News and notes in dentistry and hygiene
The Problem with Dry Mouth (Xerostomia)
Saliva plays a major role in our health. A decrease in saliva can cause an increase in caries and other major oral health complications. People don't always realize they have a decrease saliva function. Testing saliva for the hydration and pH is a simple five...
Future Implications of Stem Cells in Dentistry
What are stem cells? Stem cells are unspecialized cells that have two defining properties: the ability to differentiate into other cells and the ability to self-regenerate. "There are two primary sources of stem cells: embryonic stem cells and adult stem cells....
Laughing Gas (Nitrous Oxide) Sedation
Nitrous oxide sedation has become one of the most commonly used technique in dentistry today to help patients feel more comfortable and eliminate dental anxiety. It is estimated that approximately 35% of dentists use nitrous oxide sedation for their patients....
Cosmetic Smile Enhancement
Cosmetic dentistry focuses on improving the appearance of a person’s teeth, mouth, and smile. General or traditional dentistry focuses more on oral hygiene, diagnosis, treatment of oral diseases, and preventive dentistry. According to North American Dental...
Diabetes Equal Oral Health Problems
People who have diabetes know that the disease can harm some major organs in the body, as well as other important systems in the body. Did you know diabetes can also cause oral health complications? A person with diabetes is at high risk for periodontal disease,...
