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A prosthetics is the restoration of a missing tooth or teeth which can be done with either Porcelain Bridge or implants.
1st porcelain bridges (crowns) the using of the normal porcelain fused to metal crowns and bridges now days are limited due to the appearance of the new zirconia’s bridges that has shown a great compressive strength. The advantages of zirconia’s crowns over the porcelain fused to metal is that in the zirconia’s there is no metal core the core material is ceramic this will give a real natural look of the crowns with regards to good strength properties.
Implants it is a common way for restoring missing teeth. It is done by applying metal stud in the bone allowing the bone to integrate around the implant with later on applying of the...
1st porcelain bridges (crowns) the using of the normal porcelain fused to metal crowns and bridges now days are limited due to the appearance of the new zirconia’s bridges that has shown a great compressive strength. The advantages of zirconia’s crowns over the porcelain fused to metal is that in the zirconia’s there is no metal core the core material is ceramic this will give a real natural look of the crowns with regards to good strength properties.
Implants it is a common way for restoring missing teeth. It is done by applying metal stud in the bone allowing the bone to integrate around the implant with later on applying of the...
It is combination of removable and fixed prosthesis together attached with each others. Sometime it is called precision attachment This kind of appliances is of great value to people suffered from bony ridge resumption where implants can not be applied.
Means straight teeth.
City Clinic is the only clinic in Sharm El Sheikh that provides invisible ortho.using the famous invisalign which is most advanced technique for ortho.it consists of a set of transparent appliances mounted in mouth and to be changed periodically to allow teeth movement in its proper place.
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Now a days using plasma core or UV light you can obtain 2-3 degrees whiter color for teeth it is a simple procedure, time consuming related to the bleaching trays which is less effective and takes much more time
In less than 30min you can modify your smile by improving the color of your teeth with minimal or no postoperative sensitivity.
It is the removal of the diseased tooth nerve and obturation of the tooth canals saving the tooth from extraction it is the most reliable method to protect the teeth from extraction in case of pulp exposure and dento alveolar abscess. A good root canal can make the tooth to be preserved in its place for the normal life span of it.
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Women can attribute bloating, irritability, moodiness, and the occasional hot flash or emotional outburst to hormones. But, according to an article in the May 2009 issue of AGD Impact, the Academy of General Dentistry’s (AGD) monthly newsmagazine, the state of one’s oral health is hormone-dependant as well. Hormonal changes occur throughout a woman’s life, and related to these hor...
Some patients may experience tooth sensitivity when using tartar-control toothpaste, but the good news is that when they stop using the toothpaste, the sensitivity goes away. "Dentists and hygienists often recommend that patients use tartar-control toothpaste, particularly after a cleaning, to help prevent the build-up of tartar, which can lead to gum disease," says Academy of General Den...
What is Oral Piercing? Oral piercing can cause pain, swelling, infection, drooling, taste loss, scarring, chipped teeth, and tooth loss. Most dentists discourage oral piercing due to the many risks involved. If you do decide to get an oral piercing it is important to understand the regulations, associated problems and proper maintenance. What should I know before getting an oral ...
What is Laser Dentistry? What is a laser and how does it work? A laser is an instrument that produces a very narrow, intense beam of light energy. When laser light comes in contact with tissue, it causes a reaction. The light produced by the laser can remove, vaporize, or shape tissue. Are lasers used in dentistry? Yes, lasers have been used in dentistry since 1990. The U.S. Fo...
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A good night’s sleep has the power to restore the body and enliven the mind. For the 18 million Americans who experience symptoms of sleep apnea, a good night’s sleep also has the power to save their lives. Obstructive sleep apnea is a serious, life-threatening disorder that is characterized as a series of episodes in which a person stops breathing for 10 seconds or longer during sleep, accord...
Osteoporosis, a disease that decreases bone density and weakens bones, affects 10 million people. In addition, more than one-third of females over age 65 display signs and symptoms of the disease. Most individuals inflicted with osteoporosis are not diagnosed until a fracture occurs. In addition, they are unaware that oral-health problems, such as tooth loss and...
What is Minimally Invasive Dentistry and How is it Different from Regular Dentistry? The goal of minimally invasive dentistry, or microdentistry, is to conserve healthy tooth structure. It focuses on prevention, remineralization, and minimal dentist intervention. Using scientific advances, minimally invasive dentistry allows dentists to perform the least amount of dentistry needed while ...
