Are you scared of root canal therapy in a dental chair, that drilling sound, and a painful experience? We have some good news for you; everything has changed now. Within a few minutes, you can get a root canal done and feel no pain! Back in the day, for an RCT treatment, patients had to […]
Wisdom teeth are your third row of molars. They are referred to as ‘wisdom’ teeth because most people get it at age 17-22 when they are also said to attain maturity. At some point or another, a good majority of individuals will have to deal with their wisdom teeth, so let’s take a look at […]
Every dentist recommends regular dental checkups every six months. This is as important as brushing and flossing your teeth to maintain good oral health. Routine dental checkups do not only help in maintaining good oral health but also help in the identification of any underlying oral diseases. Unfortunately, people neglect their oral health and forget […]
It could increase the mercury levels in your blood
Dental surface restorations composed of dental amalgam, a mixture of mercury, silver, tin and other metals, significantly contribute to prolonged mercury levels in the body, according to new research from the University of Georgia’s department of environmental health science in the College of Public Health. This research, which analyzed data from nearly 15,000 individuals, is […]
In recent years there has been increasing medical interest in correcting teeth that do not touch perfectly in order to prevent problems such as jaw pain, gaps between teeth and crowding. Now, a new study carried out by Spanish researchers has concluded that dental occlusion is also related to the control of posture and balance. […]
