Synthetic Enamel Through Biomimetics 
Researchers are working towards using synthetic enamel for use as a future alternative dental restorative material. Through stem cell biology we have the potential to regenerate not just enamel, but the entire tooth. Regeneration of an entire tooth...
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Chew On! with Trident (R) Xtra Care
This variety of gum has Recaldent, also known as CPP-ACP, in it. Recaldent is a unique form of calcium derived from milk that remains in the plaque layer for up to three hours after chewing. This promotes remineralization of tooth enamel and thus h...
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Cause and Risk Factors for Receding Gums
Gum recession occurs because of damage to the gum tissue. The two common causes of receeding gums are improper toothbrushing and gingivitis / periodontitis, or the combination of both. Gum disease is the main cause of receding gums. If the dental pla...
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How to Help and Deal with Bad Breath
Brush your teeth at least twice a day. Use a soft-tufted brush and a toothpaste that contains fluoride. The head of the brush should be small enough to get into all the areas of the mouth. Spend at least two minutes brushing, covering all areas (the ...
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Treatment for Sensitive Teeth
A sensitivity toothpaste, is the simplest way to fight a tooth sensitivity problem. Sensitivity toothpastes contain special ingredients as strontium or potassium which are de-sensitizing agents. Strontium chloride works by blocking the dentin microtu...
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Orthodontic Improvement
This product is used to coat the brackets (which attach to the teeth that are going to be moved during orthodontic treatment), the wire that runs through those brackets, and the closing chain placed to hold the wire in place. Its purpose is to reduc...
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Glass Ionomer Sealants
The "old school" resin sealant will not adhere to aprismatic enamel, which is the primary type of enamel in the pits and fissures. Glass ionomer sealants do adhere to aprismatic enamel. The "new school" glass ionomer sealants ac...
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Saliva Testing
You even get to chew gum as part of the test!!!! (But it's unflavored....can you even imagine?) Saliva can, and should, be tested for pH, buffering capacity, viscosity, and flow rate. It is a simple in office chairside test. No discomfort involve...
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Cosmetic Dentist Austin | Best Oral Treatments | Porcelain Veneers
Cosmetic dentists in Austin includes the names of many recognized dentists. Dentist, like Dr. Ueckert who performs cosmetic dentistry in Austin, can undertake various functions such as closing teeth gaps, repairing teeth, teeth whitening etc.
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Ergonomics
When it comes to doing dentistry, the position of the patient is of utmost importance. Don't get me wrong, we do definitely want our patients to be comfortable throughout each procedure. But the patient is in the dental chair for an hour or so, dep...
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