Mucormycosis or Zygomycosis is a very rare Fungal infection which is seen in patients who are immunocompromised or people who have low immunity. Now seen in COVID-19 or Coronavirus affected or recovering patients due to their reduced Immunity. The Mucor mold as they call it, is found commonly in soil, plants, manure, decaying fruits, vegetables, […]
Differences between INBDE vs NBDE Part 1 and Part 2 for DDS in USA
Foreign trained Dentists to practice Dentistry in USA need to clear an Examination – INBDE – Integrated National Board Dental Examination which is replacing the National Board Dental Examination (NBDE) Part I and Part II Examinations which was being conducted in the past. INBDE is a replacement or a combination of NBDE Part I and […]
Implant Corrected Kennedys Classification of Partially Edentulous Spaces
Partially Edentulous Maxillary and Mandibular Arches were classified by Dr. Edward Keneddy back in 1925 along with other classifications such as Bailyn and Skinner Classifications, the most popular one is Keneddy’s Classification which helps in not just explaining the situation of the arch but also helps in principles of design for a RPD. There is […]
How to Manage or Overcome Dental Anxiety – For Patients
Dental Anxiety is one of the most common types of fear regarding Doctors, there is another term which is used to describe this condition – “Dental Phobia“. It is commonly described by patients as – we become anxious before visiting a Dentist or before a Dental appointment, becoming sweaty while waiting for your Appointment. Dental […]
What is Dental Shadowing and How to apply for it?
Dental Shadowing or Predental Shadowing: A Student or International Dental Student who wishes to join a Dental School visiting a Dentist’s or Dental Clinic or office to observe from the sidelines and learn about the treatment procedures, dental terminology, techniques, how to deal with different scenarios, etc. This is called as Shadowing a dentist which […]
Coronavirus seen in the cells of the Oral Cavity – COVID-19 in Saliva
Coronavirus progression is being studied and according to an international team of scientists COVID-19 or SARS-CoV-2 is found to infect the cells of the mouth. It is known that Lungs and Upper Respiratory tract is the common site or Primary site of infection of the virus along with other less commonly affected parts like the […]
Oral Manifestations of COVID-19 or Coronavirus
COVID-19 or Coronavirus has affected the whole world for more than an year now, from its onset Dentists have been the most affected in terms of exposure to the virus along with the Oral Implications of it. Oral Manifestations of COVID-19 have been found to be one of the parameters which need to be dealt […]
Hypnodontics – Hypnosis Use in Dental Practice to Reduce Anxiety and Dental Phobia
Hypnosis in Dentistry is a lesser known concept to the General Dentists, but there has been positive feedback from patients and Dentists who have implemented Hypnosis in their Dental practice. Hypnosis in Dentistry is termed as “Hypnodontia” and it is used to relieve the patients of their Fear and Anxiety in general and also make […]
Classifications of Fixed Partial Dentures or Bridges
A Fixed Partial Denture is a prosthesis which is used to replace missing teeth by taking support from natural tooth or roots adjacent to the space. The FPD or bridge can be placed taking support from either a natural tooth or a Dental Implant supported Prosthesis. There are many types of Fixed partial dentures or […]
Bruxism – Causes, Symptoms and Treatment (Night or Day Grinding)
What is Bruxism? Definition: According to AAOFP bruxism is a diurnal or nocturnal parafunctional activity including clenching, bracing, gnashing and grinding of the teeth. Ramfjord 1996: As a habitual grinding of teeth where individual is not chewing or swallowing. Rubina 1986: Indicates a nonfunctional contact of teeth which may include clenching, gnashing, grinding and tapping […]
Dental Treatments During Pregnancy – Safe or Not?
Dental Visits during pregnancy are the most debated subject between Dental Associations and Obstetricians, Gynecologists and Pediatricians. Whether to visit a Dental Clinic and get Dental Treatments done or no?. Dental Associations and Gynecologists and Pediatricians all prefer Pregnant Women get a Dental Check up done during their pregnancy. There are certain specific Doubts or […]
Dental Drugs in Pregnancy – Safety and Contraindications
Use of Medications or Dental Drugs in Pregnancy is very complicated as both the mother and fetus are to be considered. In Dentistry the most commonly used Drugs are Analgesics, Antibiotics, Local Anesthetics and Sedatives, Antiprotozoal, Antifungal, Corticosteroids, Antacids, Antihistamines and Anti Allergens. It is important for every Dentist to keep in mind all the […]
Classification of Desensitizing Agents used in management of Dentin Hypersensitivity
Dentinal Hypersensitivity is one of the most common condition for which a patient visits a Dental clinic for, the most common cause of Hypersensitivity is exposed dentinal surfaces which can be due to many reasons. Although Hypersensitivity is seen more in elder patients due to their age related loss of Enamel surface, it can affect […]
Periodontal Curettes – Types, Uses Differences and Numbering
CURETTES: A Curette is a Surgical instrument used to remove deep subgingival calculus, root planning altered cementum and removing the soft tissue lining the periodontal pocket. The procedure of using a Curette is termed as Curettage which is the process of cleaning or scrapping the gingival wall of a Periodontal Pocket to remove infected or […]