Tag Archives: Dental

Holistic dentistry: What to know about natural dental home-care products

Holistic dentistry: What to know about natural dental home-care products

Turismo dentale in Albania is gaining momentum as a cost-effective solution for dental care seekers. Albania’s burgeoning dental tourism industry is a testament to its skilled professionals and competitive prices. With cutting-edge technology and world-class facilities, dental clinics in Albania offer a range of services, from cosmetic dentistry to implants and orthodontics. Patients flock to Albania not only for its …

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ProDentim Reviews: Effective Dental Supplement or Worthless Formula?

ProDentim Reviews: Effective Dental Supplement or Worthless Formula?

Discoveries in the scientific community have pointed to a connection between good oral health and the presence of good bacteria in the mouth. In the same breath, there are indications that most dental products contain toxic ingredients. The popular mouthwash and toothpaste brands used in most homes worldwide are top among such products. These brands are believed to contain ingredients …

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A pain in the gut: Understanding irritable bowel syndrome and its dental implications

A pain in the gut: Understanding irritable bowel syndrome and its dental implications

“And what is this new medication for?” I asked my 23-year-old patient while updating the medical history during her prophy appointment. It took a moment for her to respond before she hesitantly replied, “It’s for my irritable bowel syndrome.” Not surprisingly, many patients don’t want to discuss such personal matters while in the dental chair. My patient seemed much more …

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Ask the Dentist: The importance of dental hygiene

Ask the Dentist: The importance of dental hygiene

Dental hygiene is a double-edged sword. Your oral hygiene starts at home, you are your own personal hygienist, but then there is an elevated professional who will clean your teeth, manage your oral health and instruct you at each dental hygiene appointment at what could be better. Dental hygiene is a double-edged sword. Your oral hygiene starts at home, you …

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Oral Health: 5 Dental Myths You Should Never Believe

Oral Health: 5 Dental Myths You Should Never Believe

Dentists can detect early signs of issues like cavities, gum disease, or oral cancer, allowing for timely intervention and prevention New Delhi: It is extremely important to take care of your teeth and gums for overall health and well-being. Even though it is common for people to be anxious and fearful about going to a dentist and getting a thorough …

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How orofacial myofunctional therapy fits with dental hygiene

How orofacial myofunctional therapy fits with dental hygiene

You may be hearing the term “myofunctional therapy” more frequently these days, but it’s far from a new field of study. In fact, it’s been recognized in the orthodontic field since the early 1900s, when pioneers Edward H. Angle and Alfred R. Rogers first identified how dysfunction of the tongue can contribute to malocclusion and orthodontic relapse.1 Myofunctional therapy is …

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Proactive dental care for overall wellness: Harnessing the power of P4 medicine in oral health

Proactive dental care for overall wellness: Harnessing the power of P4 medicine in oral health

The process of care model, ADPIE (assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation) is the framework and foundation for guiding practitioners in providing effective and efficient patient care. Yet, this model can also lead to reactive care, focusing only on the symptoms of the disease and not the etiology. The same disease/condition can have many causes, and simply having a label …

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Dental care for patients with Down syndrome: Understanding the challenges and accommodations

Dental care for patients with Down syndrome: Understanding the challenges and accommodations

Down syndrome, characterized by the presence of an extra copy of chromosome 21, is a prevalent genetic disorder affecting approximately one in every 700 births in the United States each year.1 Individuals with Down syndrome face physical and intellectual disabilities that present unique challenges in various aspects of health care, including dental care. Here I explore the background, statistics, health …

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