Browsing: Dentistry (Odontology)

Many have decided that the only alternative is to do it themselves – with mixed results. Tutorial videos on YouTube and TikTok garner hundreds of thousands…

Representative file image. | Photography: KR Deepak The death of a young child (three years old) after a root canal in Kerala recently has prompted parents…

There are three main types of dental bridges: traditional fixed bridges, cantilever bridges, and Maryland bonded bridges. Each is described in more detail below, as well…

Recently developed automated methodologies use routinely collected data Periodontal disease is a growing public health issue in the United States as the nation’s population ages, yet…

An orthodontist should work with your family to treat dental and facial features that may affect your child’s well-being and smile. (Image: Adobe Stock/Image: Patrick Bibbins,…

If you were to go to a dentist’s office, you might find a wide gap between those who are against the use of fluoride treatments and…

As a child, I wore a retainer for a few years because I had a severe overbite. I still do, although I can no longer stick…

Dental hygienist Steven Scannell discusses his teeth whitening experience and offers his top tips. When you look at global teeth whitening trends, there is no doubt…

Braces are often associated with teenage growing pains, acne and bad haircuts. But the market for adult braces is booming. Currently, about 32% of patients undergoing…

FALLS CHURCH, Va. – Caring for your child’s oral health can be a stressful task. The decisions you make can affect their oral health for a…