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It is accepted worldwide by dental clinicians and researchers that “Periodontal disease comprises a group of inflammatory conditions of the supporting tissues of the teeth that are caused by bacteria.” 1 The oral cavity harbors numerous microorganisms, both
Hopeless retained deciduous teeth without permanent successors pose a restorative challenge for clinicians as well as certain clinical problems for patients. Compromised aesthetics, shifting of adjacent teeth, altered occlusion, and supereruption of teeth are examples of problems that
Early treatment of carious lesions in deciduous teeth is important for the maintenance of oral health. Nevertheless, in Germany, despite a general decrease in caries, about 30% of all carious lesions apparent in the first dentition of 6-year-olds
Dentistry has changed. Patients no longer come to the office for traditional, “drilling, filling, and billing.” Now many patients want cosmetic dentistry and are no longer satisfied with amalgam fillings, partial dentures, and metal-based crowns. Progressive clinicians who
Dental patient anxiety can hinder, delay, or prevent treatment. An anxious patient can be difficult to treat and may not respond as well to treatment as an unafraid, relaxed patient. It may be necessary to administer sedative medications
For many dentists the direct composite restoration is the most commonly placed posterior restoration. The placement of a direct posterior composite is much more difficult and technique-sensitive as compared to an amalgam restoration. As opposed to the forgiving
A literature review study published in Oral Surgery, Oral Medicine, Oral Pathology, Oral Radiology, and Endodontology (August 2005;100(2):133-137) by Richardson and Dodson applied evidence-based principles to assess the risk of having periodontal defects on the distal aspect of
With the average American living longer, having more disposable in-come, and seeking better healthcare, implants have become a realistic alternative for the partially or completely edentulous individual. Data from the 1988 to 1991 Oral Health Survey funded by
Dental practitioners may be exposed to a variety of pathogenic microorganisms when providing dental treatment. Exposure can occur via direct contact with saliva and blood or indirectly through contact with contaminated instruments, equipment, and environmental work surfaces.1-3 This
Dentistry has always had a variety of cliche´s that define its direction and espouse its purpose. The latest catchphrase, high tech/high touch, is no different. Essentially, not only does it advise us that it is important to incorporate
