Costa Rica is an attractive country from a holiday makers viewpoint and their medical field in addition has become an attraction to visitors too. Dental travel is a rising trend as the population of more major western states age and they are facing the decreasing dental benefits from their own government, corporate retirement plans or from annuity benefits that is the reason why they are heading outside of the country to places like Costa Rica...more
Taking out dental insurance and knowing you are at least somewhat covered in case you need to go to the dentist is a relief for many people. However, it is also important to know exactly what your dental insurance covers, how much your deductibles will be, what your co-pay fees will be, and what the limit is that the insurance plan will cover. Many people make the mistake of assuming that if they have dental insurance, meet the deductible, and...more
If you find yourself in the midst of a dental emergency, it is very important to know how to act and not to panic. Chances are, at some time in your life you will find yourself facing a dental emergency. No matter the case, it is helpful to remember that modern dentistry has made tremendous advances in reconstructive dentistry so no matter the problem, your dentist will be able to provide a solution. Types of Dental EmergenciesThere are many different situations that could be classified as dental emergencies. Here are a few of the most common problems:*Chipped or broken teeth. It is important to save any pieces that you can find. As soon as you can, rinse out your mouth using warm water. If your mouth is bleeding, apply a piece of gauze to the bleeding area until it stops. To reduce swelling, apply a cold compress to the outside of the mouth close to the area. See your dentist as soon as possible to repair the damaged tooth.*Knocked out tooth. Immediately retrieve the tooth, holding it by the crown and gently rinse the root if it is dirty. Put the tooth into a small container of milk or lightly salted water. Bring it to the dentist as soon as you can. Teeth that are reattached...more
MESA, AZ-Dr. Preethy Kunthara, Mesa dentist, hopes her patients will leave online reviews on Google, Yahoo, Yelp and Bing after they have visited her practice. By doing this, she hopes that other people will be provided with the information they need to decide on an effective dental provider. After her patients have left reviews online, other...more
Are your teeth not as white as you want them to be? Hesitant to smile because you are embarrassed by your teeth? It may be time to consider a teeth whitening procedure to restore your bright smile. Teeth whitening technology has gone through some great advances and today can be extremely effective in safely transforming your smile. There are a few...more
For years, the options are fairly limited in terms of replacement teeth. Many people were forced to use a fixed bridge or removable denture to restore the ability to eat, smile and speak clearly. Although these methods were technically efficient, were far from idealIt is made of titanium, primarily in the jaw bone fuses, these payments will never grow and make embarrassing noises, the advertisements that you need prosthesis. Bone loss is a common problem and the decay rate is zero. In fact, many patients implanted for the first time more than twenty years ago are still operating under optimal conditions. If successful, they have the ability to last a lifetime.An implant to replace one consists of three distinct parts:1. Titanium implant2. Pillar - it is over the portion of the tooth that protrudes from the gum.3.Crown - fitted onto the abutment to create a natural lookMany people missing teeth may opt for a single fixed bridge. Downfall here is that a bridge may require the felling of adjacent teeth that do not need food on the road. In addition, the potential replacement costs, as many bridges tend to wear over the years. Similarly, the addition of a partial denture removal proved...more
Some people realize the benefits of having dental insurance but have a hard time understanding how it all works. Every dental plan is different depending on the insurance provider. There are some terms used in dental plans that are the same across...more
Who are the people working in a dental office? Apart from the dentist, there is also the dental assistant (DA) who ushers you in to the clinic and makes you feel comfortable until the dentist is ready to attend to you. The dental assistant performs...more
All kinds of dental issues are attended by dental practitioners. They are unable to only take care of a person's teeth but additionally other issues namely inflamed gums, sore mouth, unique odor etc. It is usually easier to have routine dental...more
Many people suffer from embarrassment and frustration due to yellowing teeth. They may feel unwilling to smile or will hide their teeth behind their hand when smiling. They will be concerned about what other people think and or how other people will...more
There are many people who believe that using teeth whitening gel can help you to look younger. Teeth can become stained or even discolored from coffee, tea, tobacco, food residue and also from plaque buildup as well as just from age throughout your...more
Let's face it - one of the first things you may notice about another person is their smile. When you meet someone with a bright, natural smile, it catches your attention immediately. Is your smile ready to be shown off? Is it a smile you can be proud...more