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this. Better times in your future coming! Thank you for the encouragement and advice! I will get through this eventually! Sorry you are going through this, it is such a painful thing, but, speaking for myself, three years post divorce I'm happier and mentally healthier, I hope the same for you
February 03, 2026
Legal Issues
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to a healthier smile. Source: 10,000 Indian Rupies is $110 dollars. I can't compete with that, so I'm sending all of my first and second molar Endo over there. But this certainly speaks volumes for the affordability and standard care of Dentistry and Medicine in the US. I work hard when I am in the office. 7
February 11, 2026
Cosmetic Dentistry
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Gave patient no options. Just charged him 8k 5 implant. Extraction. I v. Sedation. Even a sinus lift. what would you do ? talk to specialist ? did not even give me an impression coping to restore the implant. * 5 fractured at the gum line. tryin to type this while in between patients. I
July 24, 2025
Billing
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based diet starting today. Meanwhile, here's a recipe that is not plant based, healthy, or Mediterannean: Chocolate souffle for two heat oven to 375 F Microwave 1 Tbsp butter and 3 oz bittersweet chocolate chips/chopped, stirring until melted and smooth ( 2/4 min in 30 sec increments) Stir in pinch
March 02, 2026
Food
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Hi - can I leave this fractured southern implant as a 'sleeper`- the patient prefers a bridge over a redo of implant. Better to remove since it's fractured and infected. Sleeping an implant is only a good idea if healthy soft tissue can heal over the top and seal it off as a future concern. So you
January 09, 2026
Implantology
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in some clinicians, healthy skepticism in others, and a lot of curiosity among those still on the fence. Spend enough time talking to dentists who use it and you'll hear a recurring theme: it's not a magic wand, but when done right, it changes practices and saves teeth. General dentists
August 25, 2025
Periodontics
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Hello, has anybody had luck getting an insurance company to pay out on work recently done at another office? A NP came to my office with awful crowns on 2-4. They are emax, awful margins and cement everywhere. They were done 2023. We tried scaling to help remove some of the cement and improve gum
July 30, 2025
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and have the lab make a crown that seats over the peg lateral? Or do I need to make a finish line/margin? Sometimes the surrounding gum tissue needs to be reshaped . I usually do a feather margin and try to go subgingival enough to get a better emergence profile ( if needed) There would have been lots
February 05, 2026
Cosmetic Dentistry
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of the summer 15 yo Boy His mom brings him in because he has a tooth ache Tooth #3 is broken off under the gums Looks like it has been bad for MANY years. Look at the drift of the second molar taking up the space left by no crown. The Mother blamed the kid for not brushing his teeth I pointed out
September 11, 2025
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
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looking as well. I don't think this would be considered 'minor' if you are trying to match the gums on 7 and 8. And, if you do, then 6 is going to look bad. I don't think this is going to be a great case if you don't have much experience with this. But I'm sure there are others that can give you better
June 10, 2025
Periodontics
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definitely worse. Even with narrative spelling out the exact tooth numbers with bone loss amount and intra oral pictures of perio probe in the gums you will still get denials. They are using AI to "measure" radiographic bone loss. Apparently AI has no idea what an intra boney defect is. If the perio
September 16, 2025
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not a healthy weight for me. I overshot it and was malnourished and losing muscle mass. Not good. So I pivoted. Hit natural sweet spot of 188-192 and maintained that for many many years. I found it amazing that the body could find a new set point (and in my experience has multiple natural set points) where
October 23, 2025
General Health
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recommended referral is far more powerful, not to mention dare I say it Classy! Choose words carefully. Tell them: It looks like the perio you found does not treat gum deseas, but only does implant. And it looks like we need to find another perio who can treat your gum deseas first, then do your implant
October 02, 2025
GP / Specialist Communication
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estimates several hundred people around the world have undergone the procedure. It's for patients who have a healthy back of the eye, but have suffered severe damage to the front of the eye - - from a chemical burn, a fire or explosion, or an autoimmune reaction where the immune system attacks the eye
October 22, 2025
Dentistry In The News
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and gum health to detect issues before they arise. Key features of RejuvaTooth: Fully proactive: continuously monitors bone and gum health. Intelligent system: analyzes biological data to improve predictability and reduce implant failure. Integrated design: simplifies clinical practice
January 26, 2026
Implantology
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. sometimes a 4 op healthy practice can take home more and be very enjoyable for lifestyle compared to a mega mill for patients where everything is high expense. If so, you can find a really manageable and healthy practice you can grow and not be overwhelmed by finances your first ten years
October 28, 2025
Practice Acquisitions
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the gums love that , they start rto heal and look better a week later . Looks fantastic, stud. Thanks , that works too .. Thanks mlau Nice! I do a similar approach but I tend to use the U-bands as those are great for Class 5's for extra visibility. Did you use regular composite or resin-modified
November 10, 2025
Restorative Dentistry
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. He's one of a huge list of people that are was smarter, more successful, and better looking than me. I respect the *hit out of my patients. Statistically, they're smarter, richer, better looking, and healthier than me. Quite a few of them are dentists, doctors, pharmacists, lawyers, and scientists
January 31, 2026
Practice Management & Administrative Forum
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Does anyone know what causes this discoloration on the attached gingiva around the implant body. I see this on multiple implants. These are placed by the oral surgeon. I'm the restoring dentist. Metal showing through a thin biotype. I had a patient with dark endo roots shining through the gums on #8,9. My periodontist did some connective tissue grafting and solved the darkness. Still looks great 15 years later.
