Why Scaling and Root Planing Matters for Your Oral Health
Scaling and root planing (SRP) is a deep-cleaning dental procedure designed to treat periodontal disease by removing bacterial plaque and calculus from both the tooth surface and below the gumline. This non-surgical therapy is essential for halting gum inflammation, preventing tooth loss, and maintaining long-term oral health. While it m...
Why Implant-Supported Bridges Are a Game-Changer for Tooth Loss
Missing multiple teeth can significantly impact oral function, aesthetics, and self-confidence. Traditional removable dentures often struggle with stability, speech clarity, and bone resorption over time. Fortunately, implant-supported bridges offer a revolutionary solution—combining the durability of dental implants with the e...
Beyond Functionality: How Full Arch Restorations Transform Mental Well-Being
A full arch restoration—whether through dental implants, implant-supported dentures, or fixed prosthetics —is often perceived as a purely functional solution for missing teeth. However, its impact extends far beyond oral health, profoundly influencing psychological well-being, self-esteem, and overall quality of...
Understanding the Impact of Premature Primary Tooth Loss
The loss of a primary (deciduous) molar before its natural exfoliation can disrupt the natural dental alignment and occlusion. While this may seem concerning, modern dentistry offers effective solutions to preserve oral health and ensure proper development of the permanent dentition. Early intervention not only maintains aesthetics but al...
Introduction
The loss of teeth is a widespread problem that can lead to severe consequences, both functionally and aesthetically. While the immediate effects are typically associated with impaired chewing, the long-term ramifications for oral health can be far more significant. One of the most critical issues is bone loss in the jaw, a condition that develops as a result of missing teeth. This pr...
Introduction
Dental trauma represents a significant portion of injuries sustained by children and adolescents, with studies indicating that approximately 5% of all pediatric injuries are related to the teeth and oral structures. [1] It is estimated that 25% of all schoolchildren will experience some form of dental trauma before they reach the age of 19, with varying types of injuries being more c...
Methods
Using the explanation and elaboration document and the Preferred Reporting Items Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis (PRISMA) statement as a guide, a systematic review was conducted.12 The PROSPERO registration number for this review is CRD42020184804. On November 6, 2020, the following databases were searched: APA PsycINFO, Embase, and PubMed. The search keywords are displayed in Table 1...
Tren dan krana gigi dicabut di praktek gigi kaprah (umum)
Kasus di Ontario, Kanada
Abstrak
Meskipun orang-orang di Ontario - Kanada dalam persentase yang berarti masih mencabut gigi mereka, sedikit yang diketahui tentang krana gigi copot. 128 dokter gigi kaprrah (dokter gigi umum) di Ontario berpartisipasi dalam survei ini, memberikan data pada 6143 pasien yang mereka lihat selama pekan ref...
Trends and causes of tooth extractions in general dentistry practice
Case in Ontario, Canada
Abstract
Although a significant percentage of people in Ontario, Canada still have their teeth pulled, little is known about the causes of tooth loss. 128 general dentists in Ontario participated in this survey, providing data on 6143 patients they saw over the course o...