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Implant treatments are the most popular type of treatments used for missing teeth. With their rising popularity as the patient satisfaction rises, implant treatments require pre-treatment procedures before application. These procedures make implant therapies longer-lasting and more successful. There is always a reason behind tooth loss. Gum diseases are the most frequent reasons behind such losses. If the causes of gum diseases are not eliminated before an implant therapy, they cause problems near implants in time after their application (IMPLANTITIS). If there are microorganisms causing the gum disease, this means that the gum disease will be persistent. To deal with this issue (combatting microorganisms), we initially need to remove the microorganisms to prevent them from forming hosts for themselves again. ASSESSING ORAL FINDINGS BEFORE AN IMPLANT TREATMENT - ARE BLEEDING GUMS AN ISSUE? Is there bleeding on gums during brushing teeth? In the case of an active periodontal disease, the implant...

Source: MAG, September 2014 – Year 11 – Issue: 108, pages: 244-245 Anger is a perfectly healthy and natural status, when you express it without harming yourself or the environment in any way. Yet, when your anger gets out of control and becomes destructive, there will be problems in your health. Despite the fact that our society fails to teach us how to deal with anger, we are quite talented in creating stress in the daily lives of each other. Where there is no correct communication or empathy, stress and anger are dominant. Besides, angry women are shunned in our society, whereas men are encouraged to express their anger. Anger and stress create unwanted sensations in your body. Emotions are energy. They need to be released. Many people eat when they are angry. There is a need to eliminate the new negative energy through grinding teeth. This is why people binge...

Today, having white teeth is no longer a luxury. Many bleaching agents are here to help the consumer on this matter. Even gels or pads that are used practically at home before going to a party are now over the counter. Though, there is a discoloration problem that does not go away no matter what we do – and the problem affects one single tooth. When asked about such discoloration issues, people generally speak of an impact onto their incisor teeth, either a bicycle accident or a smashed ball when they were young. Minor breakages and cracks are generally encountered at the tip of the discolored tooth. Sometimes people are directly at unease due to the discoloration, but sometimes they just accept it, believing that one of their teeth is “yellower than others”. HOW TO DIAGNOSE DISCOLORATION First, any past incidences of trauma onto the teeth should be inquired. In fact,...

Unlike common knowledge, this issue is frequently encountered by patients and dentists. We should suspect a reflecting toothache in the case of a dental pain where the patient fails to show a particular teeth as its cause, thus confusing their dentist, or a pain the source of which may be rather puzzling to find. What is a Reflecting Toothache? It occurs when the spot where a patient feels pain is not the actual source of pain. Sometimes, a patient visits us with some pain at their lower teeth, when the cause is a decay on one of their upper teeth. Sometimes, an embedded wisdom tooth is the cause of pain in the ears. The patient wonders what causes them this confusion, rendering them unable to find the source of their pain. Though, they should realize that it is beyond their control. This confusion occurs due to the complex structure of the...

WHY DO WE GET TOOTH DECAYS? The bacteria in your mouth are predominantly on your tongue and teeth. As their natural features, they may form acids from the residues of sugary and floury foods. These acids dissolve the mineral structure, interfering with tooth enamel and kickstart tooth decay. They cause little holes, named cavities by dentists. Once overlooked for centuries, tooth decay is now recognized as a disease “with multiple causes”. There are three main factors that cause tooth decay: * Bacterial plaques (also known as tartar) * Foods with carbohydrates (like flour, sugar etc.) * The characteristics of a particular person – for example, the amount and quality of their saliva. If one of these factors change for a person with stable dental health, tooth decay shall be inevitable. HOW DOES A TOOTH DECAY OCCUR AND PROGRESS? Tooth decay always starts at the surface of your tooth and progresses into...

