2018

Two ways to prevent dental abscesses

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A dental abscess is an extremely painful type of infection which can lead to major health complications if it is not identified and treated promptly. As such, it’s worth doing everything you can to reduce your risk of developing this condition. Here are two ways to do this. Get cavities filled promptly A cavity is a hole in a tooth. It is caused by bacterial plaque producing an erosive acid which gradually eats away at the tooth’s outer layers, until a hole forms.…

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3 Reasons Why the Use of CAD Technology Is Making Waves in the Dental World

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Technology is transforming the world in a big way, and the dynamic field of dentistry hasn’t been left behind because better dental solutions lie within technological advancements. In this regard, new technologies geared towards improving patient experiences and outcomes are constantly emerging in the dental care industry, and it seems this trend will continue into the future.  Computer-Assisted Design (CAD) technologies are changing modern dental practice in a big way. Currently, these technologies are being used to fabricate non-metal dental restorations such as dentures, crowns, bridges, veneers, abutments for dental implants, onlays and inlays for patients.…

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4 Common Types of Restorative Dental Materials Used Today

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Restorative dentistry is a branch of dentistry that involves restoring the normal shape, size and function of teeth. Dentists that work in this lane of dentistry use various kinds of dental materials to give patients the results they are looking for. Here is a look at some dental restorative materials commonly used by today’s dentists. Amalgam It is a self-hardening alloy of mercury and silver used to fill cavities (holes) that form on the surface of teeth due to tooth decay.…

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