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Problems with dental implants are much less frequent than they were in the past. In fact success rates today are quite impressive, reaching a 98% to be exact!

The dental implant problems that can arise are those associated with dental implants is not osseointegration with the bone, or as expressed in everyday life: dental implants that do not bind as well to the jaw bone as expected .

When there is this failure of osseointegration can give rise to problems with dental implants, as listed below:

1. Infection of dental implants:
This problem can be caused by an infection that was introduced during dental implant surgery or restoration of the crown. Also the lack of oral hygiene caused by the patient’s bad habits can cause infections. In both cases, the infection causes inflammation of the bone in the area around the implant, which causes bone loss. Infection is the leading cause of rejection of implants.

2. Not enough bone for dental implants:
If a dental implant is placed in an area in the jaw, where bone volume is very small, the implant can not be linked properly with the bone. Early detection of this problem is a scenario will lead to a bone graft to be performed during dental implant surgery and thus reduce the chances of complications of dental implants. Read the rest of this entry »

In the past, they were guessing and testing, is now a reality where the specialist in cosmetic dentistry are available to a broad technology, which when directed and properly applied, can transform the teeth making a nice smile on beauty and health .

How and when the patient began to worry more about cosmetic dentistry?

When we talk about cosmetic dentistry in general, we refer to a concept that relates to harmony, beauty and balance, which often have a subjective value to the patient’s eyes or spectator.

The concepts in cosmetic dentistry since its inception have been closely linked strongly to the cultural stereotypes of the time.

Since the dawn of history, dental find skulls and dental structures that have the presence of precious stones, which once were considered aesthetics to be accepted by the people as beautiful.

So we can say that the evolution of dentistry was also characterized by changes in the aesthetic assumptions. Read the rest of this entry »

The unconscious clenching between the upper and lower teeth is called bruxism. This tightening is often accompanied by sliding movements, making them squeak.

Bruxism is not a dangerous condition, but it can cause injury to the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) and teeth and permanent structures, in addition to producing pain in the jaw, headaches and neck or ear.

The cause of what causes bruxism in humans is still unknown, but stress can be one of the trigger.

The grinding can be as loud as snoring and causes wear on the tooth surface.

The goal of treatment is to reduce the pain caused both the teeth and the temporomandibular joint and prevent wear of the teeth and receding gums.

For this, use mouth guards called splints or plates neuromiorelajantes relaxation, this splint is placed over the upper teeth, eliminating contact between the upper and lower teeth, which help distribute pressure evenly.

With continued use of the splint symptoms disappear, but the pain and discomfort can come back when its use is discontinued or the splint loses its effectiveness for wear after some time.

To produce this relaxation splint is necessary to take a model of her upper teeth in an appointment next test, adapt and regulate their bite.

The natural process of aging, medical treatments, such latetraciclina and even routine practices, the use of snuff, coffee, tea, and the accumulation of plaque, are some of the factors affecting the natural color of the teeth making them more yellow and opaque, so many people resort to bleaching techniques.

Teeth whitening is a cosmetic dentistry treatment is not invasive, does not damage teeth and an attractive smile can shine. The techniques of teeth whitening is led dental method that allows for whiter teeth and attractions that will help show a rejuvenated smile in a single session of 45 minutes.

Thanks to tooth whitening, which is one of the most common techniques currently used in dentistry and cosmetic dentistry, the image of a person with dark teeth or neglected completely changes after treatment and offers a new image, thanks to the bleaching of teeth.

There is also the tooth whitening splints, which can be done at home is to make individual molds, which are perfectly suited to the patient’s mouth, into the molds, place for about five nights a whitening gel that is often even used in combination with LED whitening treatments that offer a positive and lasting results.

Bleaching LED lamp, cold light is applied to a special whitening gel, special techniques to clear the upper and lower teeth providing effectiveness and durability over time.

Positive results reveal: in the youthful, and that foster higher self-esteem in the patient also provide an excellent impression to smile for so many of the complex will disappear, although it is possible that before, it is recommended to go to visit a dental professional to conduct a thorough professional cleaning.

Is the treatment of a tooth damaged by decay to restore its normal function and shape? When performing a filling, first remove the decayed tooth material, clean the affected area, then filled the cavity with a filling material.

By closing off spaces where bacteria can enter, a filling also helps prevent further decay. The materials used include gold, porcelain, resin composite (restoration of the tooth-colored) and amalgam (alloy of mercury, silver, copper, tin and sometimes zinc).

Mainly two types of materials used in the clinic:

Amalgam (silver) are resistant to wear and relatively inexpensive. Because of its dark color, are more noticeable than the restorations with composites and therefore not usually used in very exposed to the light, like anterior teeth. Currently its use is increasingly limited.

Composite resin (plastic) get the same color as your teeth and therefore used where it is important to maintain a natural look.

The composites may not be the ideal material for large fillings as they may reappear filter cavities more frequently than in amalgam restorations. It is the material of choice in both anterior and posterior restorations. Read the rest of this entry »