
Bone and Bone Diseases
... activity keeps bone mass relatively constant. Bear in mind, however, that bone may be removed from one site and deposited at another in order to achieve shape changes, whilst keeping overall bone mass constant. Certain physiological or pathological states can alter the balance of the turnover proces ...
... activity keeps bone mass relatively constant. Bear in mind, however, that bone may be removed from one site and deposited at another in order to achieve shape changes, whilst keeping overall bone mass constant. Certain physiological or pathological states can alter the balance of the turnover proces ...
Effectiveness of Halothane Used with Ultrasonic or Hand
... removed in bits rather than as a slurry. Image analysis of debris within the canal system was based on the subjective interpretation of the projected radiograph. To overcome this potential variable, all of the area data were collected by the same investigator, and each value used in the percentage c ...
... removed in bits rather than as a slurry. Image analysis of debris within the canal system was based on the subjective interpretation of the projected radiograph. To overcome this potential variable, all of the area data were collected by the same investigator, and each value used in the percentage c ...
Oral implants in patients receiving bisphosphonates: A review and
... and hormone replacement therapy (HRT). Of all these treatment options, only oral BPPs have been shown by randomized, long-term studies to reduce the risk of hip fractures (15). Osteoporosis is not a major health risk, though its treatment is important for patient quality of life. The prevention and ...
... and hormone replacement therapy (HRT). Of all these treatment options, only oral BPPs have been shown by randomized, long-term studies to reduce the risk of hip fractures (15). Osteoporosis is not a major health risk, though its treatment is important for patient quality of life. The prevention and ...
Feline Dentistry and Oral Conditions
... and immune response. Once the tissue has been destroyed, which is seen clinically as gum recession, root exposure or even loose teeth, the destruction is irreversible and no treatment is ever going to restore the tissues and tooth back to health. Ultimately the tooth is lost due to loss of the attac ...
... and immune response. Once the tissue has been destroyed, which is seen clinically as gum recession, root exposure or even loose teeth, the destruction is irreversible and no treatment is ever going to restore the tissues and tooth back to health. Ultimately the tooth is lost due to loss of the attac ...
Tooth Ankylosis and its Orthodontic Implications
... of alveolar bone with tooth cementum. It occurs during eruption and may take place before or after emergence of the tooth into the oral cavity.1 Ankylosis occurs when the root becomes fused to the surrounding alveolar bone. Some areas of cemental resorption are found, and the repair by calcified tis ...
... of alveolar bone with tooth cementum. It occurs during eruption and may take place before or after emergence of the tooth into the oral cavity.1 Ankylosis occurs when the root becomes fused to the surrounding alveolar bone. Some areas of cemental resorption are found, and the repair by calcified tis ...
No laboratory period - American Association of Endodontists
... Class 5: Patient will not survive more than 24 hours whether or not surgical intervention takes place. ...
... Class 5: Patient will not survive more than 24 hours whether or not surgical intervention takes place. ...
A Healthy Mouth for a Lifetime: Beyond the Basics
... has moved into these tooth-supporting tissues, and as bone destruction continues, pain often follows. As the disease progresses, more bone is lost. Pus may develop, and teeth might loosen or even fall out. The disease itself is treatable, but the body cannot grow the bone back naturally. A dental pr ...
... has moved into these tooth-supporting tissues, and as bone destruction continues, pain often follows. As the disease progresses, more bone is lost. Pus may develop, and teeth might loosen or even fall out. The disease itself is treatable, but the body cannot grow the bone back naturally. A dental pr ...
BANA Test - Hexagon International (GB) Ltd
... 2. Fold BANA Test strip at the perforation mark so that the upper and lower pads meet. 3. Place the BANA Test strip into one of the top slots of the incubator. The incubator cycle begins when the indicator light comes on. Incubation is complete when the bell sounds. 4. Remove the card from the incub ...
... 2. Fold BANA Test strip at the perforation mark so that the upper and lower pads meet. 3. Place the BANA Test strip into one of the top slots of the incubator. The incubator cycle begins when the indicator light comes on. Incubation is complete when the bell sounds. 4. Remove the card from the incub ...
