TOOTH COLORED FILLINGS

Don’t let a damaged tooth compromise the integrity and health of your smile. Tooth-colored fillings are a simple solution to restoring dental health.

A filling is a way to restore a tooth damaged by decay back to its normal function and shape. If you have a tooth that requires a filling, the dentist will first remove the decayed tooth material, clean the affected area, and then fill the cleaned out cavity with a filling material. A filling also helps prevent further decay by closing off any cracks or spaces where bacteria can enter.


There are a variety of filling materials available including gold, silver, plastic and porcelain. The dentist will work with you to determine which material is best for you, depending on the extent of repair, where in your mouth the filling is needed, and cost. Each of the filling materials is briefly explained below:

• Gold fillings are custom made in a laboratory and then cemented into place. While gold fillings are often the most expensive choice, many consider it the best filling material. Gold inlays are well-tolerated by gum tissues and may last more than 20 years. 
• Amalgam (silver) fillings are a more inexpensive choice and are tolerant to wear. However, due to their dark color they are more noticeable than porcelain or composite restorations and are not recommended for fillings in very visible areas such as front teeth

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• Composite (plastic) resins are custom made to the exact color of your natural teeth, creating a more natural appearance. While white fillings may be less noticeable than other materials, they usually only last between 3 and 10 years. They may not be ideal for large fillings as they may chip or wear over time. They can also become stained from coffee, tea or tobacco. 
• Porcelain fillings are called inlays or onlays and are custom created in a lab and then bonded to the tooth. They can be matched to the color of the tooth, resist staining, and are about the same cost as gold fillings. A porcelain restoration generally covers most of the tooth, making the filling nearly undetectable.

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Mandibular fracture

Mandibular fractures are relatively common especially among young men. Although traditionally the mandible and base of skull are thought to form a complete bony ring, interrupted only by the TMJs. This should mean that the mandible should fracture in two places (akin to the bony pelvis) making single fractures uncommon, but this in fact not the case, with ~40% of fractures being unifocal.

Epidemiology

Aetiology and demographics will vary significantly depending on the population demographics and with where patients present. In the setting of a trauma centre in America, 90% of patients are male, with 64% between the ages of 15 and 29 2:

• assault: 50%
• motor vehicle accident (MVA): 10%
• fall: 15%
• sport: 15%
• other: 10%

Clinical presentation.

Presenting complaints will include:

• pain
• chin paresthesia (damage to the mental nerve, a terminal branch of the inferior alveolar nerve)
• malocclusion
• trismus
• dental damage
• abnormal mobility
• laceration of the skin of the external acoustic meatus

Pathology

Location

• angle: 20-33% 1-3
• body: 15-25%
• condyle or neck: 15-36% (see: TMJ trauma)
• parasymphyseal: 14-15%
• ramus: 5%
• coronoid process: 1-3%
• alveolar ridge: 2%

Unifocal fractures are common, accounting for approximately 40% of all mandibular fractures 1:

• multifocal: 60% 1
• unifocal: 40%
• simple: 25%
• comminuted: 10%
• associated with condylar subluxation: 5%

Subtypes

guardsman fracture

Treatment and prognosis

Treatment can be conservative or involve formal reduction (which may be open or closed). Closed reduction may be supported with intermaxillary fixation or splints (ORIF).

Complications

• osteomyelitis
• permanent malocclusion 
• permanent paresthesia
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Fractures

terminology

• skull fractures
• facial fractures
• fractures involving a single facial buttress
• alveolar process fractures
• frontal sinus fracture
• isolated zygomatic arch fractures
• mandibular fracture
• nasal bone fracture
• orbital blow-out fracture
• paranasal sinus fractures
• complex fractures
• spinal fractures
• rib fractures
• sternal fractures
• upper limb fractures
• lower limb fractures

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Parent's Guide to milk teeth · Dental eruption at the age of 3, children should have 20 teeth in total; The first of these should erupt around 6 months of age, however, during this process the gums are irritated. What you can do to lessen the discomfort and act as a painkiller is: a) massaging your gum with your finger clean and wet in cold water.

b) Give it a cold silicone teether.

c) massage with a cold silicone thimble

d) Place a damp cloth on the gum.

· Importance of milk teeth

Usually many people believe that as the first teeth are temporary and will fall, they do not deserve daily care. It should be noted that the teeth will not only help the child to chew food, but there are other functions that are important:

A) The milk teeth Keep the space and guide the eruption of the permanent teeth. Premature loss of a milk tooth can cause the closure of that space and cause a future bad position of the permanent teeth.

b) have an important role in the formation of the child, because to learn to speak correctly the words must be pronounced well.

