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, how do you educate and motivate the patients in your chair who have bleeding on probing, with light to moderate gingivitis? Most hygienists would tell these patients that healthy gums don't bleed and give oral-hygiene instruction. Most patients, in turn, will respond that their gums always bleed
August 2015
by Barbara Vugteveen, RDH
Dentaltown Magazine
a thorough exam of your gums and the bone surrounding your teeth. I’m going to call out some numbers, so please listen carefully. A rating between 1 and 3 is typically normal, and healthy gums don’t bleed.” PERIO ASSESSMENT. For patients to participate in their own diagnosis, they have
November 2021
by Rachel Wall, RDH, BS
Dentaltown Magazine
damaged gingival tissue during and after dental procedures. Because E-Lieve is also a moisturizer, it absorbs into the tissue, reducing inflammation. The product also acts as an antioxidant by protecting cell membranes from oxidation, which can damage healthy gum tissue. E-Lieve’s convenient
October 2019
Dentaltown Magazine
the indicators are for health and disease. It might sound something like this: Mr. Jones, now I am going to evaluate the health of your gums and the bone surrounding your teeth. I'm going to be taking some measurements and calling out some numbers. The numbers one through three are normal, and healthy
August 2014
Dentaltown Magazine
healthier gum tissue tone and color (Fig. 2). The healthier tissue should support the implant long into the future (Figs. 3 and 4). This case illustrates points proven in clinical trials—that the regular delivery of a low concentration of peroxide via a sealed prescription tray as an adjunctive
April 2018
by Milton Marshall, PhD, DABT, and Tanya Dunlap, PhD
Dentaltown Magazine
for scheduling your post-treatment supportive periodontal therapy appointments. A client with recession has a lot more tooth surface to cover than a client with healthy gums up to their CEJs, and it takes more time to be thorough
July 2014
Dentaltown Magazine
that fight bacteria, viruses and fungi. Deep kissing increases the flow of saliva, which helps to keep the mouth, teeth and gums healthy. Around 80 percent of the bacteria in saliva are common to everyone and 20 percent
February 2013
by Thomas Peltzer, DMD
Dentaltown Magazine
University. He is co-director for Manchester Dentinal Tubules, the Oldham/Rochdale BDA Section Secretary, and the East Lancashire/East Cheshire BDA Young Dentist Group Chair. He was involved in the creation the ‘Healthy gums do matter’ and ‘Saving smiles trauma’ guidelines with the Manchester LDN.
Summer 2018 - UK Edition
by Dr Imran Ashghar
Dentaltown Magazine
otherwise would not be able to afford it. We also plan to sponsor contests and scholarship programs designed to help kids learn about healthy teeth and gums—while offering them the opportunity to win tablets and further their educational goals. What
September 2015
by Arselia Gales, Assistant Editor
Dentaltown Magazine
routine recare appointment. I’ve already set her up to come back in six months so we can keep her gums healthy. Doctor wants to see her back here as soon as possible to take care of that cracked tooth.&rdquo
2014 New Grad Edition
by Sandy Pardue
Dentaltown Magazine
of the value they bring. (“Suzy, thank you so much—you did an amazing job with Mrs. Jones! Her gums look so much healthier.”) As the leader in your practice, you are responsible for creating the team atmosphere you desire. Taking advantage of these few mindful adjustments, you can
October 2021
by Jodie Heimbach, RDH
Dentaltown Magazine
of Alzheimer's patients. It is theorized that periodontal inflammation can elevate inflammation throughout the body—a precursor to heart disease. The link between gum disease (which affects 50 percent of the U.S. population, and increases to 70 percent for those over
November 2015
by Jonathan Levine, DMD
Dentaltown Magazine
of a challenge. Added to this, the topic of tooth wear can offer an extra dimension for dental professionals because, one might argue, there is less awareness of it amongst the public than, say, tooth decay and gum disease. Talking about erosion Telling patients that they are suffering from tooth wear
June/July 2019 - UK Edition
by Andrew Eder, dean and professor at the University of Buckingham Dental Institute
Dentaltown Magazine
, causing misalignment. This can lead to bite problems, jaw pain and an increased risk of developing dental issues such as cavities and gum disease. Maintaining aesthetics. It can be much more challenging to attain ideal aesthetics with implants. Preserving oral health
July 2024
by Dr. Brian S. Gurinsky
Dentaltown Magazine
measure of bone loss, less than 2mm, 2-4mm or more than 4mm With this data, three Gum Disease Risk and Health Assessment scores are provided. The Gum Disease Risk Score ranges from 1 (very low risk) to 5 (very high risk). This score predicts the probability the periodontal
November 2014
Trisha E. O'Hehir, RDH, MS
Dentaltown Magazine
September 2024
Dentaltown Magazine
by Lawrence Kotlow, DDS, PC Introduction Breastfeeding has not always been looked upon as a modern, healthy method of providing infants
March 2014
by Lawrence Kotlow, DDS, PC
Dentaltown Magazine
