On the other hand, stained, chipped, missing teeth can mar even the most beautiful faces. If you are not naturally blessed with a set of pearly whites, you can always seek an expert's help and go for a smile makeover treatment!
Smile Makeover Treatment
Cosmetic dentistry has come a long way, since its inception. Its applications are no more restricted to realigning teeth and fitting crowns on chipped teeth. With the advent of technology and newer practices in this field, one can go for a complete smile makeover. Let us see what are the procedures involved in a smile makeover treatment.
- Repositioning or realignment of teeth using Invisalign braces
- Removal of stains - includes veneering, porcelain treatments
- Missing tooth replacement through dental implants
- Chipped tooth correction using advanced fillings
- Teeth whitening treatments
All the above treatments are capable of producing dazzling results. They can bring about a drastic change in an individual's appearance. Invisalign braces are almost invisible and a far better option than the metal braces. Dental implants are a permanent treatment to replace a missing tooth. Similarly, teeth whitening treatments are a great option if you are looking for a dazzling result in a short time.
Smile Makeover Cost and Duration
The cost of the dental treatment would depend upon the particular treatment you opt for, location of the dental clinic and the qualification of the dentist. It's a no brainer that these treatments at the best dentist's clinics often cost you more. The treatment cost would also depend upon the condition of your teeth. If you only need a small fix, then you can get away with a small budget. On the other hand, major procedures such as implants can put quite a dent in your dental budget.
Similarly, the duration of smile makeover treatments is also dependent upon the nature and number of procedures that you want to opt for. Some procedures like veneering, fillings can be completed over 1 - 2 sittings, whereas more extensive treatments such as braces may even take up to one year to complete.
Smile makeover can definitely enhance your appearance and boost your self-confidence. It may not be wrong to assume that you may actually counter better opportunities in your career and personal life due to an improved appearance.
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If you’re scheduled for your dentist to pull a tooth in the near future, read below for some things you should know beforehand, as well as some suggestions regarding what to do both before and after the procedure.
First, before having a tooth pulled be sure to tell the dentist about any medications you’re taking for any conditions you may have. You pretty much should provide your dentist with your complete medical history.
As for the extraction itself:
- Your dentist will do different things, depending on why he’s decided the tooth needs to go. If he’s pulling the tooth, for example, because it’s become impacted, he will cut the gum and bone tissue that cover the tooth and will use forceps to first, rock the tooth gently back and forth to loosen it and then pull it out. (He will have given you’re an anesthetic of some type before this, of course!)
- Once the tooth is out, a blood clot more than likely will form in the socket. Your dentist will tightly pack sterile gauze in the socket, asking that you bite down on it to help stop bleeding.
- Your dentist may place a few self-absorbing stitches to close the gum’s edges over the socket.
Rest assured, complications are rare, although full recovery can take a few days. You should be able to return to school or work after 24 hours have passed.
Your dentist may prescribe non-habit-forming pain killers. Take them as he prescribes.
The blood clot in your socket will continue to bleed for a bit, so be sure to change the gauze pads your dentist placed in the socket before they become soaked. (You probably won’t leave the dentist’s office until he has determined the bleeding has stopped.)
Once the bleeding stops, you should keep the gauze pad(s) in place for three or four hours. Your dentist also probably will apply an ice pack to the area right after the extraction to keep swelling down. Apply ice for no more than 10 minutes at a time.
Relax at home for the following 24 hours and take it easy for the two or three days following.
Don’t spit or rinse too strongly for 24 hours as you could dislodge the blood clot. After 24 hours, you should rinse your mouth with a mixture of 8 ounces of water mixed with ½ teaspoon of salt.
You should eat soft foods (yogurt, soup, applesauce, and so on) for 24 hours after the extraction and then slowly reintroduce more solid foods as you heal. You also should continue to brush/floss your other teeth, being careful to stay clear of the where your tooth was pulled.
You should expect to feel some pain and an achy feeling after the extraction, especially after the anesthesia has worn off. You also could have a bit of bleeding.
If the bleeding and/or pain are excessive four hours or more after the extraction, call your dentist. You also should contact your dentist if you have a fever, nausea/vomiting, cough, shortness of breath, pain in your chest, and/or excessive redness or swelling near the extraction site.
Technically, anywhere in the world could be a dental tourism destination. However, there are a number of countries who have established themselves as dental tourist destinations, providing patients with good quality, affordable dental care they can rely on.
Where to go for dental treatment abroad?
Traditionally, patients living close to an international border have formed the majority of dental travelers. This is still mostly true, but with the advent of cheap international airfares patients are no longer looking at the nearest destination. However, because most dental tourists are looking to save money, it makes sense not to have to waste money on unnecessary travel expenses.
So, Mexico attracts North American visitors, especially those from the southern states of California, Arizona and Texas who can cross the border easily. Similarly, Costa Rica is within touching distance of Miami, and is convenient for East Coast Americans and Canadians.
In Europe, Hungary is credited as being one of the very first dental and medical tourist destinations with visitors from surrounding countries making the trip for better and less expensive medical care. It is one of the world’s most popular medical tourist destinations and boasts more dentists per head than any other country.
