Our mouth naturally contains different kinds of microbes. When we do not clean our teeth and oral cavity for a while, the microbes form a layer on the tooth called dental plaque. Dental plaque is a biofilm of microorganisms (mostly…
Iran’s population age pyramid shows that the dentists will face a large number of elderly clients that need special care in the future. Old people usually take several medicines, some of which may interact with dental treatments. Warfarin a medicine…
Teeth grinding or bruxism may alternately occur, mainly when we are angry or sleeping. Bruxism is a condition that also occurs in healthy individuals and often causes no neurological failure or lesion. Some patients report that those around them hear…
Many people visit physicians complaining of diseases they do not exactly know their causes, most of whom do not achieve the desired result and complete recovery. Most treatments that such patients receive merely soothe the condition. However, the condition may…
Many drugs interact with corticosteroids, and many diseases are affected by steroid therapy. Because of its wide range of side effects and interactions, dexamethasone should be prescribed for patients very cautiously. Dexamethasone, and corticosteroids in general, are not considered the…
Dental radiography is a diagnostic imaging technique that uses X-rays to generate detailed images of the teeth and mouth. These images enable dentists to detect dental issues, e.g., cavities, gum disease, root canal problems, and infections that might be invisible…
Orthodontic appliances are generally divided into two major categories: removable orthodontic appliances and fixed orthodontic appliances. Fixed orthodontics is used to move and align teeth. This is while removable orthodontics is used to move the jaw. Fixed orthodontics is used to…
Dry mouth or Xerostomia may be related to physiological conditions or environmental conditions. The physiological conditions include dental, and jaw malocclusions that lead to mouth opening, thus, dry mouth. The environmental and acquired conditions such as activity and mobility in…
We all well know that we need to regularly brush and floss our teeth. However, a question that people frequently ask dentists is which one is better: dental floss or waterpik! Dental floss Although tooth brushing is a very effective…
Leukoplakia is the scientific term used to describe the white patches formed inside the mouth, most commonly on the tongue, gums, lips, and other internal areas. Typically, these white patches disappear on their own without the need for treatment. It…