June 16, 2025
Implantology
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intaglio or sandblast and make retention dimples, do the same in the acrylic gum. Clean very well, moisten acrylic with a microbrush dipped in monomer, mix jet acrylic (runny) and put in place. Hold for a bit, clean, let it cure, polish. Has hold up for quite some time. Pt does needs to know
August 25, 2025
Fixed Prosthodontics
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to be our breakout year. The foundation is set, the vision is clear, and the momentum is real. Thank you for believing in Dentaltown and in each other. I am honored to be on this journey with you. Merry Christmas and here's to a happy, healthy, and extraordinary New Year. Howard Farran Your fearless
December 26, 2025
Holidays
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around. The reason most don't put a tissue level in is the same reason you don't single stage something like this. 9 times out of 10, you get to the restorative phase and wish the gums were a little more..... Something. Here, you get to transport the tissue buccally at uncovery if you choose
June 08, 2025
Implantology
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is that? Yeah but we have to solve access of care issues.. If you are generally healthy, then just go see np/pa. if you have lots of issues health wise- better off to see Md. regardless internal medicine checkups really don't do much. Run bloodwork and if something is off they refer you to a specialist
February 05, 2026
General Health
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sufficient levels. The findings held up in both time-to-event (hazard) models and analyses of caries severity, suggesting that adequate vitamin D during pregnancy, especially mid- to late gestation, may support healthier enamel formation and lower childhood caries risk. The authors conclude
December 15, 2025
Cariology
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. As far as I know... I trust my labs to deliver what I specify...it's impossible to regulate...there are consequences. Purple gums are abundant on our old pvc's and pfm's...there is a lot to the metallurgy... Ah the gold hitting $900 an ounce days in the 80's. The reason for the tissue allergy
August 20, 2025
Fixed Prosthodontics
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as healthy, provided soft tissues were acceptable, It is not necessary to have 28 teeth in an adult mouth, to define health. I would not recommend implants. Allen So how many teeth are necessary to define health? More importantly, who is qualified to make this definition? Would you not offer implants
November 04, 2025
Ethical Issues
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Top Dental Health Risks Facing Men in 2025: Poor Hygiene, Oral Cancer, and Gum Disease Dr. Jeff Reynolds highlights that men are significantly more prone than women to neglect dental hygiene. Theyre less likely to brush twice daily, floss regularly, or maintain twiceyearly dental visits.This
July 24, 2025
Patient Communication / Education
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benefits vs calorie restriction in healthy individuals? I didn't read that email, but IIRC Attia came out recently and said use it as a tool vs a lifestyle? Different recommendations based on body fat and how metabolically healthy you are? (I thought he mentioned certain people, including older lean
December 05, 2025
Nutrition
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to go to the hospital if her airway feels compromised. I will call her later tonight. My best guess is that I had a mild to moderate air emphysema in the buccal space. Correct. The crackle is the diagnostic give-away. Whenever you have floppy gums around a lower molar, take it easy on blowing air down
May 21, 2025
Restorative Dentistry
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: A Split-Mouth Case Report https://www.mdpi.com/3583522 In this case, two subcrestal implants were restored with the same system and same protocols. One site developed mucositis; the other remained healthy. CBCT-based 3D analysis showed the affected site had a noticeably larger CRD. After remaking
November 14, 2025
Implantology
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: decay and gum disease. Dental school drilled us on those, and insurance companies still act like thats all dentistry is about. But the third problemthe way the teeth come togetheris barely touched on in school. At least it wasnt when I went through. Be honest: did you really learn how to diagnose
September 01, 2025
TMD and Occlusion
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for secondary damage. After that, options include over-the-counter mouthwashes, gels, sugar-free chewing gums or lozenges that stimulate saliva. Additionally, lifestyle changes, such as avoiding dry-mouth-worsening foods or drinks, can help. Dentists warn about Dry Mouth: Know its meaning, symptoms and treatment - The Times of India
November 03, 2025
Legal Issues
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Link doesn't work for me. Does it grow in the proper location? If so that's pretty cool Fixed it Tufts University researchers have developed a smart dental implant that mimics the look, feel, and function of a natural tooth. Instead of anchoring in bone, the implant expands gently into gum
June 13, 2025
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
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I have a family member who is on dialysis 3-4 times a week. Those patients are barely healthy enough to get a few fillings at a time, let alone a full arch surgery. This guy either had a massive ego or was massively stupid, or both. lol what an experience. This could serve as a case study
November 27, 2025
Implant Controversies
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Hi Townies, I have a 85 year old man in good health who broke tooth #8 almost at the gum line. He has an implant on #9. Do you think I can make a cantaliver bridge off # 9 with just 8 as a Pontic? The implant on #9 was 3i done 15 years ago? I am not sure if the implant crown will be hard to remove