Non-carious tooth surface loss
... drinks/foods. Regurgitation erosion is difficult to prevent and some chronic cases require referral. Milder cases are normally controlled with self-medication and dietary control. Counseling may be offered for those concerned with body image or suffering from eating disorders. Patients must be advis ...
... drinks/foods. Regurgitation erosion is difficult to prevent and some chronic cases require referral. Milder cases are normally controlled with self-medication and dietary control. Counseling may be offered for those concerned with body image or suffering from eating disorders. Patients must be advis ...
The Saudi Dental Journal
... (1990) found increased adhesion of resin sealer to root canal dentin when compared with zinc oxide eugenol sealers. Saunders and Saunders (1994) showed that an adhering glass-ionomer sealer provides a superior coronal seal when compared to a non-adherent zinc oxide sealer in lateral condensation tec ...
... (1990) found increased adhesion of resin sealer to root canal dentin when compared with zinc oxide eugenol sealers. Saunders and Saunders (1994) showed that an adhering glass-ionomer sealer provides a superior coronal seal when compared to a non-adherent zinc oxide sealer in lateral condensation tec ...
An Economical Solution for Quality Cosmetic Treatment
... Kettenbach (www.kettenbach.us), a system comprising prefabricated, polymerized, radiopaque veneers made of a highly filled hybrid composite, was used with stellar results, as the young patient came away very satisfied with her appearance, and with a long-term plan to eventually convert to porcelain ...
... Kettenbach (www.kettenbach.us), a system comprising prefabricated, polymerized, radiopaque veneers made of a highly filled hybrid composite, was used with stellar results, as the young patient came away very satisfied with her appearance, and with a long-term plan to eventually convert to porcelain ...
Bone Loss Assessment Recommendations
... considered (in addition to lifestyle adjustments) as a preventive measure to decrease the rate of bone loss. Individuals with bone loss at earlier stages in their life should be considered for alternative therapies e.g. low-dose bioidentical HRT. NTx tests can measure the efficacy of the selected tr ...
... considered (in addition to lifestyle adjustments) as a preventive measure to decrease the rate of bone loss. Individuals with bone loss at earlier stages in their life should be considered for alternative therapies e.g. low-dose bioidentical HRT. NTx tests can measure the efficacy of the selected tr ...
Scottish Needs Assessment Programme
... confectionery and a reduction by one third of soft drinks (SOHHD, 1993). Information on funding for oral health promotion programmes was requested from the health boards and from Community Dental Service providers but the data was not available in all cases and its comparability is in doubt. Since t ...
... confectionery and a reduction by one third of soft drinks (SOHHD, 1993). Information on funding for oral health promotion programmes was requested from the health boards and from Community Dental Service providers but the data was not available in all cases and its comparability is in doubt. Since t ...
Plan NDV05
... 3310 – Anterior root canal therapy (excluding final restoration) 3320 – Bicuspid root canal therapy (excluding final restoration) 3330 – Molar root canal therapy (excluding final restoration) 3331 – Treatment of root canal obstruction, non-surgical access 3332 – Incomplete endodontic therapy (inoper ...
... 3310 – Anterior root canal therapy (excluding final restoration) 3320 – Bicuspid root canal therapy (excluding final restoration) 3330 – Molar root canal therapy (excluding final restoration) 3331 – Treatment of root canal obstruction, non-surgical access 3332 – Incomplete endodontic therapy (inoper ...
tooth jewellery - Affinity Dental Clinic
... NO! – The procedure is similar to placing an orthodontic bracket on a tooth. There is no drilling involved and the procedure is completely painless ...
... NO! – The procedure is similar to placing an orthodontic bracket on a tooth. There is no drilling involved and the procedure is completely painless ...
Probiotics: Health benefits in the mouth
... Since probiotic species belong predominantly to the genera Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium, it is of special interest to find out whether such microbes with beneficial properties naturally inhabit the oral cavity. Generally, there is scarce evidence that probiotics permanently reside in the human ...
... Since probiotic species belong predominantly to the genera Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium, it is of special interest to find out whether such microbes with beneficial properties naturally inhabit the oral cavity. Generally, there is scarce evidence that probiotics permanently reside in the human ...
Dry Mouth?
