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Dental refers to the branch of medicine that deals with 360 degrees of the masticatory system, not only from a functional point of view on health, but also from the perspectives of aesthetics and beauty of the face and smile.

In addition, therefore, with phenomena such as malocclusion (ie a bad relationship between the mating teeth) and with elements such as muscles, the masticatory system, and the temporomandibular joints, the odontoaitria also deals with the anatomical shape of the teeth, the their color, the gum line and the dental arches, ie everything that contributes to a good smile.

Within the disciplines of dentistry is, therefore, show that deals with preservation of the teeth, endodontics (treatment of the inside of the tooth, such as root canals, the reclamation of the channel and the end), the prosthetic (aesthetic and restore function of the masticatory system through the use of implants), surgery, implantology with the introduction of dental implants for replacement of teeth, the structure and dynamics of gnathology chewing, and finally orthodontics (positioning and ‘alignment of the teeth for aesthetic and functional).

Recent years have seen an exponential growth in the field of theory and practice of dentistry, so as to require a multidisciplinary approach and teamwork among the different professionals involved in order to provide patients with a high level of dental benefits. This phenomenon has been the development of the dental field as a natural consequence, the rise of medical specialties and specific courses of study.

In recent times it has shown a progression of interest, in adult dentistry, aesthetic care already under treatment. The developments in the field of aesthetic dentistry allows us to satisfy more sophisticated demands, even intervening on intrinsic color of teeth via specialized professionals (such as the use of lamps and peroxide-based bleaching substance) that can discolour the enamel and dentin, thus making the teeth whiter and brighter.

The modern dentistry, also relies on the diffusion of information and tricks to Peven oral disease (caries and periodontal disease), with the aim to raise awareness and bring people to implement specific standards behavior that represent the core of dental prevention, first and foremost a correct, consistent and proper oral hygiene and regular checks.

Preventive dentistry is thus designed to prevent the development of various forms of dental disease, in order to catch them early, as a last alternative, to limit damage, through the dissemination of the principles and practice of primary prevention of dental caries, periodontal diseases of and malocclusion.

Preserve teeth and gums in good condition is in fact a necessary action for the maintenance of overall health (think of the relationship between the phenomena of malocclusion and abnormal body posture, or the relationship between periodontal disease and cardiovascular disease).

The ‘dental care is also responsible for the tissues that support the teeth (ie both the periodontal apparatus, or periodontium, which consists of alveolar bone, ligament alveolo dental cementum and gingiva). With that particular device handles a special branch of dentistry, periodontics, who studies diseases that affect just the periodontium (defined in popular jargon the term “periodontal disease”).

The ‘dentistry is oriented to the study of diseases once overlooked, such as bad breath, in the vast majority of cases, comes from the mouth; now, in fact, it’s easy to find the names of dentists experienced in the diagnosis and treatment halitosis, with available diagnostic equipment to detect gases present in exhaled breath stinking, and to determine the amount.

People who do not brush their teeth at least twice a day are more likely to suffer heart disease, according to a study by researchers at University College London.

This is the first study to investigate whether the number of times an individual brushing your teeth is related to the development of heart disease. Previous work showed that the inflammation in the body, also in the mouth and gums, play an important role in the process of artery blockage.

The team led by Professor Richard Watt analyzed data on about 11,000 adults who participated in the Scottish Health Survey on lifestyle, such as whether they smoked or not, practiced physical activity or oral hygiene routines. Were asked how often these guys went to the dentist at least once every six months, every year or two, or rarely or never, and how often they brushed their teeth twice daily, once or less than once a day.

In another study, a team of nurses collected information from medical and family history of heart disease in these patients, blood pressure and blood samples from volunteers. These samples allowed the researchers determined the levels of inflammation were present in the body. The data collected in the interviews were related hospitalizations and deaths in Scotland until December 2007.

The results showed that oral hygiene habits were good, in general, six out of 10 (62%) of the participants, visiting the dentist every six months. Seven out of 10 (71%) individuals said they brushed twice a day. Read the rest of this entry »

The next time you visit your dentist may surprise you if he or she tells you that you have to take a radiograph. This is a normal part of your oral health care and is required in certain situations. Here we tell you when it is necessary X-rays have something on your mouth.