May 30, 2025
Fixed Prosthodontics
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This case has me scratching my head: A 64 year-old healthy lady saw me recently for an evaluation. The RCT on the lower right molar was done over 15 years ago. The lady reports cold sensitivity that lingers for about a minute. The lingering is exceptionally mild. There is no tenderness
October 27, 2025
Endodontics
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is aware that the midline correction will not occur without significant orthodontics. Her muscles of mastication are negative to palpation and her Joint is healthy (JVA is negative). She is missing #13 What are you looking for in the mounted models beyond the photos posted? Help others
August 13, 2025
Cosmetic Dentistry
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. This is exactly where you need Vitapex. It's the modern day version of Sargenti paste. Applying SLIGHT pressure through the thin tip will push Vitapex into the very areas it's needed. Whenever I RC a more healthy tooth, I get little to no overfill 'puff'. Again, it makes sense. It's harder to push
January 15, 2026
Endodontics
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.... Oh wow Rich! I love that it looks awesome! How accurate does it seem to you? What program is that? Hi Stephen, I used Gemini to make that image from my pano. One day I want a CBCT image one day to look like teeth and gums! I'm tired of the scattered images! Incredibly busy day for me today First
February 09, 2026
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
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If she is running two cycles then 2.5 hours. The bigger question. What the hell is she doing in the meantime? I have seen staff who will sit in front of the machine on their phone and watch the timer. Her name is Suzy, she chews gum and snaps it, dozes off during endo, etc, etc. Did I mention she is VERY
October 03, 2025
Dental Manufacturer Feedback
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for gum disease, root cavities, and oral cancer. Crucially, these issues arent an inevitable result of aging, theyre driven by related factors. Medications for chronic conditions (like SSRIs and allergy drugs) often cause dry mouth, increasing cavity risk. The bottom line: aging alone isnt the culprit
June 16, 2025
Geriatric Dentistry
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alone. This integrated approach changes the patient journey. A person attending for bleeding gums or recurring decay may, alongside dental care, choose nutritional support to address sugar frequency and inflammation, or MBCT to tackle stress patterns that drive bruxism and poor sleep. Someone
January 27, 2026
Practice Management & Administrative Forum
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in the crucible...lol...you do you booboo...impossible to regulate, impossible to know what you're made of...purple gums for everyone forever!!!!! The first one I did for her was 1992 as a junior in dental school. I waxed and cast it myself. I did 8 crowns on her in dental school, 7 are still there 34
January 08, 2026
Restorative Dentistry
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excellence and operational efficiency. From a financial standpoint, the practice had revenue of $5M+ and EBITDA of $1.7M+ through the March '25 TTM period, operating at a very healthy ~34% margin. With a growing footprint, the practice combines patient-centric care with scalable infrastructure, offering
October 02, 2025
Practice Sales
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to early detection tools using simple saliva tests. A healthy mouth might mean more than fresh breath, it could help save your life. Oral Bacterial and Fungal Microbiome and Subsequent Risk for Pancreatic Cancer | Gastroenterology | JAMA Oncology | JAMA Network
September 19, 2025
Oral Pathology
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pretty aligned teeth, and the gums display isn't freaky. I bet 99% of their concern is the "flat" incisal shape of their maxillary anterior teeth combined with some whitening. We are talking: 1. incisal edge recontouring - this would make a TREMEMDOUS difference 2. bleaching 3. wear a nightguard every
October 15, 2025
Prosthodontic Cases
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and additional jaw pain. Finally, PTSD can increase susceptibility to gingivitis, tooth plaque, and gum disease. If a patient is managing his or her PTSD with antidepressants or other medications, there are additional factors to consider. Medications like these can lead to dry mouth as a side effect
September 12, 2025
Military Dentistry
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don't think I can access it to do a *good* job, then I inform the patient, RX prevident and get them to brush after breakfast and before bed, and tell them to use gum picks to clean under it after every meal. I tell them to expect to lose it, but the cleaner they keep it, the more we can slow
December 15, 2025
Restorative Dentistry
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leads the market, with dental imaging (especially CBCT) dominating due to its crucial role in diagnostics. The periodontic treatment segment shows fastest growth pace, reflecting the high prevalence of gum disease among adults 30+. The hospital market accounts for the largest sales share, given
July 27, 2025
Equipment
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Science contains nano hydroxyapatite, and it is available OTC. Fluoride needs the correct ratio on calcium and phosphate ion to form fluorapatite, so pastes like this provide that in a bioavailable form. Healthy saliva contains these minerals, individuals who don't the produce the quantity or quality
November 02, 2025
Pediatric Dentistry
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