Meanwhile, Thailand has positioned itself as one of the pioneers of modern medical and dental tourism, attracting Aussies and Kiwis, as well as travelers from Europe and The Americas.
Why go abroad for dental care?
The main reason is cost. Americans, Canadians, some Europeans, Aussies and Kiwis all pay a lot for dental care, and the simple fact is that for a lot of people even a modest-priced procedure (in terms of cost of dental procedures) is often out of reach.
Depending on the nature of the treatment dental tourism can save patients, on average, around 70% - more than enough to pay for a holiday.
What about the quality of dental tourism?
There is no reason why the standards of dental care abroad should be any less than what you would receive at home.
But like any other service, it is wise to do your research and check all the information available regarding your procedure, your destination of choice, the clinic and the dentist who will be performing your treatment.
If you don’t know where to start then Dental Departures is an online resource where you can search for a dentist from more than 2250 listed in 29 countries. Dental Departures also pre-checks its verified dentists and provides details of qualifications, clinic photos and real patient reviews to give you everything you need to feel confident about becoming a dental tourist.
When asked why they avoid regular dental checkups, many people said that they are scared of the pain that they may have to bear and a few others said that they do not want to undergo treatments that include a lengthy procedure. But, are the dental treatments really that painful and lengthy? Aren’t there any easier methods to replace such treatments?
A dentist is the right person who can help you select the best treatment that you need. With the introduction of advanced technology in almost all the medical fields, the dental health care industry is in no way an exception. Here too, many dental lab equipments have been introduced to make the tasks easier for dentists and bearable for the patients.
We all know that technology has been helping in making things simpler. Similarly, when we are talking about the use of latest equipments in the dental field, it does mean that the entire dental procedure will be made easier so that dentists finish their task soon without causing much pain to the patient. There are a number of equipments that are necessary in a dental clinic.
The Digital X-ray machine is an important equipment that is a must at a dental clinic. The regular ones will give you a mystified image on a film that you barely understand. But, the more advanced machines that now introduced in this field promise less use of radiation and are thus environment friendly. There are also machines that display the image immediately on the computer screen. The dentist can then explain what is exactly wrong with the tooth.
When a dentist is examining a patient’s mouth, the patient has no idea about what can be seen within. If a camera is used in this case and a monitor placed before the patient, it will help in showing the patient what exactly the problem is. According to dentists, cameras like this, do not only give them a larger view of things, but make it easier to explain the patients about the root cause of a problem.
Patients are often found visiting a dentist when its too late. Either the cavity has reached deep within or it has completely destroyed the tooth. But, if one can make use of a laser scanner to detect these cavities well in advance, dentists can help patients deal with the problem at an earlier stage. Detecting a cavity even before it actually starts affecting the tooth can help in saving the original condition of the tooth.
We have thus seen how useful these advanced equipments can be. They will make work much easier for the dentists and will help in making the patient realize the severity of the problem and will also speed up the entire procedure. Thus, a dentist who wishes to invest in these dental lab equipments, should prefer purchasing the latest ones that have all the advanced features.
Cosmetic dentistry gives an experienced cosmetic dentist the ability to transform any smile from ordinary to extraordinary.Porcelain veneers can be a major component in that transformation. Unfortunately, not every patient who wants porcelain veneers is a good candidate for them. Below you will find what is needed to be a good candidate for porcelain veneers.
Criteria For Porcelain Veneers
-Desire For A Beautiful Smile. when one desires a change, especially one requiring a financial investment, they are usually open to being diligent to maintaining it. If the porcelain veneers are not cared for they will break down overtime. Regular dental examinations, professional cleanings, and excellent homecare are an integral part of keeping your smile transformation.
-Healthy Teeth And Gums. If extensive tooth decay, fractured teeth, or periodontal disease are present, you will not be considered a good candidate for porcelain veneers. A stable platform is needed for porcelain veneers. The mouth needs to be in a healthy, stable state to allow porcelain veneers to be considered an option. You will need a full dental evaluation to assess your dental health. If your mouth is unhealthy, it is best to avoid porcelain veneers due to the high liklihood of failure.
-Alignment Of Teeth. Severely misaligned teeth will cause issues with preparation of teeth for porcelain veneers. Most dentists try to be quite conservative when removing natural tooth structure. If the teeth are too far out of alignment it means more tooth structure will need to be removed to accomodate the spacing. Removing too much tooth structure can lead to tooth sensitivityand even nerve exposure (requiring root canal therapy). For teeth that are severely misaligned, invisalign, 6 month smile, or traditional orthodontics may be needed to bring them into better alignment.
-Sufficient Tooth Enamel Present. Tooth enamel is needed for the porcelain veneers to bond to your teeth. If the tooth is severely worn down or damaged, porcelain veneers will not bond well and may not be a good option for you. In this case a full crown may be a better option.
-Tooth Color. In general, veneers look best when they are thin and translucent. If you have severely stained teeth (developmental dentin staining, tetracycline staining, root canal staining), it is usually best to whiten your teeth prior to veneers. Blockout of color is possible, but doesn’t look as natural.