C. When pronouncing a word or sentence correctly there should be a support and coordination of the tongue with the faces of the teeth. Otherwise the child will have trouble talking, and it may be necessary to go to language therapies.

· Correct brushing prevents tooth decay

Before the baby has teeth, there are already bacteria in the mouth that wait for the moment of eruption of the first tooth to adhere to the enamel and attack it; Therefore, oral hygiene is essential since the birth of the baby:

A) Start washing your baby's mouth during the first few days of birth.

B. Clean the gums with a wet gauze after feeding with a bottle or breast.

c) Brush your teeth 3 times a day.

D) Dental brushing at night is important as it prevents bacteria from accumulating.

· Avoid infecting your child

When a baby is born, care should always be taken to make sure that relatives or acquaintances who see them are not ill, protecting from any bacteria that may make them sick.

Likewise, we will be able to have the same care so that the baby does not spread tooth decay. For this reason, these are some daily activities you should avoid to maintain good oral health:

A) do not kiss the children on the lips. It is very common for parents to greet or dismiss the baby with a kiss on the lips, when performing this action they transmit to the child a large amount of bacteria that the adults have.

B) Do not share cutlery. You should not share spoons, forks, napkins, toothbrushes or any other utensils with your child.

C) Do not take the baby's bottle or glass. Place in a spoon or on the hand a little bit of the contents to test it or check that it is not too hot.

D) do not blow on children's food to cool it. Let the food cool down by itself.

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The importance of dental cleaning

Have you had a teeth cleaning this year? Professional dental cleanings aren’t just for keeping your smile bright; they can have a significant impact on your general health. Insufficient oral hygiene has been linked to several serious illnesses. Associated medical and dental issues include bone loss, cardiovascular disease, strokes, cancers, and many other problems. Brushing and flossing at home are essential, but to ensure teeth are healthy and thoroughly clean, you should schedule regular check-ups with your dentist and annual dental cleanings with your dental hygienist. Here are seven reasons professional cleanings are so important.

Your dental hygienist can remove most of the stains that dull and discolor your teeth, so you’ll be left with a brighter, whiter smile.
Having your teeth cleaned can prevent gum disease, which leads to early tooth loss.
In America alone, one person dies from oral cancer every hour, but many of these cancers are curable if detected at an early stage during a routine cleaning.
A strong link exists between cardiovascular disease and gum disease. Because getting your teeth cleaned twice a year helps prevent gum disease, it can also reduce your chances of potentially deadly heart attacks and strokes.
During a professional dental cleaning, it’s easy for your dentist to detect early signs of problems such as broken fillings and fractures.
Many dental plans cover cleanings, and you’ll save money on dental expenses in the long run by taking advantage of your policy.

If your dentist finds any serious problems during a teeth cleaning or exam, the office can help you make financial arrangements to cover the necessary procedures.
Professional dental cleanings give your dentist or hygienist an opportunity to compare the state of your oral health to that of previous visits. If you’re moving in the wrong direction, immediate intervention can put you back on track.

Regular check-ups and dental cleanings help prevent and resolve persistent bad breath.

To get the dental care you deserve from an affordable dentist in Nuevo Progreso, call Best Dental today at (956) 641-7097 or make an appointment.

Best Dental offers affordable family dentistry and gentle, compassionate dental care in Nuevo Progreso. Our offices are conveniently located with extended hours to meet your needs. At Best Dental, we provide most dental services, from basic preventative care and general dentistry to specialized procedures and complete dental reconstruction. Patient satisfaction is our top priority and we strive to provide the exceptional, affordable dental care and personal touch that lead to lasting relationships. A smiling patient is our greatest reward and we look forward to keeping those smiles healthy, beautiful, and bright. Discover an affordable dentist who truly cares at Best Dental.

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DENTAL CONTACT LENSES

Dental contact lenses are porcelain laminates that coat your teeth. They are known by this name because of their thin structure (0.3mm). This is a new technique that Dental Home uses that transforms stained, broken, worn or badly positioned teeth and improves the smile quickly and naturally without damaging the structure of the tooth and thus preserving the strength and ensuring continued ease to eat any food.

The advantage of dental contact lensesinclude: permanent gloss, extra soft texture, higher translucency and durability of the color since it will not smear or pigment.

