1. Introduction Role of general dentistry in achieving a perfect smile Numerous advances in general dentistry have led to improvements that allow dentists to successfully achieve a perfect smile for patients. There are various options a patient can consider depending on the need, ranging from maintaining to a complete smile makeover. Maintaining a good smile…
Details1. Location It is important to have a general dentist near your residence. If you are in the vicinity, you are more likely to keep appointments as you will not be bothered commuting far when you are half in pain. There are times when you may need to see your dentist for emergency care. An…
Details1. Introduction General dentistry covers a wide range of oral health care. This includes many of the common complaints people have about their teeth. It’s the first line of defense against any oral health issues. It’s recommended to visit a dentist at least once a year. Why so important you ask? A lot of oral…
Details1. Introduction How does one find a general dentist? This can depend on many factors, but one easy way is to ask your current dentist what services they offer and whether a general dentist would be able to perform the procedures you are looking for. If you are looking for a general dentist to provide…
Details1. Introduction The use of porcelain veneers is not a reversible treatment. This is because the process involves removing some enamel from the tooth surface, thus requiring a veneer for protection. It should also be noted that veneers cannot be repaired, and so any fracture requires a new veneer. Care of a patient with veneers…
Details1. Factors to Consider Reputation of the dentistry The dentistry’s reputation can significantly contribute to the cost of porcelain veneers, but this factor of success may well be an important consideration. Dentists with a greater reputation at stake will generally also have a higher stake in the quality of their work, as reflected by the…
Details1. Introduction There are certain cases that are more appropriate for veneers over other types of restorations such as full crowns or composite bonding. These cases generally involve teeth that have intact enamel surfaces but are discolored, malpositioned, or fractured. Other relative indications for veneers include closing diastemas or spaces between teeth, providing a more…
Details1. Introduction Most people fear going to the dentist for just a regular check-up and a clean, often alone a dental procedure. The thought of even getting teeth removed or having facial surgery is daunting. In today’s society, it is increasingly socially unacceptable to have missing, decaying, or unattractive teeth. Just as first impressions are…
Details1. Introduction Oral and maxillofacial surgery requires additional years of hospital-based surgical and anesthesia training after graduation from dental school. As oral and maxillofacial surgeons, we manage a wide variety of problems relating to the mouth, teeth, and facial regions. We practice a full scope of oral and maxillofacial surgery with expertise ranging from corrective…
Details1. Introduction As diseases of the mouth continue to initiate other health problems, dental surgeons are becoming more and more crucial to preventative health care. Dental surgeons are able to prevent and treat diseases by taking care of problems on a level of severity. Many times, surgery is the only way to prevent diseases from…
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