When your dentist determines that you have a cavity in a tooth, he or she will tell you that you need a filling. But what exactly will your dentist use to fill the hole after the decay has been removed? Dental amalgam is the most widely used and researched material for fillings. It has been used to restore the teeth of more than 100 million Americans over the past 150 years. Dental amalga...
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Cracked teeth, lost teeth and decaying teeth are among the complaints a patient may present to his or her dentist for treatment. Each of those oral health troubles comes with a list of options the dentist may use to fix it; for example, implants, fillings or bonding. Although the most common patient complaint is sensitive teeth, no one desensitizing agent is ideal to manage this uncomfortable ...
Breast cancer patients, individuals at risk for osteoporosis and those undergoing certain types of bone cancer therapies often take drugs containing bisphosphonates. These drugs have been found to place people at risk for developing osteonecrosis of the jaws (a rotting of the jaw bones). Dentists, as well as oncologists, are now using X-rays to detect “ghost sockets” in patients that take thes...
Human papillomavirus (HPV) is a group of viruses that includes more than 100 different strains or types and is the most common sexually transmitted virus. The American Social Health Association (ASHA) reports that 75 percent or more of sexually active Americans will contract HPV sometime in their lives. HPV is most commonly attributed to causing cervical cancer and genital warts, but did you know ...
Tooth loss, or edentulism, is when one or more teeth fall out or are extracted due to injury or disease such as mouth trauma, tooth decay or gum disease.
Kids, adults and seniors are all at risk for tooth loss, especially if proper oral hygiene is not practiced. Although tooth loss is typically associated with the elderly, research suggests that nearly 27 percent of patients experien...
Absolutely not. Some wrongly believe that spit tobacco is safer than smoking cigarettes. But spit tobacco is more addictive because it contains higher levels of nicotine than cigarettes and can be harder to quit than cigarettes. One can of snuff delivers as much nicotine as 80 cigarettes.
About 440,000 Americans die every year from various types of tobacco use. The majority of these deat...
Tooth erosion, or tooth wear, is the loss of tooth structure. Basically, tooth erosion refers to the wearing away of the hard part of your teeth, which is called the enamel. Many people consume carbonated beverages, fruit juice, and highly acidic foods every day but probably don't realize that they might be harming their teeth. The acid in the foods we eat and drink can cause tooth ename...
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First reported more than 200 years ago, dental erosion still continues to be a major concern for dentists and consumers. Twenty decades ago, studies reported dental erosion occurred because of industrial hazards, specifically when workers were exposed to acidic aerosols. In recent years, everyday foods and drinks such as lemons, pickles, sodas and sugary, starchy goods have been associated wit...
For some, good oral hygiene may mean just brushing, flossing and using a germ-fighting mouthwash, but for others, that’s only the beginning of a cavity-fighting regime. In fact, many people are taking heed to an oral health care procedure more commonly associated with children; the use of dental sealants.
Decay is subject to begin early in life, affecting children and teens’ teeth that a...
If you’re planning to become pregnant or suspect you’re already pregnant, it’s important that you see a dentist right away. Pregnancy may cause unexpected oral health changes due to hormones—particularly an increase in estrogen and progesterone—which can exaggerate the way in which gum tissues react to plaque. Research continues to show that overall health and oral health coincide, so it’s especia...
In the United States, 20 million teeth are extracted each year. The consequences of tooth loss can have devastating effects on overall health and self-esteem, yet fewer than 10 percent of patients seek information prior to the loss of a tooth. Because of fear, lack of knowledge or finances, many people wait until pain sets in before seeking a solution. By then, it is often too la...
Dental Insurance: May Help Take the Bite Out of Bills
Dental insurance can be helpful to patients in defraying the costs when paying for dental treatment. Insurance, however, can sometimes be a double-edged sword and it is important for consumers to investigate what plans will keep them and their families smiling in the future, advises the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD).
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Using tobacco can harm your mouth, including your teeth and gums, in a number of ways. There is no safe form of tobacco—using it produces many problems and risk factors, from tooth discoloration and gum disease to throat, lung, and oral cancer, and, ultimately, even death. It's important to understand what happens to your mouth when you use any form of tobacco, and to discuss those effects—and h...
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