FDA or US Food and Drug Administration has approved an Epinephrine nasal spray a first of its kind which can be used in emergency treatments for severe allergic reactions. This can be a great alternative to the traditional methods which involve using iv or im routes of administration. This is also a very fast acting […]
Role of Asthma Inhaler in Tooth Decay and Dental Erosion
Use of Anti-asthmatic Inhalers has been linked to Dental Erosion, Dry Mouth, increased risk of caries, periodontal disease and in some cases Oral Candidiasis (due to use of Corticosteriods). The side effects of the inhalers are caused due to the various types of drugs used for Asthma such as – Inhaled corticosteroids, inhaled beta2-agonists, inhaled […]
Analgesics after Tooth Extraction – Types and Dosage
Tooth extraction is a minor Surgical procedure which involves removal of a Tooth from Soft and Hard Tissue (Bone) which tend to cause Post Operative Pain and discomfort, to control such pain Dentists prescribe Analgesics depending on the type of procedure performed. The pain associated with Tooth Extraction ranges from moderate to Severe depending on […]
Artificial Enamel – Stronger and Durable finds other uses beyond Medicine
Researchers have successfully designed artificial Enamel in their lab, which might not be used in repairing or replacing lost Enamel on natural teeth but can be used in other areas beyond medicine. Artificial Enamel can be used in creating Body armor, stronger body for Vehicles, hardening surfaces of many appliances and even in building materials […]
How Artificial Intelligence is becoming part of Dentistry
Artificial Intelligence is slowly turning out to be an integral part of our everyday life. Right from the simple Google search you do to complicated stuff such as Scientific, Medical and also Robots roaming the face of other planets, AI which was touted to be the future is now slowly becoming the present. And Dentistry […]
4 Home Remedies for Toothache – Tooth pain, Wisdom Tooth pain, Tooth Abscess
Tooth pain is one of the most painful conditions which many patients say is the most severe pain they have ever experienced. In some situations when you are not in a position to visit a Dentist or get hold of any Analgesics and want to reduce pain, we will be sharing the 4 Best Home […]
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 […]
Periodontal Disease linked to higher incidence of Cancers in Stomach or Esophagus
Researchers is US have found that people with gastric or Stomach and esophageal cancer have either Periodontal Disease or have had previous history of tooth loss due to loosening of teeth (Periodontitis). It was earlier reported that the two Periodontal or Gum disease and Gut cancers may be inter-related but the findings were termed inconclusive, […]
Does Clove Oil for Toothache work?
Clove Oil has been recommended by our elders long before there were any medicines to help in relieving Toothache from hundreds of years and Does Clove Oil for Toothache work ?? question is answered by YES, but only as a temporary solution. So let us look at the science behind the use of Clove oil […]
Antibiotic Prophylaxis in Dental Treatments after Joint (Knee or Hip) Replacement Surgery – New updates
Orthopedic Surgeons and Dental surgeons mention that after having a knee replacement surgery it is important to not have any invasive dental treatments involving surgical procedures performed on the patient for a time period of 8-12 weeks. This is to make sure that no bacteria from the site of surgical procedure travels to the prosthetic […]
Scientists develop Enamel Repairing Gel by biomimetic mineralization
Enamel is the hardest biological tissue in the human body and mimicking the structure artificially has proven impossible due to its complex nature. Team of Scientists at China’s Zhejiang University and Jiujiang Research Institute have published an article in Science Advances stating their findings about a gel which has helped repair Enamel in a lab […]
Antibacterial Fillings to prevent Recurrent Tooth Decay or Cavities
Dental Fillings are the most common treatment followed in Dental Clinics which can be either as a preventive measure or after an invasion by Dental caries. There have been cases where recurring caries is seen after a Restoration which can be tackled by using a antibacterial restoration which can kill or prevent any bacteria growing […]
Dental Anesthesiology recognized as the 10th Dental Specialty
Dentistry has a 10th dental specialty, “Dental Anesthesiology” which was recognized by the National Commission on Recognition of Dental Specialties and Certifying Boards. The National Commission adopted a resolution on March 11 based on an application from the American Society of Dentist Anesthesiologists which requested Dental Anesthesiology to be recognized as a separate Dental specialty. […]
Tooth loss and Gum Diseases in older women linked to High blood Pressure
Keeping your teeth and gums healthy in post-menopausal women has been directly linked to developing hypertension or high blood pressure. According to a research, women who keep their teeth and gums healthy can considerably lower the risk of developing high blood pressure. A study which included 35,000 women who were monitored annually for two decades […]