-Gum Tissue Alignment. Proper gum contours are necessary to proper tooth shaping of veneers. If the gum heights are out of proportion, they will need to be recontoured with a gingivectomy procedure prior to veneer placement.
- Oral Habits: Nail Biting, Teeth Clenching/Grinding (Bruxism). Severe teeth clenchers or teeth grinders are not good candidates for porcelain veneers. Veneers are not able to handle the powerful stresses put forth by grinding and clenching. If a patient only grinds their teeth at night then it is possible to still complete porcelain veneers but only with the use of a night guard at night. Other oral habits such as, biting nails, chewing on pens, opening packages with your teeth, etc. will also cause damage to veneers and may cause them to fail.
Porcelain Veneers Conclusion
Porcelain veneers when done on the right individual can change a persons smile dramatically. It is important to remember that veneers are not right for every situation. Be sure to have a thorough evaluation by your dentist to see if your cosmetic options may include porcelain veneers.
© 2014, Marielaina Perrone DDS. All rights reserved. Henderson Cosmetic Dentist
It has been said that the only thing in life that is constant is change. The same can be said for our smiles. As we age, our smiles change. This occurs when we are younger with new teeth erupting, loss of teeth as we get older, or even just teeth being misaligned. Ever wonder why teeth are constantly on the move?
Teeth Moving Factors
-Genetics. This always plays a role when it comes to our bodies and especially our teeth. Children actually inherit their parents tooth shape and size.
-Age. Anothe rmajor factor. As we use our teeth the dimensions of them change from wear over time. The lower teeth tend to wear out facter than the upper teeth due to their smaller size. This is commonly referred to as vertical bite collapse and is one of the reasons the skin around our mouths sag as we age. As the teeth wear down they are under immense pressure to shift and change positions as the bite re aligns itself anew.
Genetics, of course, can be a major factor. You can actually inherit your tooth shape! Tracing back either one or several generations, if it’s in your genes to have small or misshapen or crooked teeth, then that will probably be your eventual (not-permanent) fate.
-Tooth Loss. A major factor in teeth shifting when we are young and old. Most people believe that primary teeth can just come out and not cause any problems. This is not the case, the primary teeth hold space for the larger permanent teeth so are vital in that capacity. The loss of permanent teeth will allow the other teeth surrounding the loss to shift into that space. If bottom teeth are missing, the tooth above will begin to grow downward. Nothing is stopping it from doing so or pushing it back into its place.
-Tooth Grinding (Bruxism). Grinding the hard surfaces of enamel together can wear down, fracture, and chip your teeth. Your teeth may appear shorter as they wear. Another effect of teeth grinding is actual changes in the position of the teeth. This grinding action juts the lower teeth forward and can loosen your upper teeth over time. Over time, these stresses can allow the teeth to move or drift to a different position and dramatically change your smile.
What Can Be Done To Fix or Stop Your Smile Moving?
-Dental Implants. Missing teeth can make you feel uncomfortable with smiling, socially awkward, or may make you look older than you are. Replacing lost teeth can be done with very natural results. Dental implants are a great way to achieve cosmetics, strength, and durability. Dental implants can be used to replace a single tooth or multiple teeth. The best part is, once restored, the dental implants should last long after your big day is over.
-Dental Bonding. This cosmetic dentistry procedure involves using tooth colored materials that can be bonded to teeth to change shape, color, and length. This same material can also be used to fully cover the front surface (referred to as a composite veneer). Dental bonding can generally be completed in one visit and make dramatic changes to your smile.
-Porcelain Veneers. While the initial cost is higher than the other cosmetic dentistry options, this may be cost effective if extensive changes need to be made. Porcelain veneers can change shape, color, length, and even correct minor misalignments of teeth. This will last a long time, will not stain, and is a very strong, natural looking material. If this is an option for your big day, you will need to plan in advance as time is needed to complete lab work.
-Porcelain and Zirconia Crowns. These types of crowns are the strongest and most cosmetic options available. They are made from modern dental porcelains that range in strength and esthetics. If done properly, no one should ever be able to tell a porcelain crown from a natural tooth. Modern porcelains possesses strength, color properties, and light reflection properties that very closely mimic our natural teeth. Porcelain crowns can be used to change bite alignment issues as well as change alignment of front teeth which are more extreme such as those issues that porcelain veneers alone cannot fix. More natural tooth structure needs to be removed in preparing a porcelain crown vs a porcelain veneer.
-Snap On Smile. This is a quick, conservative way to improve your smile without any permanent dental work. All that is required is having your dentist take impressions of your teeth, choosing a color, and the dentist sending them to a lab to have your custom snap on smile fabricated. Once the snap on smile is created, you simply clean your teeth, apply a fluoride gel inside, and slip it on over your teeth. You can talk, eat and smile with it all day long.
-Tooth Recontouring. Changing the shape or alignment of teeth in a minor way can have a dramatic effect on a persons smile. Tooth recontouring involves removing small amounts of tooth structure from edges of teeth to correct a tooth that might be misshapen or slightly misaligned.
