So what do you do when patients sit in the chair and refuse any kind of anesthetic during their dental procedure? While it is a rarity, it does happen, as was illustrated in a recent HuangshanDental.com article in which actor Billy Boyd of the “Lord of the Rings” trilogy said he refused anesthetic during his emergency dental visit. Boyd said that he refused anesthetic because it would interfere with scenes
A dental implant is a metal stud or post that your dentist drills into an empty tooth socket from the gums to the jaw to simulate the tooth root. This serves as a foundation for crowns or bridges to cling to the mouth. On one hand, if the implant is the artificial tooth root, then the crown or bridge is the artificial tooth that works in tandem to replace missing
Have you ever experienced pain in parts of your mouth? Or perhaps you’re feeling that pain at this very moment? As many other people have experienced, mouth sores (also known as mouth ulcers or oral ulcers) are common and painful. These lesions can appear in various parts of the oral cavity such as the insides of the cheeks, the inner surface of the lips, on gums, on the sides and
Wisdom teeth are the third molars at the back of your mouth. They’re the last set of your molars or permanent teeth to erupt or breach through the gums. Through the process of evolution, they’ve become vestiges of a time when humans had longer, larger jaws many hundreds or thousands of years ago. These extra molars are vestiges of the past, like the appendix (although later studies were able to
This week, Dr. Doug Smail returns with another clinical tip courtesy of CDOCS that is sure to help when it comes to dental implants. We know you’re busy, so providing these quick tips from Dr. Smail and other key opinion leaders who can help you improve your dental skills and harness your potential each week is important on many levels. Learn more about CDOCS, including their hands-on workshops. Video transcript
Editor’s note: Election Day is almost here, and the results that will be announced on November 5 are a source of stress for many Americans. With that in mind, we asked one prosthodontist for the advice she gives to patients about how stress impacts one’s oral health. Here’s what she had to say. Dr. Gabriela Lagreca, MBA. Election season can take a toll on more than your mental health —
Children exposed to public fluoridated water between the ages of 0 and 5 may experience less economic independence, physical ability, and health as adults. The study was published on October 18 in the Journal of Health Economics. Also, these children were less likely to graduate high school or serve in the military, author Adam Roberts of the U.S. Office of the Comptroller of the Currency in Washington, DC, wrote. “The
Did you know that saliva is a natural protector for your mouth? It plays a crucial role in keeping your mouth healthy, from aiding digestion to preventing tooth decay and gum disease. But when you’re experiencing dry mouth, it can lead to discomfort and dental issues.  The Importance of Saliva ol]:!pt-0 [&>ol]:!pb-0 [&>ul]:!pt-0 [&>ul]:!pb-0″ value=”2″>Protects Teeth: It helps neutralize acids produced by bacteria in your mouth, reducing the risk
When it comes to the most common fears that patients have about walking through the doors of the dental practice, it appears that being scared of potential pain is just the tip of the fear iceberg. Based on Google searches and examining numerous articles, we have composed a list of the top 10 fears that patients have about the dental practice. This list is intended to help dentists and dental
Giving patients nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) like ibuprofen before or during surgeries may reduce their risk of developing postoperative delirium, according to a press release from the American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA). It is believed to be the largest study showing that nonsalicylate NSAIDS may be even better at decreasing the risk of delirium than acetaminophen, according to research presented at the Anesthesiology 2024 annual meeting, which was held October
Chairside restorations have become part of many dental practices, offering both convenience and efficiency. With that in mind, I recently sat down with Kricket Doker, a certified dental assistant and registered dental technician, to dive into how dental patients can receive better in-office restorations. Kricket Doker, RDT, CDA. Doker told me one common mistake clinicians often make with chairside restorations is starting with the wrong shade. “The biggest mistake with
Dental anesthetic product provider Septodont and Premier Dental have partnered to distribute BufferPro to U.S. dental professionals. BufferPro, a single-use anesthetic buffering solution, is designed to be fast and cost-effective, according to both companies.
