In This Article, we explain what are Adhesive Bridges, their classifications and preparation.
Author: Dr. Mohsen Saeed Ozaibi
A female Egyptian Patient, 22 years old, came with a simple case of a missing two lower central and lower right lateral. the Simplest treatment was to do a single 2 unit bridge (all Ceramic, because the space is too small for three teeth we used a two unit design), the problem the preparation would eventually lead to exposure of the pulp, thus we needed a conservative treatment. Implants would be best, yet the patient was in a hurry because of her wedding was in 2 weeks. So we settled with A Ceramic fused to metal Adhesive bridge. So this was…
In this Article, We will start with a basic Comparison between common types of Oral Ulcers. The comparison will be in the Etiology , on the preceding lesion before the ulcers occurs and Recurrence. But first, we must understand what is an Ulcer. Definitions Ulcers: Is the complete loss of epithelium. Always Heals with a scar Erosion: is a superficial damage leading to partial loss of epithelium. No Scar Formation In The Comparison and previous image, the difference between an ulcer and erosion is quite easy to understand. Comparison By Etiology Etiology Examples Physical or Chemical Acid Burn,…
In This Article, We briefly explain the anatomy of Dental Enamel. Physical Characteristics Forms a protective covering (2 mm – knife edge). Forms a resistant covering (suitable for mastication). The hardest calcified tissue in human body. Brittle. The specific gravity is 2.8. Acts as semipermeable membrane. Color: yellowish white to grayish white.
This Article explains the contents of the NBDE part 1 Dental Anatomy section, Tips and guides. National Dental Board Exam Part 1 NBDE Part 1 Dental Anatomy Section This is the official list of topics indicated to study for the NBDE1 from ADA.org, you can also see a general idea about the grades distribution and major topics in my other article titled NBDE Part 1 – Exam Topics
In this article, we are presenting a collection of documents that can be used as a reference for the Saudi License Exam for dentists.
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June 2013, in this issue of Tri Dental Tips, we explain tips on how to remember to change your toothbrush, how exercise can be hazardous to your dental health and how to react to abnormalities you might find in your mouth. Tri Dental Tips Dental Tip 1 Everyone has to change there toothbrush at least once a month, but its hard to Remember when. My dental tip is simple, just buy a toothbrush every time you buy a new toothpaste tube. Statistically an average person finishes one toothpaste tube every 3 months ( that’s if the toothpaste is used for one…