-Orthodontic Treatment. Minor tooth movement can be utilized by your cosmetic dentist to bring your smile in line and allow for a better harmony between your smile and function.
Conclusion
Gone are the days where you have to just “deal” with a smile you are unhappy with. Cosmetic dentistry is not only about esthetics. Many of the procedures listed above will also improve the form and function of your teeth to allow for better health as well.
© 2014, Marielaina Perrone DDS. All rights reserved. Henderson Cosmetic Dentist
Bleeding gums are often an indication of poor dental hygiene or gum diseases. In some cases they may be a symptom of some underlying health issue. In rare cases, they may be a sign of a serious problem such as heart disease or cancer. If you have been suffering from bleeding gums for a prolonged period, then it definitely warrants a need for medical intervention. Your dentist will be able to ascertain a cause behind bleeding gums and suggest an appropriate remedy.
Bleeding Gums Causes
As mentioned above, there could be myriad causes for bleeding gums. Oftentimes, you may also have red, swollen, painful gums. Here are a few of the causes.
- Poor hygiene.
- Wrong brushing technique.
- Using a hard bristled brush.
- Poor diet and lifestyle.
- Underlying medical conditions.
- Gum diseases such as scurvy, gingivitis, periodontitis.
- Hormonal problems.
Only a dentist will be able to ascertain the correct cause behind gum problems. He will suggest an appropriate course of treatment depending upon the underlying cause.
- Poor hygiene can be countered by brushing your teeth for prescribed number of time. Regularly floss your teeth and get them cleaned from a dentist at least once in six months.
- If there is a plaque accumulation underneath your gums, causing pockets, then the plaque needs to be cleaned by a dentist. At times, surgery may be required to reduce the pockets.
- You can get educated about the correct brushing technique from your dentist. Invest in a good quality brush with gentle bristles. It is a good idea to go for electric brush rather than a manual one. Clean your teeth by applying gentle, circular strokes.
- Make necessary changes in your diet plan. Junk food, desserts, sugary drinks can be detrimental to your gums and teeth. Instead, include a lot of nutrient rich fruits and vegetables in your diet.
- Quit smoking. Smokers are six times more likely to develop some kind of dental problem than non smokers.
- Pay a visit to a dental clinic on a regular basis, even if you have perfectly healthy teeth and gums. This way you can address any underlying issue before any painful symptoms surface.
You may want to see your physician on an urgent basis, if the problem is not with gums but your health. In any case, do not delay seeking an expert's opinion when you have bleeding gums.
Billboards On High Traffic Roads In The Area of Your Practice Will Help To Bring In New Clients.
Newly opened and established dental practices are always looking for ways to bring in new clients.
Successful marketing of a practice consists of placing billboard ads in strategic high traffic areas should increase the success of bringing in customers that are seeking a dentist.
A great way to bring in new clients who live and work near your practice is through billboard advertising.
Billboards located along high traffic areas are a great way to increase your client base and get the word out to the public letting them know the name of your practice and all the info you want to relay about your business.
Most people travel the same route everyday and ideally you want to get the word out about your business as they pass by the billboard in their vehicles. There is a very good chance that if they need of what you have to offer, they will give your business at least one opportunity to gain their business.
To start the process of marketing through billboards you will need to drive the area where you want to gain clients.
Once an ideal location for the billboard is found, look along the top or bottom rail of the billboard. The name of the company will be prominently displayed here. Once the billboard company name is found to online and Google the company. Be sure to include your state. This will bring up the nearest office that is located nearest to you.
The next step is to call the company to let them know you are considering running a billboard ad in your area.
A sales rep will set an appointment to visit your office. This will begin the process of starting your billboard marketing ad campaign..
Ideally it is a good idea to check to see if there is more than 1 billboard company in your area.
It is best to shop around and compare rates to receive the best rate. It's acceptable to let the competitor know the pricing the other company has quoted you. This may help you to get a lower rate on your billboard ad.
Usually a billboard contract will allow your billboard to run and be on display anywhere from 30 to 60 days in one location and then move to another location in the area you choose for another 30 to 60 days, Six months is the average contract period. .
The advantage of using a billboard for marketing is the fact you have quite a bit of space which allow you to use your creativity.
It's possible to use a big white smile or use a humorous phrase to gain attention and new clients at the same time.
Eventually over time people become familiar with the billboard and when the time comes and the need for a dentist arises, the odds are very good you may get a call from a potential client.
Always ask a new client to find out how they heard about your business.
Once they let you know they saw your ad on the billboard you will know whether to reinvest your money in another billboard campaign once your contract expires. .
Billboard costs depend on where the board is located. If the area has a high traffic volume the price will be higher to rent the billboard.
The advantage of having a billboard is the fact it is a salesperson that is out working for you to get the name of your practice out 24 hours, 7 days a week.
For some new practices that have cash flow issues the cost of running a billboard ad may not be possible.
The fact that marketing a business will lead to more cash flow puts the dentist in a catch-22 situation. A practice needs additional cash flow to survive but when the cash flow is not coming in it puts the dentist in a difficult situation because he has to then choose whether to continue marketing the business or find other ways to increase cash flow. .
