Cleft lip, also called cleft lip, is a characteristic that some children are born with due to various factors. Both cleft lip and cleft palate, or a combination of both, occur during gestation: they are congenital, but that does not mean that they are always hereditary. It seems that taking folic acid supplements during pregnancy … Read more
It is estimated that between 10 and 15 percent of the population experience anxiety when they have to go to the dentist, which can lead them to cancel or postpone their appointment with the specialist and has negative effects on their oral and dental health. This fear usually originates from traumatic experiences. People who suffer … Read more
Fear of the dentist is common in the vast majority of society. When faced with a dental problem, the first thing that comes to mind is pain. This perception can become unhealthy and lead to phobias of the dentist, known as odontophobia. People who suffer from these phobias suffer consequences such as insomnia, crying in … Read more
Some dental clinics are introducing the use of virtual glasses in their practices to reassure patients. The lenses, which project images and emit sound, prevent the instruments and utensils in the dental office from being seen. In this way, the focus of attention is modified and the dentist can carry out his work without inconvenience. … Read more
The removable dental prosthesis is a fairly traditional dental replacement technique, although it is still widely used in dental practices. While the fixed prosthesis can only be removed by a dental specialist, the removable prosthesis can be removed from the mouth by the patient himself. Since the patient must put it in and take it … Read more
What is periodontal surgery? Periodontal surgery is a surgical technique that aims to control periodontal disease. The objective is to reach areas that are difficult to access in order to remove tartar and dental plaque. In addition, once this is solved, periradicular bone loss can be regenerated. Periodontal surgery is indicated in moderate to severe … Read more
“The best way to avoid gum disease is efficient daily oral hygiene, as well as regular check-ups to the professional”, Dr. Judith Fernandez. Periodontal disease is the leading cause of tooth loss in adults. It affects two thirds of patients over 18 years of age and 90% of the elderly. Bacterial plaque is the conclusive, … Read more
Fear of the dentist can be heightened by the particular odor of medical offices. Perceiving the smell of disinfectant and other medical products stimulates pain-related memories. For this reason, some dentists use balsamic therapies to mask it. Aromatherapy is a relaxation method used in dental practices to provoke a positive feeling of well-being in the … Read more
What is odontophobia and how does it manifest itself? Odontophobia, also called dentist panic, is what we call an extreme fear, an irrational fear of the dentist. We have to differentiate between normal fears, everyone is afraid of a threat such as having to put a needle in, or being hurt, but when we talk … Read more
The complete denture is one of the most desired and hated treatments by patients as it is perhaps the only immediate treatment that in some cases can help the patient to get out of the predicament of going without teeth, but it can also be a source of multiple difficulties of adaptation and discomfort. Actually, … Read more