Wondering what's really happening during a root canal (RCT) appointment? Let's watch a RCT procedure while I explain what to expect throughout the appointment!
Monday, October 21, 2024
Friday, October 18, 2024
Dental Clinical Terms : Yeast
A general term for a fungus occurring as a unicellular, nucleated organism that usually reproduces by budding. Some yeasts may reproduce by fission, many producing mycelia or pseudomycelia.
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Tuesday, October 15, 2024
Dental Clinical Terms : Xerostomia
Decreased salivary secretion that produces a dry and sometimes burning sensation of the oral mucosa and/or cervical caries.
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Saturday, October 12, 2024
How To Use A Waterpik (without making a mess)
Water flossers can seem challenging to use at first, and many people find them messy. However, once you get the hang of it, they're definitely worth it! The benefits for your gum health are incredible!
Wednesday, October 9, 2024
Dental Clinical Terms : Wax Pattern
A wax form that is the positive likeness of an object to be fabricated.
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Sunday, October 6, 2024
Dental Clinical Terms : Viral Culture
A collection of specimen for the purpose of incubating a virus for identification.
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Thursday, October 3, 2024
5 Dental Mistakes That Make Your Dental Hygienist Cringe
These 5 mistakes are ruining your dental health: brushing with charcoal, not brushing for the full 2 minutes, not brushing before bed, flossing using the see-saw method, and trying to scale your own teeth! Let's talk!
Monday, September 30, 2024
Dental Clinical Terms : Vertical Dimension
The vertical height of the face with the teeth in occlusion or acting as stops.
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Friday, September 27, 2024
Dental Clinical Terms : Vertical Bitewing
A dental image with a central projection on which the teeth can close, holding it in a vertical position for the radiographic examination of several upper and lower teeth simultaneously.
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Tuesday, September 24, 2024
Why is Public Water Fluoridated?
Community water fluoridation is so effective at preventing tooth decay that it has been named as one of the top 10 great public health achievements. 70+ years of research, thousands of studies, and the experience of more than 210 million Americans tell us that water fluoridation is safe and effective in preventing cavities.
Fluoride in water at the recommended levels is not toxic. Toxicity relates to dose. Extremely large doses of ANYTHING can be toxic. If you're still worried about fluoride, please check the last two sources (scroll to the links below). These sources explain how studies can be cherry-picked and misinterpreted. They highlight issues such as undermining claims, failing to establish cause-and-effect relationships, and noting significant limitations.
Saturday, September 21, 2024
Dental Clinical Terms : Unerupted
Tooth/teeth that have not penetrated into the oral cavity.
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Wednesday, September 18, 2024
Dental Clinical Terms : Trismus
Restricted ability to open the mouth, usually due to inflammation or fibrosis of the muscles of mastication.
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Sunday, September 15, 2024
How to Use Floss Picks Like a Dental Hygienist
In my 'How to Use a Floss Pick the Right Way' video, I demonstrated the technique using a model/fake mouth. But many of you asked to see how it's done in a real mouth for better understanding. So, here's a demonstration using a floss pick in my own mouth to show you exactly how to do it in real life. Hope this helps!
Thursday, September 12, 2024
Dental Clinical Terms : Treatment Plan
The sequential guide for the patient's care as determined by the dentist's diagnosis and is used by the dentist for the restoration to and/or maintenance of optimal oral health.
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Monday, September 9, 2024
Dental Clinical Terms : Transplantation of Tooth
Transfer of a tooth from one socket to another, either in the same or a different person.
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Friday, September 6, 2024
Does Hydrogen Peroxide Whiten Teeth?
Swishing with diluted hydrogen peroxide is probably fine, however over-swishing with concentrated hydrogen peroxide can be detrimental to your mouth. Tiktokers have started a new trend to "whiten" their teeth by swishing daily for 30 minutes.... and it's not a good idea! Let's talk about why!
Monday, September 2, 2024
Saturday, August 31, 2024
Why Does THIS Build Up On Your Teeth?
Let's talk about the differences between plaque and tartar on teeth, as well as how it can be prevented and removed! Dental plaque vs tartar explained.
