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Advice for Third Year Dental Students Starting a Clinic

Dentistry Gone Digital

By: Dr. Sable Muntean. Starting third year clinical can be one of the most intimidating parts of dental school. Learning in a classroom is one thing, but it’s quite another to start applying what you’ve learned to real people and real situations. 4 Tips to Help Third Year Dental Students Succeed. Here are some words of advice and support to keep in mind as you move forward in your dental journey!

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Dental Care Access Expands Significantly in Maine

Dimensions of Dental Hygiene

Maine residents who are covered by the state’s health insurance plan for low-income individuals—MaineCare—will now have access to dental care due to a bill passed by the Maine Legislature. The new dental benefit will cover diagnostic, preventive, and restorative services. MaineCare insures about 200,000 state residents. Dentists remain scarce in Maine with approximately 55 dentists per 100,000 people.

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How to Succeed in Aesthetic Dentistry

Dentistry Gone Digital

By: Cappy Sinclair. Aesthetic dentistry is one of the most exciting and rewarding niches in our industry, and a lot of young dentists find themselves wanting to move into the field. But breaking into that niche can be challenging! Finding success there requires certain skills which might not always be obvious. 4 Ways to Succeed in Aesthetic Dentistry.

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Can You Get Braces With Cavities?

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If you’re looking to straighten your teeth with dental braces , you may be wondering if you need to have your cavities corrected before getting your teeth straightened. Getting dental braces to put on allows extra plaque and tartar buildup to form around your teeth. This may worsen your oral cavity’s overall health, leading to larger cavities that may result in root canals and teeth extractions.

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Common Causes of Yellow Teeth & How to Whiten Them

Denton Dental Center

Your smile is one of the first things that people notice about you—meaning that a stained and yellow smile can lead to some pretty embarrassing first impressions! But fortunately, there are many different cosmetic solutions available that can effectively whiten discolored teeth. But what causes teeth to become yellow in the first place? Keep reading to learn more from your dentist about some of the common causes of stained teeth, along with some ways that the issue can be addressed.