For a restorative dentist as well as an Endodontist, the dental operating microscope offers a large number of benefits such as: improved diagnosis especially in case of cracked teeth; better visualization of pulp chamber, root canal orifices and calcifications present; identification of complex root canal systems; effective cleaning and shaping and its visualization thereafter; improved control...

Dental caries occurs due to the demineralization of tooth structure caused by microorganisms in colonies called biofilms. One involved dental is Streptococcus mutans. Oral mouthwash, addition mechanical cleaning, known prevent growth oral microorganisms. Mangosteen as an anti-cancer ingredient with high anti-bacterial properties. This study aims identify effectiveness mangosteen skin extract (G...

herbal extracts have been successfully used in dentistry as tooth cleaning and antimicrobial plaque agents. the aim of this study was to evaluate the clinical effects of a dental gel containing barberry extracts (from berberis vulgaris) on gingivitis and microbial plaque control. a double blind clinical trial study was conducted in a dormitory on 45 boys aged 11-12 years having the same socioec...

Dental and oral hygiene is a condition in which the teeth cavity are clean, free from plaque , debris, tartar food scraps on surface of as well no bad breath. By cleaning debris left between teeth, dental can be achieved properly. Health maintenance requires supporting facilities that help attempt to improve degree health, one by use media. Media or props aids for promotion health seen, heard, ...

PURPOSE The purpose of this study was to assess the periodicity of the recall examination and frequency and most often used technique for cleaning children's teeth. The resulting data were compared to current scientific evidence and recommendations to determine the appropriateness of practices by board-certified pediatric dentists. METHODS A 28-item questionnaire was mailed to the 1,034 membe...

INTRODUCTION Fluorosis can manifest as dental fluorosis (seen mostly in secondary dentition), skeletal fluorosis, and systemic fluorosis. Groundwater with high fluoride concentrations, diet rich in fish and tea, indoor air-pollution, and use of fluoride toothpastes may contribute considerably to total exposure. OBJECTIVE To assess the prevalence of dental fluorosis and associated factors part...

Oral diseases are, to a notable extent, behavioral diseases. The concept of lifestyle makes it possible to study behavior in a broad sense. The aim was to study the association of lifestyle with oral health and dental health behavior. All of the 1,012 55-year-old citizens of Oulu were invited to a clinical examination, and 780 of them participated. A lifestyle variable to measure health orienta...