Ask The Dentist

APRIL 19, 2021

Welcome to the first episode of Ask the Dentist, hosted by Dr. Mark Burhenne. The premise of this show is the same as that of askthedentist.com : to help patients inform themselves so that they can play an active role in the maintenance of their oral health. This podcast will also introduce you to the concept of functional dentistry, which is a root cause and integrative approach to treating dental symptoms, and aims to bridge the gap between physicians and dentists.

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Oral Health Group

APRIL 19, 2021

Trends are a familiar part of life and most are typically harmless. However, with the rise of social media apps such as TikTok and Twitter, there has also been a concerning rise in dangerous behaviors. While some trends are a … The post Online Trends That Are Damaging to Oral Health appeared first on Oral Health Group.

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Ask The Dentist

APRIL 19, 2021

There is a rising body of knowledge about the importance of the oral microbiome for the maintenance of oral health, but we are still a long way off from understanding things in their entirety. Today on the show, we answer a listener question about how to maintain an optimum state in the oral microbiome! Dr. B gets into some habits revolving around diet, brushing, flossing, and even taping the mouth shut while we sleep.

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Dental News and Technology

APRIL 19, 2021

Forsyth Institute Research News IMAGE: Tooth decay is the most common chronic early childhood disease in the United States. More than half of children aged 6-8 years old have had a cavity, and kids from. view more Credit: Forsyth Institute In a longitudinal study published earlier this month in the Journal of the American Dental Association, researchers analyzed untreated decay in a cohort of nearly 7,000 children enrolled in the ForsythKids preventive dentistry program.

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Ask The Dentist

APRIL 19, 2021

If you have ever been in a situation where your partner or a friend, who is not as careful with their oral health as you are, comes back with a clean report while you’re struggling with cavities, you know how frustrating this can be. So, why do some people get more plaque than others? It is a question that confuses dentists, especially when those who are not as diligent seem to get away with murder.

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

APRIL 19, 2021

0%. Which of the following is the first step in the dental hygiene process of care? LukaTDB / E+. Assessment. Evaluation. Documentation. Implementation. Correct! Wrong! Continue >> Patients may be unaware that dental procedures may complicate or be negatively impacted by existing physiological and/or pathological conditions. Lunatic_67 / iStock / Getty Images Plus.

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Ask The Dentist

APRIL 19, 2021

There is an apparent dearth of literature and conversation on the topic of tongue-tie surgery for adults and today’s listener question asks why that is. There are a few probable and possible reasons for this, and it is very relevant to ask the question in the first place, as treatment of the condition is as important for adults as it is in younger patients.

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Ask The Dentist

APRIL 19, 2021

Grinding your teeth at night, or sleep bruxism, is a common problem, and dentists have typically taken a teeth-protection first approach through night guards or TMJ splints. As research emerges around the topic of sleep bruxism, findings show that there is a link between sleep and nighttime grinding. In today’s episode, Dr. B talks about why it is crucial to differentiate between daytime and nighttime grinding.

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Planet DDS

APRIL 19, 2021

“How’s it going…?” That’s a common question in most conversations. The response on occasion might be, “Just livin’ the dream…!”. If that’s your response, it could have something to do with your inner entrepreneur as a solo, private dental practice owner. But the question could “hang-in-the-air” and prompt you to reflect – “Am I actually living that dream?”.

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Ask The Dentist

APRIL 19, 2021

Today on the show Dr. B gets a question from a listener about whether it is necessary to do surgery on a one-year-old due to the formation of their frenum attachment. The frenum, in simple terms, is the web-like skin tag that connects the upper lip to the upper gum. Dr. B busts a few myths about the frenum attachment to the upper gum and the role this plays in causing gaps in teeth.

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Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

APRIL 19, 2021

Symptoms now inextricably linked to COVD-19 illness—such as loss of taste and smell and heart inflammation—are not unique to SARS-CoV-2. These symptoms and others are common to viral infections; however, research into why these symptoms accompany many viral infections was scarce. The global pandemic has changed that. With many more potential study subjects now available who have experienced loss of taste and/or smell or lung damage following respiratory infections and renewed scientific interest

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Best Dentist in Houston

APRIL 19, 2021

You might be in a position where the conditions of your teeth aren’t helpful or healthy for you anymore. But for what it’s worth, you’ll want to know what are the pros and cons of dental implants , and if they are right for you? What you can learn from this article will give you a better understanding of how implants work and what you need to know before getting them.

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Planet DDS

APRIL 19, 2021

As a group practice or DSO you have a lot to do—marketing, recruiting, training, payroll, billing, and so on. As a result, we often hear from groups and DSOs that they don’t have the time or expertise to launch a dental membership plan across their practice locations. That’s why we compiled answers to the top 10 questions we receive from group practices about launching a membership plan.

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Best Dentist in Houston

APRIL 19, 2021

Physicians have found a connection between wisdom teeth infections and a sore throat. Wisdom teeth sometimes referred to as third molars, emerge in one’s late teens, early twenties, or even later on in life. Often, our mouths aren’t ready to accommodate these additional teeth. As a result, the teeth often erupt in awkward angles, pushing against other teeth.

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Hardin Dental

APRIL 19, 2021

Getting braces is a significant milestone in life, as it can help improve your appearance and jumpstart your self-confidence. It’s completely natural to have tons of questions regarding the process since if you haven’t had braces yourself, you might not know what to expect. While you might initially feel anxiety when contemplating getting braces, you can move forward feeling more comfortable with the whole process once you know the details of the procedure.

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Best Dentist in Houston

APRIL 19, 2021

Wisdom teeth , also known as third molars, emerge in the back part of the mouth. Since the teeth usually have limited to no room for breaking through the gum at a safe angle, they can lead to different dental issues. Are my wisdom teeth making jaw hurt? Well, jaw pain is one of the problems associated with troubling third molars. This post covers the wisdom teeth jaw pain causes, signs and symptoms, relief and treatment options, and more.

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Denticle

APRIL 19, 2021

Security is an interesting thing, truly the blade that cuts both ways. Security in our devices keeps them from potentially being accessed by unauthorized individuals. However, not everyone who uses a device is as honest and trustworthy as most of us. What I mean by that is the security that keeps everyone secure is used by honest people and dishonest people as well.

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3M

APRIL 19, 2021

The post Clinical Case: Esthetic Restoration of Maxillary Central Incisors appeared first on 3M Dental Blog.

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Off the Cusp

APRIL 19, 2021

Off the Cusp - Patterson Dental blog. Share. Tweet. Share. Currently, the mitigation of aerosols and minimizing of aerosol-generating procedures within the dental office are a priority. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) Guidance for Dental Settings (updated Dec 4, 2020) focus on administrative controls and work practices such as four-handed dentistry, high evacuation suction, and dental dams to minimize droplet splatter and aerosols. (1) But while CDC Guidelines continue to evolve during the

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3M

APRIL 19, 2021

April 27th at 05:30 pm CET, Czech Republic (Czech language). Everyone sometimes faces an important decision. In dental practice, such a challenge may be the right choice of cement for bonding prosthetic work. It is a good idea to set out a procedure and criteria that we will always take into account given the clinical situation so that we can decide on the right cement and its application form.

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