... Prescription and over-the-counter medications are the most common cause of dry mouth. There are more than 400 medications that can contribute to mouth dryness, including antihypertensives, antidepressants, painkillers, tranquilizers, diuretics, and antihistamines. Dry mouth also can be caused by rad ...
... Prescription and over-the-counter medications are the most common cause of dry mouth. There are more than 400 medications that can contribute to mouth dryness, including antihypertensives, antidepressants, painkillers, tranquilizers, diuretics, and antihistamines. Dry mouth also can be caused by rad ...
CAMBRA is minimally invasive dentistry
... The etiologic agents of dental caries are Mutans streptococci (MS) and Lactobacilli (LB).1 These bacteria can generate acids from fermentable carbohydrates. The level of infection that causes damage to teeth depends on multiple factors. Acids generated by these bacteria diffuse into the subsurface o ...
... The etiologic agents of dental caries are Mutans streptococci (MS) and Lactobacilli (LB).1 These bacteria can generate acids from fermentable carbohydrates. The level of infection that causes damage to teeth depends on multiple factors. Acids generated by these bacteria diffuse into the subsurface o ...
Why Do CDT Codes Exist? - California Society of Pediatric Dentistry
... Some plans limit coverage when the same surface is involved more than once on the same tooth and date and they may apply an alternate benefit based on the fee for a single restoration. ...
... Some plans limit coverage when the same surface is involved more than once on the same tooth and date and they may apply an alternate benefit based on the fee for a single restoration. ...
What is Bone Densitometry? What are some common uses of the
... surgery. The presence of compression fractures in the spine and osteoarthritis may interfere with the accuracy of the test. CT scans may be more useful in such instances. DEXA cannot predict who will experience a fracture but can provide indications of relative risk. Central DEXA devices are more se ...
... surgery. The presence of compression fractures in the spine and osteoarthritis may interfere with the accuracy of the test. CT scans may be more useful in such instances. DEXA cannot predict who will experience a fracture but can provide indications of relative risk. Central DEXA devices are more se ...
endodontics - American Association of Endodontists
... complexities. Digital radiography and other imaging technologies afford an enhanced variety of software features significantly augmenting radiographic diagnostics in identifying anatomical complexities. The clarity, color, contrast and brightness of a digital image can be easily modified affording a ...
... complexities. Digital radiography and other imaging technologies afford an enhanced variety of software features significantly augmenting radiographic diagnostics in identifying anatomical complexities. The clarity, color, contrast and brightness of a digital image can be easily modified affording a ...
Full Topic PDF
... Avulsed teeth are completely displaced from the socket and alveolar ridge. The periodontal ligament is lacerated, often with significant bleeding from the gum, and the alveolar bone may or may not be fractured. ...
... Avulsed teeth are completely displaced from the socket and alveolar ridge. The periodontal ligament is lacerated, often with significant bleeding from the gum, and the alveolar bone may or may not be fractured. ...
Study of Microflora in Pulp Tissue of Carious Teeth Using Gram Stain
... of pulpitis. But these culture techniques and molecular biological techniques are time consuming, technique sensitive and expensive as compared to gram staining which is easy, quick, and inexpensive or could be considered as an adjunct to advance techniques. Therefore this study was conducted to stu ...
... of pulpitis. But these culture techniques and molecular biological techniques are time consuming, technique sensitive and expensive as compared to gram staining which is easy, quick, and inexpensive or could be considered as an adjunct to advance techniques. Therefore this study was conducted to stu ...
Separators Info Sheet
... There are two common types of Orthodontic separators. One is an elastic type, which is most commonly used, and is a small rubber/elastic ring. The other is a metal separator which is not as common. Purpose: Separators, sometimes referred to as spacers, help make space between back teeth. Normally te ...
... There are two common types of Orthodontic separators. One is an elastic type, which is most commonly used, and is a small rubber/elastic ring. The other is a metal separator which is not as common. Purpose: Separators, sometimes referred to as spacers, help make space between back teeth. Normally te ...
Scaling and root planing

Scaling and root planing, otherwise known as conventional periodontal therapy, non-surgical periodontal therapy, or deep cleaning, is the process of removing or eliminating the etiologic agents – dental plaque, its products, and calculus – which cause inflammation, thus helping to establish a periodontium that is free of disease. Periodontal scalers and periodontal curettes are some of the tools involved.