If the practice is less than 3 years old it will be difficult to procure a bank loan for marketing.
Many banks only will lend to established businesses that have at least 2-3 years of credit history.
There is a way for dentists to gain the funds that will allow them to begin a billboard marketing campaign.
Dental Practice Loans are available for dentists that are looking for additional cash flow.
As long as the practice has been in business at least 6 months they are eligible to receive funding through a dental practice loan.
The process is quick and hassle free and the funds may be used for any purpose including marketing the business through billboards.
Once the process is complete and the dentist receives the funding, the exciting process of marketing the practice through billboard advertising can begin.
If your child’s presses up against his teeth or behind them while swallowing, he may have a condition known as orofacial myofunctional disorder (OMD), colloquially called tongue thrust.
Some cases of tongue thrust see the child moving his tongue to the side of his mouth, instead of forward toward his teeth. In addition, your child could position his tongue improperly while at rest. If so, it may lie too far forward in your child’s mouth.
You also might notice that your child tends to keep his lips open and may even stick his tongue out enough that you can see it.
One indication of tongue thrusting is when a child tends to keep his or her tongue a bit exposed outside the mouth.
A tongue thrust may not seem like such a big deal, but it can adversely affect how your child’s teeth align. It also could affect his speech, possibly eventually resulting in a lisp.
Also, just as when a child’s sucks his thumb, tongue thrusting can bring pressure against the front teeth, possible pushing them out of alignment. This can lead the teeth protruding, causing an overbite.
Additional signs of tongue thrust are chapped lips or sores on your child’s lips. You also may notice that your child tends to breathe through his mouth most of the time, rather than through his nose.
Many parents have never heard of tongue thrusting, so don’t be surprised if your child’s dentist, orthodontist, pediatrician, or even someone at school mentions or diagnoses the condition.
A good percentage of tongue thrusting actually is diagnosed when a child starts displaying a speech impediment, such as a lisp.
Treatment may be handled in two different ways:
- The first involves placing a device in the child’s mouth (a dentist performs this procedure) that helps prevent your child from thrusting his tongue forward.
- The second is retraining this habit. Your child will be given exercises that will help him retrain the muscles that are associated with swallowing. A trained speech therapist oversees this type of retraining.
The oral therapy method/retraining tends to have the highest percentage of successful results.
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Word of mouth advertising has always been the best most inexpensive source of new clients for dental practices.
Over the past decade, marketing mediums have changed and expanded, especially mediums such as Yellow Pages and daily newspapers have taken on a diminished role in terms of the audience that can be reached through advertising.
This is due to the fact that these types of marketing avenues are not as important in reaching audiences as they once were due to the rise of the internet.
Television, radio, magazine and billboard are still very effective in reaching audiences as they did years ago without much change. What ties all these types of marketing medium together is the fact that they all can be very expensive and take a large portion of money out of the financial budget at some point in order to bring in new clients.
The main purpose of marketing is to effectively communicate and reach your local community where your business is located. There are many ways to do this, but one method that has not changed throughout the years is word of mouth advertising.
In order to achieve a good word of mouth advertising campaign for your chiropractic practice, you have something interesting about it that can relayed to a potential new client. By connecting with your community you can really show how special your dental practice is by the fact that you are doing all possible to help your local community.
It doesn't matter if you have bought state of the art equipment or have a beautiful waiting room if your competitor is doing something that connects with the community.
If your competitors are doing something that stands out in the community and drawing interest you will never get an opportunity to show off your gorgeous new waiting room.
You have to ask your current patients why they enjoy coming to your practice. This information is key to knowing how to bring in other patients who may enjoy the same things.
Social media such as Twitter and Facebook allow you to immediately reach your local community and have interaction with potential new clients while communicating with your current clients.
Many new clients are found simply through making your current clients aware of your social media website and allowing them to pass the word onto their friends and relatives online by sending them the link to your chiropractic website, Facebook or Twitter page.
The cost of social media is non existent. Basically all you need is a computer and access to the internet which is something you already have as a business that is currently in operation.
You may want to employ an expert in the field of social media, however it is possible to have a successful social network online without one.
Surprisingly if you have teenagers, they may be a resource to the best way to reach your audience online.
There are dentists who allow 16 and 17 year old high school students to run and monitor their social media pages and communicate with their audiences using simple marketing techniques by making the public aware of what you are currently offering and relaying the benefits of visiting your dental office.
The great benefit of social media is the fact that you can pretty much control any type of negative complaint toward your business immediately.
However, the negative can be through receiving a negative review. On many websites which give reviews, negative posts cannot be deleted.
It is the job of practice owner to monitor online any negative info and go into damage control mode by responding to the negative post and giving your side of the story.
With social online media, if someone has a complaint about your practice online, you may immediately address and handle it professionally. This gives you the ability to put your practice in a good light and impress potential new clients.
Other word of mouth advertising techniques go back to on of the fundamentals of marketing which is reaching the community directly.
The most fundamental ways to do this is through personal networking, community events and local charitable activities.
