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Periodontitis versus parodontosis

There are still dental professionals who use the old and wrong name for a periodontal disease – parodontosis. The correct name is periodontitis. – In former times bacteria couldn´t be proven because of wrong techniques-this was called parodontosis. In the last 25 years it is known that inflammation of the periodontum is caused by bacteria, [...]

Gums as a reflection of our overall health!?

Gums as a reflection of our overall health? YES AND NO! Over and over again we read scientific and non scientific journals about vitamin deficiency and the consequences from it. As a result many people choose to take homeopathic medicine –a mistake most of the time! – 99% of gum diseases are attributed to plaque [...]

Most common reasons for periodontitis

– - – - – - – Most common reasons for periodontitis The most common reasons of pariodontitis are: Plaque accumulation due to poor oral hygiene, overhang restorations, ill fitting crowns Malocclusion Stress Smoking Systemic disease such as diabetes, adverse pregnancy outcomes Fortunately all these factors are easily controlled by; Optimizing tooth brushing, by [...]

Oral Rinses – are they useful in the menagement if Periodontitis?

Is an oral rinse beneficial for patients with periodontitis? YES! An oral rinse is a useful purchase, unfortunately some doctors think it is not useful-with the argument that bacteria leaks into the periodontal pockets. That is incorrect for two main reasons; The bacteria moves only due to extensions Bacteria are harmless on their own. They are destructive only in mature plaque, causing a cavity or a [...]

Periodontitis and saliva test-is it useful?

Periodontitis-saliva test? Yes and no! Our last discussion was about lasers, today we want to inform you about the saliva test. It is a common practice for some dental professionals to require that the patients with periodontal disease to undergo expensive saliva test prior to their therapy. Congratulations! Now the patient knows that there [...]

Is Bleaching dangerous to your teeth?

Posted by Dental News Team am 15, Aug - 2009

cosmetic-dentistry

Modern bleaching methods (tooth brightning) do not harm your teeth if made by a professional dentist!

Modern bleaching uses methods that are less abrasive to dental enamel than, for example, freshly squeezed citrus juices, but it can still be dangerous!
Bleaching itself is not dangerous, only if it is not performed properly!

Office bleaching involves the use of lamps or lasers.
Patients are told that light activates bleaching gel. This is wrong!
Lamps just dry out your teeth. While this does make them look whiter right after bleaching, after a few days your teeth will again absorb moisture, which will once again make them look darker.

This “drying out effect” only holds for a short while, but your teeth can be damaged.

Modern office bleaching does not require “light activation”, the lamps are just a marketing gag!

A responsible dentist will check the status of your fillings, maybe even clean your teeth, and then you will go on your way with a bright smile!
Baking soda does not work well for bleaching, and it may even damage your gums.
Baking soda irritates the mucuous membrane and the gums, resulting in painful inflammations.
You can have a gleaming white Hollywood smile if you want. You just have to get it done professionally. Then you can prevent your enamel from getting damaged.

Here you can watch a film on this topic!

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