Wednesday, August 28, 2024
Dental Clinical Terms : Tooth Bounded Space
A space created by one or more missing teeth that has a tooth on each side.
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Sunday, August 25, 2024
Dental Clinical Terms : Tomography
An X-ray technique that produces an image representing a detailed cross section of tissue structures at a predetermined depth.
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Thursday, August 22, 2024
What's Happening At Your Child's Dental Cleaning Appointment?
Wondering what to expect at your child's teeth cleaning at the dentist? Let's walk through, step-by-step, a pediatric dental appointment.
Monday, August 19, 2024
Dental Clinical Terms : Tissue Conditioning
Material intended to be placed in contact with tissues, for a limited period, with the aim of assisting the return to a healthy condition.
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Friday, August 16, 2024
Dental Clinical Terms : Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction (TMD or TMJD)
Abnormal functioning of temporomandibular joint; also refers to symptoms arising in other areas secondary to the dysfunction.
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Tuesday, August 13, 2024
Time To Ditch Fluoride Toothpaste?
Worried about fluoride toothpaste being "toxic"? Please know that EVERYTHING can be toxic at a certain dose. Even the oxygen we breathe can be toxic at a certain dose. If there were too much oxygen in the air, our lungs wouldn’t be able to handle it. Fluoride, like oxygen, is not toxic at the levels we are exposed to.
Saturday, August 10, 2024
Dental Clinical Terms : Temporary Removable Denture
An interim prosthesis designed for use over limited period of time.
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Wednesday, August 7, 2024
Dental Clinical Terms : Space Maintainer
A passive appliance, usually cemented in place, that holds teeth in position.
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Sunday, August 4, 2024
How To Stop A Toothache And Get Out Of Pain Fast
I call this the 3-3-3 method for getting out of tooth pain fast, until you can see your dentist to do something about the toothache. Be sure to discuss with your doctor or dentist before you take ibuprofen (the generic name for Advil) and remember that tooth pain almost never goes away on its own -- if you're in pain, you'll have to see a dentist.
Thursday, August 1, 2024
Dental Clinical Terms : Simple Fracture
Break in bone which is not exposed to external contamination.
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Monday, July 29, 2024
Dental Clinical Terms : Sealant
A resinous material designed to be applied to the occlusal surfaces of posterior teeth to prevent occlusal caries.
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Friday, July 26, 2024
Dental Sealants at the Dentist
Dental sealants are protective coatings we put in areas that are especially prone to cavities. They’re usually covered by insurance and only take a few minutes to apply. It’s best to put sealants on permanent molars as soon as they erupt. But since they’re not permanent, you might need occasional touch-ups and have to avoid really sticky foods that can pull them off of your teeth. Let's talk about what to expect when getting a sealant placed at the dentist!
Tuesday, July 23, 2024
Dental Clinical Terms : Rubber Dam
A barrier technique used to prevent the passage of saliva or moisture, or to provide an isolated operative field.
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Saturday, July 20, 2024
Dental Clinical Terms : Root Canal
The portion of the pulp cavity inside the root of a tooth; the chamber within the root of the tooth that contains the pulp.
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Wednesday, July 17, 2024
Dentists vs Dental Hygienists
Trying to decide between becoming a dentist or becoming a dental hygienist? This video will go over the differences in schooling (dental school versus dental hygiene school), career, salary, lifestyle, and more!
Sunday, July 14, 2024
Dental Clinical Terms : Root
The anatomic portion of the tooth that is covered by cementum and is located in the alveolus (socket) where it is attached by the periodontal apparatus; radicular portion of tooth.
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Thursday, July 11, 2024
Dental Clinical Terms : Retrograde Filling
A method of sealing the root canal by preparing and filling it from the root apex.
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Monday, July 8, 2024
Dental Root Canal Step By Step
Let's watch a root canal procedure! A root canal procedure is one of the best ways to preserve an abscessed or dying tooth. Your dentist or endodontist will clean the tooth out, seal it off, then top it off with a crown. The overall length and root canal cost will depend on how many roots are involved. The best thing to do is talk to your dentist or endodontist for an itemized care plan!