As the school season is starting, a new subject is now on our agenda: “Eating habits of school children.” Of course, weight issues and obesity are the most important health problems in our century, but oral health is just as important. Eating habits play a great role in shaping oral health. Foods with carbohydrates, candy bars, desserts, biscuits and snacks contribute to tooth decay. In addition, sugary sodas and sweetened beverages, including sweetened milk, affect dental health. Hence, in schools where your children does not have an option to brush their teeth after consuming such foods or beverages while at school, this issue poses a serious threat, contributing to tooth decay. So, the lunch boxes should constitute of tooth friendly foods. These foods are: Foods of cheese content: Cheese blocks tooth decay as it includes casein. For example; grilled cheese sandwiches etc. Peanuts: As they are rich in minerals, they strengthen...

WHAT ARE PATIENTS’ EXPECTATIONS IN TOOTH CONSTRUCTION? Not always do patients have cosmetic concerns when they refer to our clinic. These patients are amazed to learn that the stains on their teeth that cause others to ask why they are never brushing their teeth are not caused by smoking, but instead, caused by antibiotics taken during childhood; as much as they are amazed to learn that there is a fix for that. Though, when they refer to us with a specific dental design in mind, one that would never fit their face, an issue between us and them becomes inevitable. There are many advantages of a fancy smile. Every person has teeth criteria that fit their facial structure. So, what should be done? WHAT PROBLEMS DOES THE PATIENT HAVE, REGARDING THEIR ORAL AND DENTAL STRUCTURE? ARE YOU ABLE TO SMILE FREELY? Do you usually keep your lips together while having your...

The first thing that comes to our mind about ozone is the layer that protects Earth from the harmful rays that may cause skin cancer. Though, today, many fields make use of ozone. As it is extremely reliable, it is widely used: -To sterilize water and mineral water in big cities, -In air cleaning systems, -In swimming pools, -To store and clean fruits, vegetables, meat, chicken and fish, -In the field of medicine, a use that is gaining popularity every day. Ozone was first used in the field of medicine due to its healing ability. In 1900s, in the US and across European countries, many researches were conducted on ozone. When the advantages of its destructive effect on viruses, bacteria and fungi, dentists adopted it, as well. THE USES OF OZONE IN DENTISTRY: -In treatments for tooth decay: There are many bacteria inside a person’s mouth. These bacteria cause tooth decay...

One of the problems that occur in summer when the heat is unbearable is mouth dryness. In fact, if someone has an existing issue of mouth dryness it becomes even more severe in the summer. People always ignore the symptoms of a dry mouth, blaming the heat and then have to deal with issues like BAD BREATH, INFLAMMATIONS IN GUMS AND TEETH, A RAPID DECAY PROGRESSION afterwards, all byproducts of a dry mouth. Your saliva is extremely necessary and protective for your mouth. In short, just like tears in our eyes, our saliva acts as a protective, slippery layer. It prevents food residues from sticking onto cheek tissues or teeth. The enzymes and proteins in your saliva break down your food and help you digest it. When the saliva level drops down to 50%, MOUTH DRYNESS occurs. REASONS OF A DRY MOUTH -For many pills, mouth dryness is listed as a...

THE ERUPTION OF MILK TEETH On their first birthday, your baby’s first 6 teeth have erupted. The first central incisors become visible in the first 6 months. Their lateral incisors are visible by month 8. Four posterior molars erupt between months 10-14, canines in months 16-20 and finally, the posterior big molar teeth erupt between months 24-30. EARLY AND LATE ERUPTION OF TEETH The eruption of milk teeth begins in month 6, continuing until month 9. Though, for some children, these rules do not apply. Unlike other babies, these babies have their eruption 2 months earlier, or 2 months later. In addition, although rarely, some children are born with few teeth erupted. These teeth are sometimes actual milk teeth. However, they may also be calcified blossoms without roots. If they obstruct breast feeding, they have to be pulled out. ERUPTION AND DISEASES The symptoms of teeth eruption do not affect the...

“Does a single tooth matter? I had 32 teeth, one of them going missing is no big deal. I still have 31.” We are now aware that such a mindset is wrong. Furthermore, we now know that the other teeth shift and slide to fill this space and even your spine may get affected by this sliding motion. Your teeth are like the cogs of the jaw bone, the loss of one of these cogs affects the entire system. For this reason, even when a single tooth is lost, the loss should be compensated. The first big molar teeth come out at age 6, when the child lacks the habit of brushing teeth and has a sweet tooth. These teeth get damaged between ages 6 and 8 without protective measures. At first, they decay and following the steps of fillings and root canal treatments, their condition gets worse and they may...