the process of remaking her hybrid, which began with periodontal surgery to establish healthy gingiva. This involved maxillary and mandibular gum grafts, each of which required eight to 10 weeks of healing. Once the tissues were under control, a wax try-in was created, after which new titanium
November 2015
by Allison DiMatteo, BA, MPS and Rebecca Nobach, BS
Dentaltown Magazine
Helping patients maintain their oral health is always a top concern for most dentists. Andrew Clapp is director of product management for Healthy Grid, a startup that puts the needs of the consumer first. We spoke
October 2015
by Arselia Gales, Assistant Editor
Dentaltown Magazine
gingival grafts to augment attached gingiva. Case report #1 A 26-year-old healthy male patient presented with a chief complaint of sensitivity, and receding gums associated with the lower anterior teeth
February 2016
by Dr. Manthan Desai
Dentaltown Magazine
activity; most salivary gland hypofunction cases are responders. Masticatory stimulation is achieved by chewing sugarfree gum, preferably with xylitol. A regular chewing gum habit also causes a prolonged increase in unstimulated
March 2013
by Linda Douglas, RDH
Dentaltown Magazine
of bloody prophy appointments. A prophylaxis is a procedure performed on periodontally healthy patients to keep them healthy. Gingivitis and periodontitis are specific infections, like dental caries, to be diagnosed
January 2013
by Trisha O'Hehir, RDH, MS Editorial Director, Hygienetown
Dentaltown Magazine
the dam would further impede my field of view.) Fig. 3: Bleeding was controlled by injecting anesthetic directly onto the lingual papillae. Caries excavation was completed with special attention not to expose the healthy pulp. At this stage, the tooth was ready for matrix band placement. Fig
July 2023
by Dr. Ahmad Fayad
Dentaltown Magazine
% is retained in the mouth after rinsing and is slowly released in the oral tissues, extending its action for 8–12 hours.6 There are several brands of chlorhexidine rinse, including Peridex, Periogard and GUM Paroex, which is alcohol-free. Chlorhexidine is also used postsurgery, and has also proved
September 2019
by Linda Douglas, RDH
Dentaltown Magazine
a mucogingival (receded gums) defect is and how to identify one, what and where to measure, and when, why and how we can treat them. The term mucogingival refers to the area of the mucosa and gingival tissues, so a mucogingival defect is one that involves either the mucosa, gingiva or both
March 2017 - UK Edition
by Dr. Brian S. Gurinsky
Dentaltown Magazine
a mucogingival (receded gums) defect is and how to identify one, what and where to measure, and when, why and how we can treat them. The term mucogingival refers to the area of the mucosa and gingival tissues, so a mucogingival defect is one that involves either the mucosa, gingiva or both
January 2017
by Dr. Brian S. Gurinsky
Dentaltown Magazine
Information in this section is culled from releases that were delivered to . All material is subject to editing and space availability. Gum Detoxify Crest’s Gum Detoxify, a specially formulated paste with activated foam technology, reaches below the gum line to significantly
May 2018
Dentaltown Magazine
, and the hygienist had the audacity to tell me I needed a deep cleaning! I brush twice a day, I floss (when I remember), and I use mouthwash. But she said I had gum disease! She was clearly just trying to scam me. I walked out. Message from the owner: If you floss “when you remember,” your
March 2025
Dentaltown Magazine
and gum disease, extracting teeth with forceps, and using wires to stabilize loose teeth and fractured jaws.1 In those ancient times, when it came time for people to pay, we’re fairly certain they didn’t have insurance to contribute to the cost of care, or the ability to pull out a piece
September 2018
by Kirk Sweigard
Dentaltown Magazine
gain more acceptance of their referrals if the patients understood what benefit the procedure meant for them, and if they could actually picture those benefits. For starters, consider using the term mentioned in the title, namely gum shortening, instead of crown lengthening. Patients more easily
September 2014
by Dr. James Kohner
Dentaltown Magazine
retention will not only fill schedules; it will also provide a steady flow of patients for a much healthier practice. Lack of telephone skills There are many missed opportunities due to poorly handled calls. It's important for practices to look at their telephone skills through their patients' eyes
January 2018
by Sandy Pardue
Dentaltown Magazine
in sports. Whether individual pursuits or team games, sporting activities offer various health benefits while also helping children develop myriad new skills. Physical health The most obvious health benefit of sport is to help children maintain a healthy weight. The figures from the National Child
July 2017 - UK Edition
by Neil Photay and David Hands
Dentaltown Magazine
, anxiety and the fear of pain and discomfort may make the body more fragile. Physical limitation of the patient or even the hospital environment can impact otherwise regular healthy oral habits. Researchers at the Federal University of Piau
December 2014
Dentaltown Magazine
#31 distal. The patient is systemically healthy with no current or past smoking history. Her dental history indicates third-molars extraction at age 42 and regular dental care that included prophylaxis every 6–12?months. Key periodontal and radiographic measurements were as follows
