The History of Dentistry
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DIY Teeth Bleaching: Do You Have the Right Information?
DIY teeth whitening has gained popularity with both teenagers and adults as they seek a beautiful smile. The number of whitening kits, toothpastes and gels that claim to whiten yellow, stained and darkened teeth are increasing by the day. You may find yourself confused by these products and the numerous whitening tutorials and procedures. Acquiring the right information on teeth whitening is critical to the success of the procedure. So how do you ensure that you are doing it right?
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Why Are Your Gums Black? Five Possible Explanations for a Black Spot on Your Gums
If you have noticed a black spot on your gums, there could be a number of explanations behind it. Wondering why your gums look that way? Here is a look at some of the possibilities: 1. Melanin In some cases, a black spot on your gums could just mean that you have a bit more melanin in that area, just like the extra melanin that causes freckles on your skin. This could be because of genetics or related to overexposure to the sun.
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Now You Can Achieve a Perfect Smile with Dental Veneers
In this day and age of social media, more and more people are looking for ways to look their best. If you are not satisfied with your smile due to defects in your teeth, then you may want to consider dental veneers. These shell-like devices, typically made from porcelain, are applied on the front section of your teeth. The following are some of the reasons why you should opt for dental veneers when seeking to perfect your smile.
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How to Know When a Dental Check-Up is Required
Toothache is hell, yet people commonly let dental problems worsen instead of seeking diagnosis and treatment. This could be due to a fear of surgery, a belief that toothache will clear up and disappear, or just plain laziness. Whatever the causes, people tend to wait far too long to seek dental treatment, resulting in tooth loss further down the line. This infuriates dentists, who know that if people schedule annual check-ups, most abscesses, infections and tooth decay issues can be avoided.
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5 Commonly Asked Questions about Dental Trauma and Emergency Care Answered
Dental trauma following an accident must be attended to within the shortest possible time to avoid permanent damage to the teeth. Such injuries may spill over to affect the dental pulp and nerve system, which is the living part of the tooth. Treatment methods will differ according to the age of the patient and extent of injury. This article discusses some commonly-asked questions about dental trauma and how you can mitigate damage following an accident.
Ever since I was a little girl, I have loved stories about the past. Whether the stories were about horses, wars, exploration or even dentistry, I loved to hear them. I find that knowing the history of something helps it to make sense and feel approachable. I know that some people have dental anxiety, and I too have suffered, but I also feel like the more you know about dental work and its history, the easier it is. This blog is dedicated to exploring the history of dentistry – What did ancient people use for fillings? How did early dentists numb their patients? Who was the first dentist? Those are just some of the questions I plan to answer here. Ready? Okay, let's dive into the history of dentistry together!