On November 8, U.S. voters will go to the polls to weigh in on many issues affecting dentistry, including the possible reelection of several dentists to the U.S. House of Representatives, the future of public water fluoridation, and whether healthcare is a human right. Big ballot measure in Mass. One of the biggest game changers is on the ballot in Massachusetts. Question 2 is asking voters to reform dental insurance
About half of U.S. dentists reported having patients arrive at dental appointments high on marijuana or other drugs, and more patients are telling clinicians that they regularly use cannabis now that it has been legalized in many states, according to the ADA. Currently, 19 states and the District of Columbia have approved adult possession and consumption of recreational marijuana, and 37 states have approved medical marijuana use. On November 8,
For many people losing their teeth may seem like an irremediable situation, their quality of life is heavily affected as well as their confidence. Luckily for them, dental implants can be an excellent solution to this big issue. Some people might suffer the loss of multiple teeth, for these cases, all on 4 dental implants are the best option to get back their smile! What is the All on 4
Ormco, the manufacturer of Spark aligners, will host a webinar on November 4 to discuss the latest clinical features of the recently launched release 13 aligners. Individuals can register for the webinar, which will be held at 9 a.m. Pacific time. Release 13 includes proprietary integrated hooks and real-time approval with Spark approver software TruRoot. The hooks are an alternative to button aligner cutouts when elastics are needed for treatment.
There are a multitude of tooth or teeth whitening systems available. Some include dental whitening products like trays, strips, and rinses from your dentist or over-the-counter toothpastes and gels you can acquire without a prescription. If you have unrestored yet healthy teeth, then teeth whitening is the ideal solution for you. However, it’s not for everyone. Only certain people should have it and there are procedures that could result in
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is investigating a cluster of nontuberculous mycobacteria (NTM) infections in children who underwent procedures at pediatric dental clinics where treatment water contained high levels of bacteria. In March 2022, the CDC received notification and began investigating a group of children suspected of having NTM infections, which can infect the lungs, blood, and skin, after undergoing pulpotomies at a pediatric dental clinic.
Thailand, the Land of Smiles, isn’t given such a cheerful title only because of how happy and relaxed a vacation there can make you. Thailand actually also serves as a central hub when it comes to dental tourism so that tourists can literally get a new, better smile from the Land of Smiles. That’s poetry right there, isn’t it? At any rate, are you having a dental holiday in Thailand?
Modern dentistry offers a number of ways to improve the smiles of their patients through orthodontics. Two of the most popular options that many people consider are Damon speed braces and Invisalign. But what exactly is the difference between these two? Each of them comes with its own pros and cons. In this article, we’ll open a window of light on the subject. Let’s explore the various differences between Invisalign
Should you get dental work done in Thailand? The short answer is “absolutely yes!”. This is especially true if you don’t have dental insurance from your company or from your private insurance provider. Dental tourism is all the rage, as many in the Tourism Authority of Thailand would attest. Dental tourism is a mix between a dental clinic visit and a vacation. You can avail of a package deal to
The airflow, air-flow, or air flow system is a dental polishing technique that serves as an alternative to enamel-weakening tooth bleaching. It’s the hot new trend taking many dental clinics and centers by storm as well. Keep reading to find out more about this system. If you wish to get airflow treatment at a significant discount while you’re vacationing in beautiful Thailand, then you should apply for a dental tour
Brius®, or BRIUS® Technologies, is an innovative company that offers transformative technology in the field of orthodontics. Its main claim to fame is that it utilizes advanced and proprietary technology that allows it to move every tooth independently by being placed behind the tooth, rather than in front of it. Unlike other braces that force you to literally grin and bear the pain, BRIUS places less force on every single
Ghosts, ghouls, and things that go bump in the night may be what you think about on Halloween, but the biggest scares may happen right in your own dental practice. In the spirit of the holiday, HuangshanDental.com revisits the scariest case reports of 2022. The top story concerned a man who recovered from COVID-19 and lost his sight following a routine tooth extraction that led him to develop a blood