These are very low cost but effective ways to reach new clients and help others at the same time and draws very positive PR toward your practice.
Using online marketing techniques such as content marketing, social media marketing and search engine optimization (SEO) are also very important today in reaching your audience. The down side of this is the fact that it can become very expensive to do SEO professionally in order to receive optimal results.
These various methods effect the positioning of your website online which is the face of your business when it comes to using the internet.
Today, a large percentage of your customers use the internet. The better positioning you can receive on search engines such as Google will go a long way in reaching new clients who are searching online for dental services in your area.
When it comes to social media and word of mouth marketing you have to realize you cannot measure how effective your campaign is in the same way.
Just because someone clicks "Like" on your Facebook page does not mean it will translate into a new client. However by carefully monitoring the number of "Likes" you can measure how many people are actually going to your page which means that if you are putting an effective message on this page you eventually may start receiving new clients.
Ideally you may want to hire a professional social media consultant that specializes in marketing campaigns. You will need to spend money to accomplish this.
Although the cost associated with hiring a social media consultant is nowhere near the amount it costs for radio or television ads, it can still effect your budget if you do not have the cash flow or planned the amount it costs in your budget.
If you have a steady stream of clients you may have the cash flow that is needed to hire a social media consultant.
If this is not possible and you don't have the budget you may try your local bank.
In order to get a bank loan you will need to have at least 3 years in business. This will give you the credit history that is needed by the bank to qualify for a loan.
Most banks will not lend less than $10,000 which may be substantially more than you need to hire a social media consultant that can put together a program to reach new clients.
Alternative funding sources are another way to come up with the cash flow needed to hire social media consultant. If you have been in business at least 6 months and have a checking account you would be eligible to apply for a dental practice loan. These types of loans are a great way to establish credit and the minimum amount you can borrow is $5000.
Once your have the funding available to hire a social media consultant you want to give parameters on what type of program you are looking to put together.
You don't want an online program that is too complicated or one that has so much information or decisions to make they will leave the site.
Many people today are very busy and don't have the time to focus on anything due to the limited time they have in their schedules.
When trying to reach your potential new clients online by using your Twitter or Facebook page, you will want to focus on asking your current customers simple questions about how they liked your services.
Once others see the great benefits of using your dental services, they will want to give your business a visit to see what you have to offer in person.
Ideally people want to receive the same great services others have had and written about on your website or Twitter page. This is how word of mouth advertising begins, once one person has a great experience they always want to let someone else know and hopefully the process will repeat itself.
We all have had to deal with the annoyance of removing a Yellow Pages directory from our front doorstep only to place it directly in the trash. You would be surprised at the fact there are many Americans who still use the Yellow Pages and have a land line telephone in their home.
Many of these individual are baby boomers that are late in retirement age. Dental practices cater to patients of all ages. During a person's entire life span they will still need to visit some type of dental practice, even after they lose their teeth.
Many dentists like to cater and specialize in various age groups to meet their dental needs.
Geriatric dentistry comes into play due to the fact that the American population is aging.
In general, people are living longer due to advancements in the medical field and with improved medical care, sanitation and public health and living conditions have allowed people to live longer than they did years ago.
With increasing life expectancy there are many more older people that are in the US due to the baby boom that occurred after World War II at the end of July 1945.
Many soldiers came home following the war and the US birth rates expanded. Many of the children that were born during and after this until 1964 are known as the "baby boomer" generation.
Baby boomers make up a large percentage of the population in the US. This population now has individuals who range from 48 years on up to 70 years old.
This group still has not embraced the computer world and dependence on cell phone technology as the younger generation has done.
Many baby boomers still operate as they did 20-30 years ago.
There are some who are up to speed on all the latest technology but many still use methods of communication that was used in the 1970's and 1980's.
For dentists who want to reach this audience it is surprising to know that many people who are aged 65 and up still do not have access to computers and do not know how to operate one.
In order to market to this audience it is still necessary to use one of the most prolific forms of marketing that was very popular during the 70's and 80's is Yellow Page advertising.
Many older people still use Yellow Page directories to find what they need to function.
When they need a plumber, repairman or even a dentist in their area they go to the Yellow Pages to find an advertiser who has an ad they feel comfortable with and contact them.
Dentist that want to reach the older market should still invest in a large Yellow Page ad.
The problem is even though this is a dying marketplace, the pricing is still expensive.
A large Yellow Page ad can run anywhere from $2500 a month and as much as $10,000 a month based on the market size of where the ad runs.
The return on investment is greater based on the amount of money that is spent for the ad which is hopefully recovered in new business clients looking for a dentist.
Dentists do not always have a budget to accommodate the high cost of Yellow Page advertising.
A good way to find the additional funding needed to market in the Yellow Pages is to procure an alternative source of funding such as a dental practice loan or a bank statement loan.
The process to receive an alternative loan is hassle free. The main requirement is the fact that you only need a minimum of 6 months in business.
Banks require that a business be established for at least 2-3 years which will allow them to track your payments record and credit history.
Unless you have an ongoing relationship with a bank that spans over a period of years, it is very difficult to receive a bank loan.