Going to the dentist is essential as part of routine care of your oral health. When you go, maybe the dentist or dentist recommends that you take a picture of your teeth.

If something you do not expect, do not panic! It’s just another way to check the health of your mouth. X-rays, as they do in other areas of the body help to see in detail what can not be clearly seen with the naked eye. You can help your dentist to identify problems, if detected early, can prevent complications in the future.

In adults, dental x-rays are used to:

- Show detail areas that may be affected by decay and which are not seen by visual examination. Many cavities occur between teeth and is best detected with X-rays
- Find decay that may be developed under a driveway or existing landfill.
- Note the possible loss of bone associated with periodontal disease that affects the gums.
- Find out if there are any cracks or damage to fill or fit.
- Show if any other abnormalities such as cysts, changes associated with cancer and other diseases.
- To guide your dentist / a to prepare dental implants, orthodontics or other dental work.
- Reveal abnormalities in the root of the tooth, such as infection or nerve death and determine whether treatment is necessary in a duct. Read the rest of this entry »

The teeth and a healthy smile and healthy are important part of the feel and look good, of having confidence and trust, to have good self-esteem, of being happy or no. This last may sound exaggerated, and to prove otherwise reproduce a fragment of a patient who lost his teeth in an accident:

I lost my teeth as a child, I’m sad, most people do not understand why I laugh so hard, think I’m a bitter but I do not know is that I smile because I have false teeth and besides further noticeable unnatural.

This fragment includes two things go hand in hand, the importance of having the teeth to be able to function adequately in a modern society and the fact that dental work when it has not been done in an appropriate manner and ” note that this is false “generates almost the same insecurity, lack of confidence and low self-esteem that make our life was not full and happy.

Alternatives to restore dental function and aesthetics there is only a matter of deciding to take the first step to regaining our dental health, which passes through a visit to the dentist for an evaluation and diagnosis, hence together with the laboratory findings and models diagnosis and to study the most suitable alternative for the case with the expectation and outcome sought by the patient.

Dental caries is a very common disease in all people, regardless of age, sex, race, etc.

The decay is characterized by the destruction of tooth enamel, which is progressive and penetrates into the tooth structure, which if it continues its evolution inevitably end up with the whole tooth.

Signs and symptoms are the formation of small holes, or small black spots which are progressing gradually.

The decay can progress quickly or take years to form a cavity result

Cavities are caused by direct action of bacteria on the teeth, this will not be an effective cleaning and food consumption that may lead more quickly this condition (such as sugars)

For treatment there are several very viable forms such as cleaning the room and placement of enamel or special resins (including fillings). recommended is done in the early stages of decay and so there will be no serious damage to the tooth, plus the cost of treatment will be much lower.

An important part of dental cleaning is reflected in the aesthetics, this characteristic is measured by the whiteness of teeth.

There are many teeth whitening techniques, you can do from the comfort of your home, which are many times safer than those made by dentists, for being aggressive techniques in most cases patients develop sensitivity.

While home care measures to be gradual bleaching does not weaken the enamel layer.

In addition to the ingredients used for this task are really cheap, and fast because at the end of the month will wear a smile and contagious renewed.

In a plastic container placed a teaspoon of baking soda and combine it with a toothpaste containing the active ingredient also baking, brush with this mixture 2 times per day, before brushing sleep as usual, but this time change your habitual rinse hydrogen peroxide at 10 volumes, retenla between teeth for 40 seconds, rinse let alone bubbles vanish

Make this treatment 3 times a week and rest the other days with regular brushing.

Another concern of parents with children is very fond of sucking the physical welfare of their children. They fear that having something stuck in his mouth for so long, teeth or palate may be endangered. Child Orthodontic specialists do not share their fears, if children are not constantly filled mouth.

In the worst case, the excess pressure in the mouth would slow the normal development of the palate. This will bulge and, consequently, the upper jaw is too narrow: the upper molars advance to lack of space, and closing the mouth, and do not match those below.

If this anomaly arises, require specific treatment. The first step is to make the small keep fingers out of the mouth. That’s hard to get, but absolutely necessary. Once resorted to methods that are now considered an outrage, for example, spread your fingers with some bitter liquid gloves put children at night. Even were sold hands. Systems not only wild but also useless.