Thursday, July 4, 2024
Tuesday, July 2, 2024
Dental Clinical Terms : Retainer
orthodontic retainer–Appliance to stabilize teeth following orthodontic treatment.
prosthodontic retainer–A part of a prosthesis that attaches a denture to an abutment tooth, implant abutment, or implant body.
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Saturday, June 29, 2024
How A Dentist Fills A Cavity
What's really happening in your mouth when the dentist is filling a cavity? This video shows the steps that dentists may take to remove the dental decay and fill in the cavity with a composite restoration! Dental fillings are the first line of defensive restoration used to stop and correct the damage caused by tooth decay! They’re used on people of all ages, from young children to mature adults. Since cavities are one of the most common oral diseases behind gum disease, getting a filling is quite a routine ordeal!
Wednesday, June 26, 2024
Dental Clinical Terms : Recalcification
Procedure used to encourage biologic root repair of external and internal resorption defects.
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Sunday, June 23, 2024
Dental Clinical Terms : Radiograph
An image or picture produced on a radiation sensitive film, phosphorous plate, emulsion
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Thursday, June 20, 2024
These 4 Things Can SAVE Your GUMS (You Still Have Time!)
If you have gingivitis, then you still have time to save your gums! This video goes over ways to improve the health of your gums (including which toothbrush to use, the importance of a water flosser, and wearing a night guard to bed...especially if you suspect that you clench or grind your teeth).
Sunday, June 16, 2024
Friday, June 14, 2024
Dental Clinical Terms : Dental, Fixed, Removable, Interim & Removable Prosthesis
dental prosthesis–Any device or appliance replacing one or more missing teeth and/or, if required, associated structures. (This is a broad term which includes abutment crowns and abutment inlays/onlays, bridges, dentures, obturators, gingival prostheses.)
fixed prosthesis–Non-removable dental prosthesis which is solidly attached to abutment teeth, roots or implants.
fixed-removable prosthesis–Combined prosthesis, one or more parts of which are fixed, and the other(s) attached by devices which allow their detachment, removal and reinsertion by the dentist only.
interim prosthesis–A provisional prosthesis designed for use over a limited period of time, after which it is to be replaced by a more definitive restoration.
removable prosthesis–Complete or partial prosthesis, which after an initial fitting by a dentist, can be removed and reinserted by the patient.
See more, here.
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Tuesday, June 11, 2024
10x Whiter Teeth With This Simple Trick (Dental Hygienist Explains)
Want white teeth? Let's talk about how to make your teeth whiter and make it last longer!
Saturday, June 8, 2024
Dental Clinical Terms : Prophylaxis
Removal of plaque, calculus and stains from the tooth structures. It is intended to control local irritational factors.
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Wednesday, June 5, 2024
Dental Clinical Terms : Preventive Dentistry
Aspects of dentistry concerned with promoting good oral health and function by preventing or reducing the onset and/or development of oral diseases or deformities and the occurrence of oro-facial injuries.
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Sunday, June 2, 2024
If You Have Bad Breath, Do This!
Wanting to get rid of your chronic bad breath? You need to find the cause and fix the cause! Let's talk about how to do that!
Thursday, May 30, 2024
Dental Clinical Terms : Premedication
The use of medications prior to dental procedures.
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Monday, May 27, 2024
Friday, May 24, 2024
If You Have Gum Disease... Do This!
If you have gum disease, let's talk about what you need to do! Gingivitis can be reversed, whereas periodontitis cannot. Either way -- it's important to keep up with your home care to improve and/or maintain the health of your gums!
Tuesday, May 21, 2024
Dental Clinical Terms : Porcelain/Ceramic
Refers to materials containing predominantly inorganic refractory compounds including porcelains, glasses, ceramics, and glass-ceramics.
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Saturday, May 18, 2024
Dental Clinical Terms : Plaque
A soft sticky substance that accumulates on teeth composed largely of bacteria and bacterial derivatives.
See more, here.
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Wednesday, May 15, 2024
5 Ways to Keep Your Teeth Safe While Eating
Let's talk about ways to protect your teeth while eating, including avoiding fermentable carbohydrates and acidic foods, paying attention to the order in which you eat certain foods, chewing xylitol gum after meals, and using a straw when drinking sugary beverages!
