How do we diagnose Peri-implantitis? Following the insertion of definitive restoration, baseline standardized radiographs and peri-implant probing depth (PIPDs) should be recorded as references for comparison to the future radiographs and PIPDs chart to monitor the peri-implant health status. Following the initial bone remodelling, radiographic evidence of marginal bone loss (MBL) coupled with the clinical […]
Apr
A gummy smile, or excessive gingival display (EGD), is caused by unsightly exposure of the gum and oral mucosa during the labial muscle activities. The exposure of the gum could be more than 2–3 millimetres when smiling. The social impact often leads to individuals lowered social and professional self-conscious due to interrupted aesthetic harmony of […]
Apr
The longevity of dental bridges depends on a combination of mechanical, biomechanical, biological, and patient-related factors. When carefully planned, fabricated with high-quality materials, and maintained properly, bridges can last many years. Mechanical Factors Use of high-strength ceramic materials such as zirconium oxide and silicate ceramics. Bridge design, including the number of pontics and overall span. […]
Mar
When root canal treatment is needed? The progress of dental caries through the enamel, dentin and dental pulp system. The root canal pulp tissue inflammation is caused by a prolonged bacterial irritation normally caused by extensive and deep tooth decay or a leaking filling. As a result of intensive and chronic long-term bacterial chemical, mechanical, […]
Mar
Could infected root canal treated teeth elicit autoimmune diseases and other health hazards? Progression of the unresolved reinfected root canal – A case report A young lady presented with concerns about the progression of the unresolved reinfected root canal-treated upper central incisor and bone loss. She expressed her concern about the immunological and biological impact […]
Jan
You’ve likely encountered this question at the gym or seen it discussed on social media—so today, we’re going to address this concern: Does creatine contribute to hair thinning? If you’re someone who uses creatine but worried it might affect your hairline, you’re not alone! First, let’s clarify what creatine is. Creatine is a naturally occurring […]
Sep
Medical Ozone Medical ozone is a mixture of medical-grade oxygen and ozone (95% O2: 5% O3), produced by an oxygen/ozone generator through stimulated lighting or photo dissociation in an electrically discharged field. Properties of Ozone Ozone (O3) has a short half-life of 40 minutes at 20°C and decomposes to pure oxygen due to temperature and […]
Sep
Dimensional changes in ridge morphology Many clinical and histological studies show that the maintenance of alveolar bone mainly depends on physiologic and mechanical stimulation elicited by the presence of the tooth in the alveolar socket. Following the extraction of the tooth, resorptive changes take place. The rate of the dimensional changes in the extraction site […]