January 2020
by Dr. Rachel A. Schallhorn
Dentaltown Magazine
to yet. Zirconia implants usually can't be left to heal under the gums Usually the osseointegration procedure takes nearly six months to complete. Once dental implants have been surgically placed, they should have primary stability or a certain torque value. Implants that don't possess good primary
May 2017 - UK Edition
by Dr. Saurabh Gupta
Dentaltown Magazine
; the patient was taken off the medication that same day. (After several gum surgeries tissue health was restored as seen in Fig. 2.) Heart connection: In 1999, a 55-year-old presented in my office with moderate/advanced periodontal disease. He refused treatment beyond a basic cleaning, but I spent
February 2017
by Dr. Hazel Glasper
Dentaltown Magazine
Largent, DMD, President of Healthy Smiles, Healthy Children, about the team effort “Brush with the Biff” which includes oral health-care education, NASCAR and a whole lot of doing good. Curious? Read on. What
May 2014
by Chelsea Knorr, Editor, Dentaltown Magazine
Dentaltown Magazine
Jaw & Order: Special Veneers Unit In the cosmetic dental practice, unpleasant smiles are considered especially heinous. All over the country, the dedicated dentists who treat these ugly mugs are members of an elite squad known as the Special Veneers Unit. These are their cases. GUM&ndash
September 2018
Dentaltown Magazine
be considered a “gum graft,” but there are distinguishing differences between the two in regard to indications and techniques. The primary anatomic difference between the two types of grafts is that free gingival grafts (Figs. 1a–1c) retain the overlying epithelium1 while
January 2022
by Dr. David Paulson
Dentaltown Magazine
to yet. Zirconia implants usually can't be left to heal under the gums Usually the osseointegration procedure takes nearly six months to complete. Once dental implants have been surgically placed, they should have primary stability or a certain torque value. Implants that don't possess good primary
March 2017
by Dr. Saurabh Gupta
Dentaltown Magazine
image can greatly simplify what may otherwise sound like a very complex treatment plan. For example, a patient referred by my colleague presented with irritated gums over tooth #11. Clinical exam and periapical radiographs revealed a buccal external
August 2015
by Dr. Rowshan Ahani
Dentaltown Magazine
to accurately determine xerostomia. Salivary flow is simulated with gum base, paraffin wax, rubber bands and citric acid, and is collected by the patient spitting all saliva into a collection cup. Unstimulated salivary flow is collected from the mouth
March 2013
Dentaltown Magazine
Available in great tasting bubble gum, melon, cherry and mint flavors Economical. Best value on the market. 5% sodium fluoride (NaF) or 22,600 ppm of fluoride Simply dip, mix, brush and throw away Why bother
March 2013
by William B. Dragan, DDS
Dentaltown Magazine
display was considered less attractive.2 Sulcus depth varies, depending on which tooth in the mouth and where on the tooth you’re probing. Assuming that you’re dealing with a periodontally healthy situation, 1–3mm would be deemed within “normal limits” for a sulcus
July 2018
by Dr. Brian S. Gurinsky
Dentaltown Magazine
will be conducive for pocket elimination and maintenance of physiologic gingival architecture. by Dr. James Kohner This course covers methods, limitations and benefits of both aesthetic and functional crown lengthening. Discussion will include issues like red or sore gum tissue around crowns
March 2025
by Dr. Nareg Apelian
Dentaltown Magazine
docere, meaning “to teach”—and even though hygienists don’t have DDS degrees, they can still teach patients about what’s going on in their mouths and instill values. “I’m a hygienist. If this was my tooth, this is what I would do. If my gums were bleeding like
August 2018
by Dr. Howard Farran
Dentaltown Magazine
to know when choosing a whitening system for your practice. The science of whitening What makes up tooth color? Three factors that affect tooth shade are genetics, environmental factors (e.g., medication and nutritional habits) and the patient’s ability to maintain a healthy mouth.3
June 2018
by Mary Jane Livingston and Jennifer Vasquez
Dentaltown Magazine
performing solely cosmetic cases because my passion is with composite and porcelain veneers. Once to twice a month I would have specialists—such as an endodontist to complete root canals and a periodontist to do implants and gum surgeries—rotating through the office. In the long-long-term I
January 2025
Dentaltown Magazine
numbers of economically disadvantaged students. The 3M race car and members of the racing team visit schools to emphasize the importance of basic oral care, including brushing twice a day, flossing daily, visiting the dentist, and choosing healthy drinks and snacks
May 2015
by John Tobin
Dentaltown Magazine
healthy connective tissue and epithelium. The PMNs release cytokines that act as chemical machetes to chop through and destroy healthy cells. At last the PMNs reach the sulcus, which takes them outside the body where they no longer function
January 2014
by Trisha O'Hehir, RDH, MS Hygienetown Editorial Director
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