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A rubber dam is a thin sheet of material that is used to isolate the desired tooth or teeth to: aid moisture control protect the patient’s airway aid operator visibility and access reduce aerosols caused by the air turbine handpiece provide patient comfort by reducing the amount of water and materials in the mouth 1. Rubber …
Dental Elevators are used to loosen and ‘elevate’ the teeth in their sockets prior to extraction. Care should be taken to avoid causing damage/trauma to nearby teeth while using elevators. PARTS OF AN DENTAL ELEVATOR Working end The working end is functional, elevating and retracting end of the elevator Single-ended The working end is adapted …
As the dental profession evolves, there is an increasing demand for supplementary material that can keep up with advancing trends. ‘Hands-on’ practical experience is essential for anyone in the dental profession, and this needs to be supplemented with written information to reinforce our practical experiences. A dental surgery contains instruments and equipment of various shapes, …
There is sufficient research evidence to support the claim that Cannabidiol (CBD) is an effective anti-inflammatory agent and painkiller. It also possesses antiseptic and antibacterial properties. Although the research on its application in dentistry is new, there is sufficient information available on how it helps alleviate toothache. Various properties of CBD oil lowers pain and …
A lot of people are wondering when will dental clinics in Ontario open. They are waiting to avail of the dental facilities so that they can undergo dental checkups. Keeping in mind the present condition in Ontario, dental clinics are yet to open. The provincial authority hasn’t announced anything related to dental facilities till now, …