Once the funding from your dental practice loan is received from a an alternative funding source such as Small Business Loans Depot, you may then begin the process of marketing potential older clients who are in need of your dental services.
You will increase your client base and the number of new elderly clients for your dental practice with a Yellow Page ad. Also the fact may be added that for every directory ad you place you will receive a comparable listing online. Ed Rogers
What is Zirconia?
Zirconia or Zirconium Oxide is a powdered metal that is used to produce dental Zirconia or frameworks or even dental substructures like bridges and crowns. It is a replacement for the earlier used gold and silver. Zirconia gives a whiter look to the teeth and is transparent for x-rays.
What is a Zirconia Crown used for?
A Zirconia crown is a wonderful cap that helps cover chipped, disfigured, broken or stained teeth. The crown makes them look natural and pretty. These new types of restorations make the tooth look aesthetic and natural. The destroyed part of the tooth is first chipped off and then later is shaped in such a way that the crown can fit in comfortably.
Let us take a look at the advantages of such crowns.
- Strength: The material used for dental Zirconia is made using a powder that possesses crystalline properties. This makes it sturdy and durable. The strength of the crown determines how long will it support you and reduce your trips to the dentist.
- Unbreakable: As we have already seen that the Zirconia is made using a strong material that makes them unbreakable and strong enough to bear all kinds of wear and tear. This reduces the frequency of the visits that a patient would have to pay to the dentist.
- Aesthetics: Zirconia is made of a crystalline, transparent material that makes it look not much different than a real natural tooth. One may not be able to distinguish between the part of the tooth and the Zirconia crown that may be placed over it.
- Highly Compatible with the human body: Zirconia is a material that does not cause any harm to the human body. It is used as a raw material to make artificial joints. Unlike the other materials used, this does not create problems like infections or allergic reactions. Thus, it is completely safe to be used in the making of dental restoration materials.
- Easy procedure: When a person may first think about dental procedures or corrections, all that he might think is about the longest time and lots of pain that one would experience. But, fitting in Zirconia Crowns is an easier task. The tooth is not extracted completely like it is done in other forms of treatment. Only the defected area of the tooth is removed and the rest is made ready to hold the crown.
These are the 5 basic advantages of getting a Zirconia Crown fitted. Another important advantage of such a treatment is that it prevents the graying of the gums that is usually found in the case of many other treatments.
Stress is the body’s internal and external reaction to a change that requires a physical, mental or emotional response. Stress can come from any situation or thought that makes you feel frustrated, angry, nervous, or anxious.
Too much stress is known to be bad for us but did you know that stress can also cause issues to your dental health?
Dental Issues That Can Be Caused By Stress
Poor Dental Hygiene
When a person is under stress they tend to lose focus on basic habits and this includes being diligent with maintaining their dental hygiene. If you do not take care of your dental hygiene, your dental health as well as your general health will begin to suffer. This is especially true if you already suffer from periodontal disease as skipping any part of your dental hygiene program can worsen the periodontal disease. Another issue with being under stress is your nutrition changes. Most people dealing with stress tend to develop very unhealthy eating habits. This can include snacking on larger than normal amounts of sugary foods and drinks. These changes will increase your risk for tooth decay.
A good way to combat stress in your life is to maintain a routine of regularly exercising. Exercising regularly can help you relieve some of that stress and give you an extra energy boost. Exercise will also boost your immune system which is always a plus.
Teeth Grinding (also called Bruxism)
One of the main reasons why people grind their teeth is due to stress. Bruxism can occur day or night but it is usually a subconscious act. Stress is not the only cause of bruxism but it does make it worse. Some of the dental issues associated with bruxism include:
-Headaches
-Ear Pain
-Worn Down Teeth.
-Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Issues
-Sensitive Teeth
-Chipped or cracked teeth
-Receding Gums or teeth with notches in them at the gum line
Your dentist may recommend a night guard to wear while you sleep to minimize the damage caused to your teeth. Usually, if stress is the cause the bruxism will stop when the stressor is removed.
Mouth Sores
Mouth sores come in many forms. These can include:
-Canker sores. These are small ulcers with a white or grayish base and bordered in red. There has been vigorous debate regarding what causes canker sores. Some believe it is an immune system issue, bacteria, or even a virus. Consensus is that stress can increase the risk of them showing up. Canker sores are not known to be contagious.
Canker sores generally last about 7-10 days. Spicy foods as well as highly acidic foods should be avoided as they tend to irritate the sores. One of the best forms of relief comes from a dentist prescribed medicine called Debacterol. This medicine is applied directly to the sore and can reduce symptoms as well as the length that the sores are present.
-Cold sores (or fever blisters). These sores are caused by the herpes simplex virus and are highly contagious. Cold sores are blisters that are filled with fluid that often appear on or around the lips. They can also appear under the nose or around the chin area. Emotional stress can trigger an outbreak. Other triggers include fever, a sunburn, or skin abrasion.
