The Dentist

aesthetics, to the enzymes in our saliva, I have long dubbed the oral cavity as a captivating study of interest. In retrospect, any mention of going to the dentist brought me great excitement as a child, oddly enough. I believe that pursuing a career in the dental field is solely the most rewarding, lucrative job of the twenty-first century. Dentists are able to build bonds with their long-time patients, and offer an enjoyable and inviting environment while administering the best oral care…

Dental Emergencies Pediatric Dentist - Dental EmergenciesToothache: Clean the area of the affected tooth. Rinse the mouth thoroughly with warm water or use dental floss to dislodge any food that may be impacted. If the pain still exists, contact your child's dentist. Do not place aspirin or heat on the gum or on the aching tooth. If the face is swollen, apply cold compresses and contact your dentist immediately. Cut or Bitten Tongue, Lip or Cheek: Apply ice to injured areas to help control…

A time in high school, I thought I had cavities and went to see the dentist. It was my first ever visit to the dentist and I was quite apprehensive about it. During my consultation, the dentist who had asked for an x ray of my molars explained to me that I did not have cavities. She also showed me my wisdom teeth in the x ray, which were still in development explaining that I may have to extract them because they were inclined towards my second molars. Despite the mention of a probable…

Ever since I was about five years old, I thought that I was going to go to school to become a dentist. I even shadow a dentist to see what their daily routine was like. But once I started doing a little more research and after I had the opportunity of shadowing a dentist I then decided that it was not the career for me. In high school I also got the opportunity to job shadow at Jackson Hospital, Baptist South Hospital, and at Health South in Montgomery, Alabama. I got the opportunity to shadow…

What are dentists? A dentist is part of the health care team who specializes in preventing, diagnosing and treating oral disorders and diseases of the mouth, gums and teeth. Just like other doctors, a dentist can have a choice to run their own business or clinic by themselves, or with a support staff. A dental team usually includes a dental assistant, dental hygienist, and dental technician. In some states, a dental therapist is also included on the team. How to become a dentist? Dentists are…

Los Angeles cosmetic dentistry consists of many different levels of dentists who cover the area of cosmetic dentistry. While all cosmetic dentists offer cosmetic dentistry to one degree or another they do not all offer the same services. There are varying levels of cosmetic dentistry and it is important that you understand what the specialties are of the cosmetic dentist you are considering hiring. Not all cosmetic dentists offer the same services, nor do they have the same experience level or…

To become a dentist you are stuck with many choices in which to pick from and do. One of the most common is dental hygienist. Their job duties center around cleaning patients' teeth and giving instruction in proper dental hygiene. They can't make major decisions because they are under a licensed dentist. A dental hygienist needs at least an associate's degree to work in that career. An associate’s degree only takes two years. A dental hygienist need to have the the basic understanding of…

Going to the dentist can be the most terrifying thing for some people. Many studies have proven that people would rather take the pain of gum disease ,or even a broken tooth rather than stepping into a dental office. The noisy tools, scary instruments, and the thought of the dentist drilling into the teeth doesn’t make it any better. Dental anxiety and phobia are very common today; it is estimated that about 9-15 percent of Americans fear the dentist. Regardless of the fear and anxiety…

While I was a child I had to go to the dentist almost every week because I had lots of caries. Like other children I was scared of the dentist. But one man helped me to drive away the dread of dentist . He was the first dentist I went to see in my life. The way he treated me was so gentle and I didn’t had pain at all. In addition he drove all my pain and swelling away. I could eat what I like to eat normally. Since that time I love to be a dentist. In my deepest mind, although I was a child, I…

Dentistry has taken on a whole new look and appeal. You don't go to your dentist now just for cleaning and fillings. Your dental professionals have so much more to offer. They can turn your smile into a work of art. Smile center is a much more appropriate term for dental offices. What to expect from a Smile Center Your smile can make or break your first impression. You want to do everything possible to make that first impression a memorable one. The best way to do that is to trust your smile to…