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Maxillofacial Endodontic Periodontal Pediatric…. Huh?
In the world of doctors, we know there are all types that specialize in various fields. But did you know that there are also fields within the dentistry world? These include: academic dentistry, endodontics, military dentistry, private and corporate general dentistry, oral and maxillofacial surgery, orthodontics, pediatric dentistry and public health dentistry.
Each field is unique and requires various levels of training, schooling and certification. In academic dentistry, a person must obtain their dental […]
Super Glue for Teeth?
Super glue can be used to fix a broken vase, mend a shattered memento, bind together a broken tooth….now wait just a second! Say what?
That’s right. Sometimes desperate times calls for desperate measures. A 48 year old woman in England, Angie Barlow, decided to take matters into her own hands in an effort to avoid going to the dentist. Her mother’s throat cancer had been discovered during a routine visit, and a fear took over […]
Ouch… Bleeding Gums?
I can’t possibly be the only person that grew up hearing that it was “healthy” for gums to bleed while using a tooth brush, encouraging me to brush harder and floss with more vigor. Bleeding gums are, in fact, not normal. The bleeding is actually caused by a lack of daily care and attention to oral health. Inflamed gums (which lead to bleeding) can be a response to plaque build- up, gum disease […]
Back to Basics | Adult Teeth
Let’s go back to the basics: the anatomy of teeth. Do you actually know about the complexity of your pearly whites? Or how the mouth works, exactly? No? Well, me neither. So sit back, relax, and prepare to be awestruck through this mini mouth lesson.
First of all, your teeth are made up of 4 parts:
- enamel (the outside of the tooth and also the hardest tissue in your entire […]
Even Queens Wear “Train Tracks”
Isn’t it funny how most of us “commoners” assume that people of prestige and power somehow bypass certain “rights of passage” or uncomfortable realities of life? But in reality, even those folks visit the dentist for regular check- ups and deal with painful cavities, root canals and crooked teeth.
Famous for her kind smile, sophisticated wave and quiet demeanor, the Queen of England is often reserved, leaving personal information out of the public’s knowledge. Recently, however, […]
Burgers, Chips, & Grandma Betty’s Mac ‘n Cheese
Whether you cook out by the pool, host a BBQ with friends, travel to see family, or play a competitive game of kickball, we all celebrate July 4th as the birth and independence of our country. It’s no mystery that one of the best parts of the holiday celebration is the food: burgers, chips, Grandma Betty’s mac n cheese, festive Jello concoctions, smores, and sweet tea! While it’s easy to dismiss all healthy choices in favor […]