Only for alumni of University of University of Toronto - Faculty of Dentistry
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When a tooth persistently throbs and keeps you up at night with pain, it could be something more worrisome than a simple toothache. An abscessed tooth is an infection within a tooth that has spread to the root tip or around the root. This infection originates from the tooth's inner chamber, which is called the "pulp chamber." Contained within the pulp chamber are blood vessels and nerves, collectively called the "pulp." Prior to the formation of an abscess, the tooth has essentially lost its ability to fight off infection, and bacteria are able to invade the pulp chamber and multiply. As the bacteria multiply, the bacterial infection usually spreads from the pulp chamber and exits through the bottom of the root into the bone. The abscess is a collection of pus that is made up of dead white blood cells, tissue debris, and bacteria.
A tooth abscess differs from a gum abscess by the source of the original infection. The tooth abscess (or "periapical abscess") originates from the pulp of the tooth and exits out the tooth's apex at the bottom of the root. A gum abscess (or "periodontal abscess") starts in a gum pocket outside of the tooth next to the root from gum disease. Treatment will depend on where the infection originates.
Only for alumni of Arizona School of Dentistry and Oral Health
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Only for alumni of Auckland University of Technology Dental School
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Discussion Group for Bad Breath
Bad breath, also known as Halitosis, may be a result of poor dental health habits and may be a sign of other health problems. Bad breath can also be made worse by the types of foods you eat and other unhealthy lifestyle habits.
Only for alumni of Barts and the London School of Medicine and Dentistry
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Only for alumni of Boston University Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine
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Only for alumni of Bristol Dental School University of Bristol
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Teeth Grinding (Bruxism)
What is teeth grinding?
Teeth grinding is a condition whereby one excessively grinds or clenches their teeth. Typically grinding and clenching occurs mostly when sleeping but some individuals may grind and clench during the day also. Teeth grinding is also referred to as bruxism.
What are the dangers of teeth grinding?
Teeth grinding can create numerous problems such as local muscular pain, headaches, loss of tooth structure, gum recession, loose teeth, shortening of teeth, tooth sensitivity, cracked and broken teeth, damage to the bone structure of the jaw joint with temporomandibular joint syndrome (TMJ syndrome), and even facial changes. Children that grind due to a breathing airway problem can have developmental issues.
What causes teeth grinding?
The exact cause of teeth grinding is not totally understood and there are numerous different theories. However, there is a link to breathing airway issues, such as sleep apnea, jaw posture positions, tooth position, dental work that has changed jaw position or tooth positions, abnormal bite, trauma, repetitive strain, lifestyle activities, as well as emotional and developmental issues.
Discussion and Updates on CAD/CAM Fixed and Removable Prosthodontics
Only for alumni of University of Case Western Reserve University School of Dental Medicine
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Dental cavities are holes in teeth caused by tooth decay. Cavities are also referred to as caries.
What are microcavities?
Teeth are in an environment of constant acid attack that strips the teeth of important minerals and breaks the teeth down. While this attack is constantly occurring, minerals are also be constantly replenished through mineral-rich saliva and fluoridated water and toothpaste. In addition to fluoride, calcium and phosphate also help to remineralize enamel. When the demineralization starts and is confined to the outermost layer of enamel, it is called a microcavity, or incipient cavity. These types of cavities rarely need anything more than very conservative treatment. Only when the cavity breaks through the enamel layer and into the dentin does it really threaten the tooth. So when these microcavities are detected, it is best to try a remineralization protocol to see if they can be reversed instead of jumping to a filling right away. A dentist will help in determining the most effective conservative treatment for these early cavities.
The dentist's goal is to achieve a healthy balance between prevention and restoration. It is a balance between being proactive and reactive. The dentist doesn't want to be so proactive that he is recommending things that don't need to be done -- preventing problems that realistically never would have occurred. But he doesn't want to be so reactive that he simply watches small problems become big problems. One mistake people often make is waiting for pain to dictate the timing of treatment. Once a tooth starts hurting, it is often too late for remineralization or a small filling. Pain usually indicates a need for root canal treatment, a crown, or tooth extraction. There is some variability in how dentists will treat microcavities and when they determine a filling is necessary. Some people are more prone to caries than others. Analyzing one's history of cavities, current diet, and oral hygiene may lead the dentist to be more aggressive or more conservative with his recommendations. This is why it is important that each person finds a dentist that echoes his or her own philosophy regarding aggressive versus conservative dental treatment.
Regardless of the dentist, regular returns to the dentist are key to being conservative so the cavity can be monitored and treated before it grows too much. Small cavities can become root canals within a year under the right circumstances. As a cavity grows, more tooth structure is lost. Lost tooth structure leads to a greater likelihood of fractured teeth, recurrent decay, and tooth loss. When possible, one is always better off getting a small filling than ending up with a large filling, a root canal, or a crown.