Cold sores often heal on their own in about a week’s time. Treatment is available, including over-the-counter remedies and prescription antiviral drugs. Ask your doctor or dentist if either could help you. It is important to start treatment as soon as you feel or notice the cold sore forming. The sooner you start treatment the effects of the cold sore will be reduced.
Periodontal Disease
Stress can lead to depression. And studies have shown that patients who are depressed have twice the risk of a poor outcome from periodontal disease treatment compared to those who are not in a depressed state. You can not make depression or the stress disappear, of course. But most experts agrees that learning healthy coping strategies can help reduce the risk of periodontal issues getting worse. Also, people who are depressed tend to have poor overall hygiene and that includes dental hygiene.
Conclusion
Keep in mind we all have stress during the course of our day. Developing proper techniques for dealing with that stress can make a world of difference in the maintanence of our dental health as well as our overall health. As always, see your dentist regularly for dental examinations along with professional cleanings to ensure you keep your smile as healthy as can be!
Remember, eating a balanced diet, seeing your dentist regularly, and good oral hygiene help reduce your risks of periodontal disease. Make sure you brush twice a day and floss daily.
© 2014, Marielaina Perrone DDS. All rights reserved. Henderson Cosmetic Dentist
Losing teeth during childhood is natural and common to all. During childhood, falling teeth are associated with growing age and considered the age of transformation as a kid transforms from childhood to adulthood and hence is the time for celebration but if the same i.e. falling of teeth happens during adulthood then all the excitement and happiness changes into shock and concern. Losing teeth during one’s formative years is natural and a sigh of growth as falling of milk teeth makes way for the permanent teeth but missing teeth during the adulthood is not a positive sign at all. It is associated with various oral health problems.
Now in such circumstances, dental implants work as life savers for people with missing teeth. One can lose teeth due to various factors including some serious reasons such as improper care, ignorance in maintaining dental care which leads to damage to teeth and gums or even can further lead to various gum diseases. If these oral infections and cavities are ignored and left untreated then these develop into periodontal disease leaving your teeth weak and weakens the hold of gum. Therefore, this further leads to fall of teeth or sometimes a teeth is severely affected to such extent that a dentist has to perform extraction that leaves a gap between teeth which is replaced by performing a dental implant.
Sometimes tooth has to be extracted, extraction is mainly done to remove third molars that occur out of line hindering neighbouring teeth. In absence of a dental implant when there is a missing teeth, gap between teeth can make things difficult for you as it affects the daily basic activities such as biting, chewing, and cause difficulty while speaking too. Earlier there were a bit limited treatments to replace missing teeth and they were partial or complete dentures for single or more missing teeth respectively. But now with advancement in the field of dentistry, there is a better way of replacing missing teeth and that is undergoing a dental implant.
A dental implant is synthetic structure made to replace the roots of the missing tooth. Broadly, the procedure is a three step process – first is the implant itself, second is the abutment, followed by a dental crown that is placed over the implant. It is fabricated from a bio-compatible material and can be custom-made to match the colour & shade of your original teeth, giving you a complete natural appearance enhancing the beauty of your smile.
The word “Zirconia” is derived from Zirconium Oxide, a white powdered ceramic metal like substance to craft frameworks for crowns, bridges and other dental substructures. It is significantly utilized in superficial dentistry to ensure restoration of a whiter appearance and translucency of the tooth. Zirconium crowns are the ideal solution to several dental issues caused due to unhealthy eating and drinking habits that encompass consumption of antibiotics, tobacco, carbonated drinks, coffee, tea etc.
Zirconium crowns are framed in a manner that they encircle a tooth that has been affected by a threatening cavity. It is typically used to enhance the quality, strength and form of teeth. Though you can find crowns made of different materials, those using zirconium have been steadily growing in their popularity. These crowns have a very thin line to corrode, due to their strong ceramic metal composition. What’s more, their lack of electric conductivity ensures that you don’t feel the too cold/hot sensations that you would with other crowns.
In order to formulate Zirconium crowns, a temporary crown is mounted by uprooting the decomposed segment of your natural tooth. The new crown is securely fixed after it is prepared, thus ensuring a lifelong resolution to your oral health concern. Opting for zirconium crowns lets you bridge gaps in teeth and establish a strong foundation to healthy teeth that rivals all other crowns built of materials such as porcelain, plastic metal etc.
The growing popularity of zirconium crowns can also be attributed to their look, which is very similar to that of natural teeth. These crowns permit light to pass just like a normal tooth would, thus giving your teeth a natural look, contrasting other metal cores that block the passage of light. Many users say that it’s really difficult to tell the difference between natural teeth and zirconium crowns, which in turn make them high in demand for dental work and those looking to get an aesthetic look. Another factor working in favor of zirconium crowns is their ease of use as you can get them fixed using conventional dental cements.
Zirconium oxide is one of the most desired biocompatible substances for dental crowns. It is not only a robust substitute to gold or stainless steel wrapped in the exterior of a rotted tooth but can also be powdered with a laser grinding machine to offer a better fit. This facilitates less labor association and makes it more cost effective, providing an advanced product with a much enhanced longevity. No wonder why zirconium crowns are in vogue and many consider them to be the right choice for their oral health.
