Sat.Mar 30, 2019 - Fri.Apr 05, 2019

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Leading the Path Forward in Change

Dental Peers

As my blogs always come out on the first Monday of the month, there is a good chance I am still enjoying myself in the warm sunshine of a Caribbean cruise as you read this. But it is not just any cruise I am on. I am on the third annual Golden Girls of Dentistry Cruise. Yes… I am a male… the lone male… on the Golden Girls of Dentistry Cruise! It is a cruise we, at DentalPeers, put together to bring a number of the greatest minds in dental consulting together to share our knowledge, experience an

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Is Flying After Tooth Extraction Safe?

Brookside Dental

If you’ve been told you’ll need a tooth extracted, you may feel there’s no “convenient” time to have it done. We all lead busy lives, and fitting a dental procedure into your busy schedule may be a challenge. For those who have a vacation or business trip coming up on the calendar, it could raise the question: Is flying after tooth extraction safe? It normally takes a couple of days to recover after tooth extraction , so most dentists would recommend resting for at least 48 hours before flying.

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Temporomandibular Disorders

Dental Studio 121

OUR JAWS DO A LOT of work throughout the day, opening and closing over and over so that we can do ordinary things like talk, eat, and yawn. Ideally, all of the anatomy involved functions as it should and we can perform these tasks without trouble, but many people struggle with temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders because something has gone wrong.

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Which is Better For Periodontal Health During Orthodontic Treatment

Central Ohio Periodontics

Fixed orthodontic appliances have been the traditional treatment method in orthodontic treatment. The placement of brackets, bands, and wires can lead to difficulties in proper oral hygiene, which can result in plaque-induced gingival inflammation and enamel demineralization. Recently, clear aligners have become very popular with its advantages of esthetics and comfort.