LASER BLEACHING Today, everyone has a motto – “A better look”. That is, looking better in the physical sense. Nice-looking hair, glowing skin and pearly teeth. For your teeth to look well-kept, they should have no stains and a white, shiny appearance. Of course, you need healthy gums too, but that is a different issue. There are various reasons for your teeth to look darker than usual. Some people have yellow or stained teeth since birth. It used to be destiny for these people, but it is now possible to solve the issue of yellow, or stained teeth. Through many bleaching methods and techniques, your teeth can have a whiter appearance. One of these methods is laser bleaching and we will be discussing it further. FIRST ISSUE TO CONSIDER: WHO ARE SUITABLE FOR DENTAL BLEACHING PROCEDURES? 1-People with teeth that have gone yellow over time. People who had white teeth and...

LASERS The dentistry sector always undergoes updates and developments. The aim of these is to increase the comfort of patients, as well as providing them with painless, fast-healing surgery options. Although using anesthetic solutions makes painless treatments possible, dental treatments that do not intervene the course of their daily lives are the ultimate expectation of patients. Hence, through the developments in technology to answer such needs, the LASER has been introduced into the field of dentistry. The laser was developed following the theoretic studies of Basov, Prokhorov and Townes in 1960s. Laser is an acronym of these words: Laser, Amplification by, Stimulated, Emission of, Radiation. In this article, we will be discussing DIODE LASERS. DIODE LASERS Laser devices function according to their wavelengths and pulse counts. The studies that were also conducted in our country on diode lasers with a wavelength of 980 nm showed that these lasers support wound healing....

Irregularities between gum levels affect your appearance, just like they affect your teeth. For example, here, the gum levels of the incisors are as they should be, but those of the small molar teeth are irregular. As a result, these teeth appear shorter than they actually are. Without any adjustments on gum levels, these teeth will look short, regardless of the procedures applied. To deal with the irregularity, the gums should be shortened by 1-1,5 millimeters. Your gums consist of two parts. STICKY GUMS: These are the part of gums that are stuck onto the bone. NON-STICKY GUMS: These are the part of gums that hang freely at the necks of your teeth, not stuck onto your bones, just like the flesh where our nails grow. Gum adjustments are made on these areas. This procedure is also called a “GUM MANICURE”. WHAT ARE THE ADVANTAGES OF GUM ADJUSTMENTS (GINGIVECTOMY?) 1.It helps...

In addition to the improvements we witness in dentistry each day, protective treatments are also on the rise. These therapies aim to provide protection for your teeth before they decay. This is achieved by strengthening tooth enamels and making them more resistant to decays. Along with fissure sealant applications, fluoride varnishes are used on adults regularly, as on pre-school children. Fluor varnishes include 5% sodium fluoride. This percentage is quite high, compared to toothpastes or mouthwash liquids. They increase the fluoride level in your enamels by 77% following their application. (6 robler SR, oquard B, Rolla 6, flouride uptake by sound enamel atter in vivo Duraphant application J. Dent Assos S. Atr 1983; 38:55-58) WHO CAN RECEIVE FLUORIDE VARNISH TREATMENTS? -Teethed individuals between the ages 1 and 99 make use of fluoride varnishes as a prevention against tooth decay. -Fluoride varnishes are also used to support mouth hygiene during orthodontic treatments....

Bad breath is a problem with which everyone may have to deal at some point in our lives. Though, it is not a socially desired condition. No matter how well-groomed you are, this condition may compromise your reputation. Here are 10 SECRETS FOR A FRESH BREATH to protect your reputation: 1-You must review whether you exercise good oral care. Do you brush your teeth twice a day, once in the morning and once before bedtime? Remember to BRUSH THE UPPER SURFACE OF YOUR TONGUE in addition to brushing your teeth. 2-Remember to clean the areas in between your teeth before going to bed. Keep in mind that a toothbrush cannot reach to those areas. Use DENTAL FLOSSES, BRUSHES DESIGNED FOR THESE AREAS, OR ORAL SHOWERS to clean these areas. 3-Use mouthwash. After brushing your teeth, extend the mouthwash toward the back of your throat and gargle for 2-3 minutes. Do not...