Only for alumni of Charles Sturt University School of Dentistry
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Only for alumni of University of Columbia University College of Dental Medicine
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Only for alumni of University of Creighton University School of Dentistry
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This Private Group is for Owners of Dental Clinics in Malaysia. You may be required to show documents to prove your ownership of the dental clinics.
Discussions and Updates on Dental Disease Psychology and Dental Care
Anything about Dental Health for Senior Citizens - Discussion and Updates
Dental Locum in Johor
1. This is a specific closed group created for Dentist to look for locum and also to post for dental locum vacancies in Johor.
2. No other dental or non-dental related posting/ advertisements/ marketing/ messages are allowed. This group is moderated by the System Admin and housekeeping work will be executed regularly.
3. For jobs (Dentist, Admin/Clerk, Nurses), please post it under the Dental Jobs section.
Dental Locum in Kuala Lumpur
1. This is a specific closed group created for Dentist to look for locum and also to post for dental locum vacancies in Kuala Lumpur.
2. No other dental or non-dental related posting/ advertisements/ marketing/ messages are allowed. This group is moderated by the System Admin and housekeeping work will be executed regularly.
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Dental Locum in Malaysia
1. This is a specific closed group created for Dentist to look for locum and also to post for dental locum vacancies in Malaysia.
2. No other dental or non-dental related posting/ advertisements/ marketing/ messages are allowed. This group is moderated by the System Admin and housekeeping work will be executed regularly.
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Dental Locum in Penang
1. This is a specific closed group created for Dentist to look for locum and also to post for dental locum vacancies in Penang.
2. No other dental or non-dental related posting/ advertisements/ marketing/ messages are allowed. This group is moderated by the System Admin and housekeeping work will be executed regularly.
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Dental Locum in Perak
1. This is a specific closed group created for Dentist to look for locum and also to post for dental locum vacancies in Perak.
2. No other dental or non-dental related posting/ advertisements/ marketing/ messages are allowed. This group is moderated by the System Admin and housekeeping work will be executed regularly.
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Dental Locum in Sabah
1. This is a specific closed group created for Dentist to look for locum and also to post for dental locum vacancies in Sabah.
2. No other dental or non-dental related posting/ advertisements/ marketing/ messages are allowed. This group is moderated by the System Admin and housekeeping work will be executed regularly.
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Dental Locum in Sarawak
1. This is a specific closed group created for Dentist to look for locum and also to post for dental locum vacancies in Sarawak.
2. No other dental or non-dental related posting/ advertisements/ marketing/ messages are allowed. This group is moderated by the System Admin and housekeeping work will be executed regularly.
3. For jobs (Dentist, Admin/Clerk, Nurses), please post it under the Dental Jobs section.
Dental Locum in Selangor
1. This is a specific closed group created for Dentist to look for locum and also to post for dental locum vacancies in Selangor.
2. No other dental or non-dental related posting/ advertisements/ marketing/ messages are allowed. This group is moderated by the System Admin and housekeeping work will be executed regularly.
3. For jobs (Dentist, Admin/Clerk, Nurses), please post it under the Dental Jobs section.
Dentin: The hard tissue of the tooth that surrounds the central core of nerves and blood vessels (pulp).
Group for Dentists in Australia to exchange views and knowledge.
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Group for Dentists in Austria to exchange views and knowledge.
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Group for Dentists in Belgium to exchange views and knowledge.
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Group for Dentists in Canada to exchange views and knowledge.
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Group for Dentists in Denmark to exchange views and knowledge.
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Group for Dentists in Finland to exchange views and knowledge.
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Group for Dentists in France to exchange views and knowledge.
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Group for Dentists in Germany to exchange views and knowledge.
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Group for Dentists in India to exchange views and knowledge.
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Group for Dentists in Indonesia to exchange views and knowledge.
This private group is only for registered and verified dentists practicing in Indonesia.
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Group for Dentists in Ireland to exchange views and knowledge.
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This private group is only for registered and verified dentists practicing in Malaysia.
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Group for Dentists in Netherlands to exchange views and knowledge.
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Group for Dentists in New Zealand to exchange views and knowledge.
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Group for Dentists in Norway to exchange views and knowledge.
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Group for Dentists in Philippines to exchange views and knowledge.
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Group for Dentists in Singapore to exchange views and knowledge.
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Group for Dentists in South Africa to exchange views and knowledge.
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Group for Dentists in Sweden to exchange views and knowledge.
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Group for Dentists in Thailand to exchange views and knowledge.
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Group for Dentists in United Kingdom to exchange views and knowledge.
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Group for Dentists in United States to exchange views and knowledge.
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Group for Dentists in Vietnam to exchange views and knowledge.
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Only for alumni of University of East Carolina University School of Dental Medicine
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Only for alumni of Edinburgh Dental Institute University of Edinburgh
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Only for alumni of University of Faculté de médecine dentaire, Université de Montréal
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Only for alumni of University of Faculté de médecine dentaire, Université Laval
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