The use of dental contact lenses begins with conditioning the tooth, then impressions are made and sent to the lab, the lab makes a porcelain form and then it is made to the texture, color and brightness the dentist and client requested. After completion of the lab work and back at the dentist office, the dental contact lens is cemented on the front of the tooth. The results are dramatic and fast. In just 2 appointments, the client gets a naturally beautiful smile, unworn teeth, while also protecting the enamel without any discomfort. This is a painless procedure and is very comfortable for the client.

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Dental Caries In Infants: Implications And Prevention

Infants' teeth begin to erupt around the age of 6 months, but some children do not have their first tooth until 12 to 14 months. Most children have their first full set of teeth by age 3. These primary teeth are susceptible to decay as soon as they appear in the oral cavity, and dental caries matter more than most people think.

Implications
The American Academy of Pediatrics considers early childhood caries to be the number one chronic disease affecting young children. Dental caries in infants or early childhood caries is often referred to as baby bottle tooth decay. The decay may be so severe that the affected tooth may need extraction. When primary teeth are lost too early, the surrounding teeth may drift into the empty space. This movement makes it difficult for the permanent teeth to have proper room for eruption, causing these teeth to be crooked or crowded.

Role of Bacteria
Dental caries is preventable. The American Dental Association recommends that parents take their children to a dentist within six months after the first tooth appears, but no later than the child's first birthday. Cavity-causing bacteria can be transmitted from caregiver to infant, so parents should also visit their dentist to help ensure their own oral health. Caregivers should refrain from cleaning the infant's pacifier with their mouth or sharing eating utensils with the infant.

Oral Hygiene Home Care
Parents may begin cleaning their infant's mouth during the first few days of birth by wiping the gums with a clean, moist gauze pad or washcloth. When teeth begin to erupt into the oral cavity, the parent may gently brush the infant's teeth twice a day with a child-size toothbrush and water. A pea-sized amount of fluoride toothpaste may be added for children older than 2 years old, and the child must be able to spit out the toothpaste. Flossing should begin once two teeth come in contact.
Parents should care for their child's teeth until they feel comfortable that the child is able to care for his or her own teeth. Starting children early with good oral hygiene can lead to a lifetime of good dental health.

Fluoride
An inadequate amount of fluoride may increase an infant's risk for early childhood caries. Fluoride strengthens the enamel of teeth, making them more resistant to decay. It is found in toothpaste, mouthrinses and often added to community tap water. Bottled water may not contain fluoride. Parents should discuss with a dentist or pediatrician the fluoride needs of their child. Fluoride supplementation may be recommended.

Nutrition
Dietary factors contributing to dental caries in infants has been considered by both the American Academy of Pediatrics and the American Dental Association. Increased risk for dental caries has been affirmed to be associated with an excessive intake of sugar by an expert panel of the World Health Organization.


Nutritional recommendations for infants include: 

• Providing the infant only formula, milk or breast milk in bottles. Liquids such as sugar water, juice or soft drinks should be avoided. 
• Infants should also finish their bedtime and nap time bottles before going to bed. 
• A pacifier should never be dipped in sugar or honey. 
• The child should be encouraged to drink from a cup by his first birthday. 
• During the transition to solid foods, parents should provide nutritious foods. 

Following these recommendations will reduce the amount of sugar exposure to the infant's teeth.
When an infant's first tooth appears, parents should discuss with their dentist about scheduling the first dental visit. Parents should treat the first dental visit as they would a checkup with the infant's physician. Once there, the dental team will be able to provide proper guidance on how to care for the infant's teeth.

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Mucocele in a newborn

Mucocele is a benign lesion characterized by an extravasation or retention of mucous in submucosal tissue from minor salivary glands. Mucoceles are known to occur most commonly on the lower lip, followed by the floor of mouth and buccal mucosa being the next most frequent sites. Trauma and lip biting habits are the main cause for these types of lesions. Mucocele is a common oral mucosal lesion but it is rarely observed in the infant. This case highlights the successful management of a rare case of mucocele in an 11-month-old child. Diagnosis and management of mucocele are challenging. 

Oral mucocele represents one of the most common benign lesion of the oral mucosa that means a cavity filled with mucus (muco means mucus and coele means cavity), which is the secretory product of salivary glands. The mechanisms for the development of these lesions are two, mucus extravasation, generally regarded as being of traumatic origin, and mucus retention, resulting from obstruction of the duct of a minor or accessory gland. When located on the floor of the mouth these lesions are called ranulas because the inflammation resembles the cheeks of a frog [1]. The most common site of occurrence of mucocele is the lower lip, the lesion has no sex predilection, and all age groups are susceptible, with the peak frequency reported to be in the second and third decades and rarely observed in infants making the diagnosis and management of mucocele challenging [2]. Mucocele has clinical resemblance with many other swellings and ulcerative lesions of oral cavity and hence needs to be differentiated carefully. Here we report an interesting unusual case of mucocele of the lower lip in an infant, along with emphasis given on its etiopathogenesis, clinical presentation, and various treatment modalities.

