The mouth is so much more than just the “gateway to the body.” You eat and talk with it, but it’s also a very important source of nonverbal communication. Often, the first thing you notice about someone when you meet them is their smile. The levator anguli oris (also known as the caninus) is one…
Year: 2019
The Truth About Root Canal Dangers
Root canal treatment – referred to as “endodontic therapy” in dentistry – is one of the safest and most successful dental procedures performed today. According to an article in the European Journal of Dentistry (EJD), this treatment is very predictable, with success rates ranging from 86% to 98%. Even so, many people are frightened by…
What Is Ozone Dentistry & How Does It Work?
Ozone dentistry is not what most people think of when they hear the word “ozone.” After all, ozone is the particular layer of our atmosphere that protects us from the sun’s ultraviolet rays. But the ozone molecule also has uses in dentistry. According to a review in The Saudi Journal for Dental Research, the ozone…
What Is a Cephalometric X-Ray?
A cephalometric X-ray — sometimes called a ceph X-ray — is one type of X-ray that is used for both diagnostic and treatment planning purposes in both dentistry and medicine. When used properly for evaluating patients, X-rays are considered safe and are often necessary to determine the cause of certain issues. The National Institutes of…
How Cleidocranial Dysplasia Affects the Teeth
Cleidocranial dysplasia (CCD), also called cleidocranial dysostosis, is an extremely rare inherited condition caused by genetic mutations. A review in the International Journal of Dentistry estimates that it affects only about one in every 1 million people. CCD has a number of distinctive physical features, as well as implications on dental health. Here’s what you…