Sunday, May 12, 2024
Thursday, May 9, 2024
Dental Clinical Terms : Pin
A small rod, cemented or driven into dentin to aid in retention of a restoration.
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Monday, May 6, 2024
Teeth Cleaning With Stain & Tartar
Let's watch a teeth cleaning at the dentist on a patient who has stain and tartar buildup!
Friday, May 3, 2024
Dental Clinical Terms : Periodontitis
Inflammation and loss of the connective tissue of the supporting or surrounding structure of teeth with loss of attachment.
See more, here.
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Tuesday, April 30, 2024
Dental Clinical Terms : Periodontics & Periodontist
Periodontics is that specialty of dentistry which encompasses the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the supporting and surrounding tissues of the teeth or their substitutes and the maintenance of the health, function and esthetics of these structures and tissues.
A dental specialist whose practice is limited to the treatment of diseases of the supporting and surrounding tissues of the teeth.
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Saturday, April 27, 2024
Are Oral Piercings Worth The Risk?
Let's talk about oral piercings and how they can affect your oral health. In addition, we'll also go over 7 ways to care for your oral piercings to reduce the chance of infection.
Wednesday, April 24, 2024
Dental Clinical Terms : Periodontal Disease
Inflammatory process of the gingival tissues and/or periodontal membrane of the teeth, resulting in an abnormally deep gingival sulcus, possibly producing periodontal pockets and loss of supporting alveolar bone.
See more, here.
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Sunday, April 21, 2024
Dental Clinical Terms : Periodontal
Pertaining to the supporting and surrounding tissues of the teeth.
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Thursday, April 18, 2024
Should You Skip The Dentist? (Are Teeth Cleanings Necessary?)
Routine dental cleanings are necessary preventative appointments! Not only do they prevent you from needing restorative work in the future (such as fillings, crowns, root canals, etc) but they also save you MONEY in the long run!
Monday, April 15, 2024
Dental Clinical Terms : Periapical Radiograph
A radiograph made by the intraoral placement of film, phosphorous plate, emulsion or digital sensor, for disclosing the apices of the teeth.
See more, here.
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Friday, April 12, 2024
Dental Clinical Terms : Partial Denture
Usually refers to a prosthetic device that replaces missing teeth. See fixed partial denture or removable partial denture.
See more, here.
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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
Are Dentures BETTER Than Real Teeth?
Although many people think that it will be easier caring for dentures than real teeth... it is NOT easier! The goal is to PREVENT ever needing dentures! Let's talk about why & how!
Saturday, April 6, 2024
Dental Clinical Terms : Panoramic Radiograph
An extraoral projection whereby the entire mandible, maxilla, teeth and other nearby structures are portrayed on a single image, as if the jaws were flattened out.
See more, here.
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Wednesday, April 3, 2024
Dental Clinical Terms : Palate
The hard and soft tissues forming the roof of the mouth that separates the oral and nasal cavities.
See more, here.
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Sunday, March 31, 2024
7 Things That Dental Hygienists Wish You'd STOP Doing!
Wondering what dental hygienists wish you'd STOP doing? This video goes over all the things you're doing wrong! Including: flossing with the see-saw motion, using an electric toothbrush like a manual toothbrush, using a mouthwash for no reason, eating chips instead of candy, using your teeth for things other than eating food, and not wearing a night guard!
Thursday, March 28, 2024
Dental Clinical Terms : Oral Diagnosis
The determination by a dentist of the oral health condition of an individual patient achieved through the evaluation of data gathered by means of history taking, direct examination, patient conference, and such clinical aids and tests as may be necessary in the judgment of the dentist.
See more, here.
707-453-1776
1001 Nut Tree Rd, Ste 230
Vacaville, CA 95687
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Monday, March 25, 2024
Dental Clinical Terms : Odontoplasty
Adjustment of tooth length, size, and/or shape; includes removal of enamel projections.
See more, here.
707-453-1776
1001 Nut Tree Rd, Ste 230
Vacaville, CA 95687
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