Figure 1: Mucocele in the lower lip of baby at 11 months.

Figure 2: Excision of the lesion using electrocautery.

An 11-month-old male patient was referred to our department with the chief complaint of a “little ball” in the lower lip and that he had difficulty in sucking for more than 3 months. The baby was in good general health and no other symptoms were reported. Oral habits or a local trauma was not reported. The clinical examination revealed the presence of a soft tissue nodule on the lower lip mucosa (Figure 1) which was similar in color to the oral mucosa measuring approximately 5 cm at its widest diameter with a sessile base, flaccid consistency, clearly defined limits, and a smooth surface. Based on detailed history and clinical examination a provisional diagnosis of mucocele was made. After medical evaluation, and signed informed consent from the parents, an excisional biopsy was performed under local anesthesia. Due to the lack of baby’s contribution, considering his little age, and as the procedure was simple, a decision was taken in favor of the physical containment (protective stabilization) with consent and aid of the parents: laying the baby on the chair, the mother laying over him holding the hands, and the assistant holding the baby’s head. As the baby was crying continuously, it helped in keeping the mouth open. A local infiltrative anesthesia (2% lignocaine with epinephrine 1 : 80,000; one cartridge) was infiltrated around the lesion. Before infiltration, a topical anesthetic gel for 2 minutes was applied. The lip was then everted with digital pressure to increase the lesion’s prominence. A thick silk thread was passed through the lesion at its largest diameter and a surgical knot was made followed by excisional biopsy using electrocautery (Figures 2 and 3), hence minimizing the chances of pain and postoperative bleeding. An analgesic was prescribed on the first postoperatory day to prevent any possible pain that could result in stress for the baby. The specimen was sent for histopathologic analysis which identified a large central mucous pooled area consisting of mucinophages, mucin containing cells, surrounded by compressed connective tissue wall, and forming granulation tissue (Figure 4) and confirmed the diagnosis as mucocele. After 2 hours, the patient recovered normal breastfeeding. The child reported uneventful recovery and an improved dietary habit one week postoperatively.

Figure 3: Immediate postoperative view.

Figure 4: H&E stained section reveals stratified squamous epithelium with underlying connective tissue consisting of large central mucin pooled area surrounded by granulation tissue and chronic inflammatory cells. The baby was reexamined after 15 days and 6 and 12 months. No recurrence was observed after 12 months (Figure 5). Figure 5: Appearance of the surgical area 12 months after the intervention, no recurrence

Actinica Queilitis

Actinic cheilitis is a subtype of actinic keratosis that mainly affects the lower lip and has an increased risk of carcinomatous transformation. The location in the labial mucosa conditions the different therapeutic possibilities. Bermellectomy requires local or general anesthesia and is associated with a risk of unsightly scarring; treatment with 5-fluorouracil or imiquimod lasts for several weeks and the inflammatory reaction can be very intense. Several authors have used photodynamic therapy as an alternative to the usual treatments. We present three patients with histologically confirmed actinic cheilitis who were treated with photodynamic therapy using methylaminolevulinic acid as a photosensitizer and red light of 630 nm. The clinical response was good, with no recurrence after 3 to 6 months of follow-up. Our experience supports the use of photodynamic therapy as a good therapeutic alternative for actinic cheilitis.

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Pseudomembranous cadidiasis

It is a fungus that produces an infection in the mouth opportunistically. It is a fungal disease caused by any of the species of the Candida genus, constituting an opportunistic disease, very common in our days, in which we must always investigate the presence of growth factors and pathogenic transformation of the germ.

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Direct Composite Restorations

DIRECT COMPOSITE RESTORATIONS

What Are Direct Composite Restorations?

Direct composite resin fillings, also referred to as tooth coloured fillings, are an alternative to metal fillings. Patients who have received direct composite resin fillings have natural looking teeth and only their dentist will know about the fillings – no one else can see them at all!

Composite resins are a silicon dioxide-filled, tooth coloured, plastic mixture that can restore teeth to a healthy, natural white state.s with composites used in teeth are clearly needed.

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Nuevo Progreso, Tamaulipas, México
Av. Juarez #300 entre calles Sonora y Tamaulipas
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