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Restorative Dentistry
84 articles on restorative dentistry from our team.
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Restorative Dentistry
Development of Enamel Formation
Enamel formation is part of the overall process of tooth development. Under a microscope, different cellular aggregations are identifiable within the tissues…
· 3 min read
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Restorative Dentistry
What is Tooth Enamel?
Tooth enamel is one of the four major tissues that make up the tooth in humans and many other animals, including some species of fish. It makes up the…
· 2 min read
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Restorative Dentistry
Signs and Symptoms of Tooth Decay
A person experiencing caries may not be aware of the disease. The earliest sign of a new carious lesion is the appearance of a chalky white spot on the…
· 1 min read
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Restorative Dentistry
Tooth Decay
Tooth decay, also known as cavities or caries, is the breakdown of teeth due to acids produced by bacteria. The cavities may be a number of different colors…
· 2 min read
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Restorative Dentistry
Dental Radiography
Dental radiographs are commonly called X-rays. Dentists use radiographs for many reasons: to find hidden dental structures, malignant or benign masses, bone…
· 2 min read
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Restorative Dentistry
What is a Dental Technician?
A dental technologist (dental laboratory technician) is a member of the dental team who, upon prescription from a dental clinician, constructs custom-made…
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Restorative Dentistry
What is a Dentist?
A dentist, also known as a dental surgeon, is a health care professional who specializes in dentistry (the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of diseases…
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Restorative Dentistry
What is a Filling?
Dental restoration, dental fillings, or simply fillings, are treatments used to restore the function, integrity, and morphology of missing tooth structure…
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Restorative Dentistry
What is a crown?
In dentistry, a crown most commonly refers to a dental cap, a type of dental restoration that completely caps or encircles a tooth or dental implant. A crown…
· 1 min read
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Restorative Dentistry
Fillings
Replace your old, blackened mercury fillings with the new, safe tooth-colored replacements. These advanced materials make your mouth look and feel natural…
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Restorative Dentistry
Dead Tooth: Signs and Symptoms
Discoloration: A dead tooth often looks yellow, grey, or slightly black. Smell: A dead tooth sometimes smells bad or causes a bad taste in your mouth. This…
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Restorative Dentistry
What You Need to Know About Childhood Cavities
Pain around the tooth and gums when eating or brushing; A new or increased sensitivity to hot or cold food or drinks; Consistent bad breath; Visible white…
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