The only way to achieve positive results is to be understanding, find out why a child’s thumb sucking beyond the normal, or what prevents you detach from the pacifier and try to help them overcome their problem from “inside.”

The different types of teeth are:

- The incisor teeth are square and sharp edges located in the front and center of the mouth. There are four on the bottom and four at the top.

- On both sides of the incisors are the long, sharp canines, two above and two below. The upper canines are sometimes called fangs.

- Behind the canines are the premolars, or bicuspids. There are two groups, or a total of four premolars in each jaw, two behind each canine.

- The molars, situated behind the premolars, have points and grooves. There are 12 molars in the mouth of an adult: three in each jaw, called first, second and third molars. The third molars are called wisdom teeth. They are so called because, as are the last teeth to emerge, develop when a person is becoming an adult and is supposedly more common sense. At present, the wisdom teeth are not essential, but some people believe they evolved thousands of years ago when human diets consisted of mostly raw foods that required more chewing force. But since the wisdom teeth may move or block the exit of other teeth and / or cause problems such as pain or infection, the dentist may need to remove them. This usually occurs during adolescence.

Each tooth is composed of four types of tissue: pulp, dentin, enamel and cementum. The pulp is the innermost portion of the tooth or deep. Unlike the outer parts of the tooth, the pulp is soft. It consists of connective tissue, nerves and blood vessels that nourish the tooth. The pulp has two parts: the pulp chamber, where lies the crown (or top of the tooth), and the root canal, which is the base of the tooth and below the gum line. Blood vessels and nerves enter the root through a small hole right at the base of the tooth and extend through the canal to the pulp chamber.

Dentin surrounds the pulp. It’s a hard, yellow substance that forms the bulk of the tooth. It is the dentin that gives teeth their slightly yellowish tint.

Both the dentin and pulp cover the entire tooth crown following. But the most superficial layer of the tooth is different, depending on which is below or above the gum. Enamel, the hardest tissue in the body, covers the crown. Below the gums, a bony layer of cementum covers the outside of the root and holds the tooth in place within the jawbone. Dental cement is as hard as bone but not as hard as enamel, which allows the tooth to withstand the pressure of chewing and protects it from harmful bacteria and changes in temperature from hot and cold foods.

It is that direction which is directed towards the neck of the tooth. For example, if there is a cavity at the root of a lower incisor and goes to cervical your tour will be up and if we have a cavity that is in the path of cervical crown on the same tooth will be down your way …

Apical

Is the direction it takes to reach the apex, the apex is the tip of the root.

Coronal

Is the direction it takes to reach the dental crown. It is part of the tooth that extends from her neck to its edge dental incisal or occlusal surface.

Antagonist

We refer to an opposing tooth in another to point to the same tooth but the other arch, so that the opposing tooth in a mouth ideal, the first molar ‘permanent will be the first permanent molar on the same side.

Occlusion

There is an anatomical term. We refer to occlusion in dentistry to describe what is commonly known as the bite, so the closure would be produced by contacting the gear teeth of the maxilla with the mandible. It is considered as the maximum intercuspal position to that in which the teeth of the upper and lower arch have maximum contact. For the occlusion is stable and will not damage or the periodontium or the structures of the temporomandibular joint, this “maximum intercuspal” must match “centric occlusion.” This is as close as possible to “centric relation.” Read the rest of this entry »

The dental prosthesis replacing tooth structures lost or damaged by returning to the mouth all the functionality, durability and brightness of the original parts.

There are many alternative materials and designs aimed at giving the best solution for functional and aesthetic needs of each patient.

There are two main groups within the dental prosthesis:

1. Removable prosthesis

Within the removable prosthesis are 2 types

- Skeletal prosthesis or removable metal top and bottom (the body of the prosthesis is made up of metal). This type of prosthesis is used in cases of partially edentulous patients. dentomucosoportadas are partial dentures. That is, they hold both the teeth and mucosa, and are performed when the patient still retains some of your natural teeth. These prostheses are removable, or whatever it is, can be extracted and placed by the patient.

They are made by casting a metal structure (which may be of different alloys, both noble and non-nobles) from a wax pattern made by hand, and the use of preforms on the model of investment. The teeth and gums are reconstructions of acrylic resin. Read the rest of this entry »