Nowadays, everyone wishes to look perfect. To achieve the perfect appearance and get rid of their “imperfections”, people turn to cosmetic treatments. It is possible to alter a person’s teeth cosmetically, elements that have a great role in a person’s appearance. The need to have a pearly white smile brings along fast-paced developments in the sector of dentistry. One of the most popular methods developed in this aspect is dental veneers. They are applied just onto the outer, visible surfaces of a person’s teeth. Just like coating furniture with a thin layer of varnish onto the inner parts of furnitures to achieve a desired look, or a particular color, a person’s appearance may be altered by porcelain, or composite, veneers that are applied onto the outer surfaces of their teeth. While keeping their actual teeth intact behind the veneers, veneers in desired colors or features may be applied onto them. WHAT...

If your heart begins to race wildly and you get stomach cramps just by looking at the title, this post is for you. Dental phobia, the phobia that force-chokes you at the mere thought of visiting your dentist and drives you to live with the pain of a decayed, or a missing tooth is actually quite ungrounded. How? Well, in today’s dentistry we are able to apply dental procedures to eliminate phobias, rather than building onto them. Besides, today’s technology is quite advanced. Let’s discuss the reasons behind “dental phobia” and how it spreads in a society.   FEAR IS A NATURAL EMOTION: Fear has its place in the human nature, which means that it is perfectly natural. Fears help us continue our daily lives. If we did not feel fear, we would continuously take risks without thinking about the consequences they may bring. Fear is why we have safe zones....

DENTAL HEALTH AND PREGNANCY We all wish to enjoy our pregnancy periods. We all hope to give birth to healthy babies after pregnancy. The field to which women pay the most attention during pregnancy is nutrition. The attention paid for nutrition is for the good of their children, through better bone structures or higher quotients of intelligence. Yet, isn’t nutrition also important for oral and dental health? The buds of baby teeth and permanent teeth form inside your baby’s jaw while you are pregnant. Having a high mineral intake will strengthen the dental structure of your baby. Calcium, phosphor, potassium and vitamins, elements that we always need, are needed even more during pregnancy. You have to mind what you eat if you wish to straighten the dental buds of your babies and the final three-month period of pregnancy is especially important.   Common thoughts: “I had many episodes of nausea, I...

Antropologlara göre çiğneme fonksiyonları azaldıkça üçüncü büyük azı dişlerine artık gerek kalmamaktadır ve çoğunlukla bu dişler gömülü ya da yarı gömülü olarak ağızda yerlerini almaktadır. GÖMÜLÜ DİŞ NEDİR? Bir dişin ağızda oluşumu vardır. Fakat çiğnemeye tam girmemiştir. Çenede gömülü olarak kalmaktadır. Bu tip dişlere gömülü diş denir. GÖMÜLÜ DİŞ NEDEN SORUN YARATIR? Dişin normal doğasında ağız ortamında yer alması gerekir. Dişin üst kısmında çene kemiğini açması enzimler vardır. Bir şayet gömülü ise önündeki ya da komşusu olan dişlere zarar verir.  Dişin etrafını saran bir kese vardır. Bu kesenin enfekte olması sonucunda komşu dişlerde etkilenerek kist oluşumuna neden olur. Nadiren, bir kist tedavi edilmez ise ciddi komplikasyonlara neden olur. YİRMİ YAŞ DİŞLERİ NE ZAMAN ÇEKİLMELİDİR? Yirmi yaş dişlerinin bir sorun çıkarttığında çekilmesini beklemek hatalıdır. Özellikle hamilelik düşünen bireyler bu planlarından önce bir panoramik film çektirip gömülü dişlerini aldırmalarında oldukça fayda vardır.  Tam anlamıyla sürmüş yerini almış 20 yaş dişlerinin doktor kontrolünde çekilip...