What are cavities? We often associate dental caries in adults, with poor oral hygiene, and the intake of foods that are seen as unhealthy (gummies, sugar gum, etc.). Although it is true that both poor oral hygiene and foods with a lot of refined sugars are, most of the time, synonymous with the presence of cavities,…
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Covid Tongue So far we have heard some of the symptoms that the coronavirus causes in our body, such as fever and dry cough. In addition to the loss of taste and smell, COVID toes, unusual skin rashes. Several studies show, however, that the tongue can also be a key factor in detecting if you have…
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If you notice your gums inflamed, it is essential that you go to the periodontist as soon as possible. It is very likely that the inflammation of the gums, as well as its redness and bleeding, is due to the presence of an infection in the mouth, caused by periodontal diseases. The study of the gums is very important…
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Within periodontic treatments, there are many existing techniques. These techniques include surgical interventions that seek to repair, maintain and support dental support tissues so that the oral cavity in general, and the teeth in particular, have the healthy appearance of a healthy mouth. Two of these interventions are gingivectomy and gingivoplasty, which usually confuse because…
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Oral cancers are part of a group of cancers commonly referred to as head and neck cancers, and of all head and neck cancers, they comprise about 85% of that category. Brain cancer is a cancer category unto itself and is not included in the head and neck cancer group. With more than half a million…
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What is Holistic Dentistry? Holistic Dentistry offers us a more than interesting vision of thinking about our body and our health. Holistic dentistry has been gaining popularity. More and more professionals and patients are interested in exploring it. Its premise is to contemplate the dental structure as a reflection of the totality of the individual. From this perspective,…
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Atrophy is a decrease or absence of development of a body structure or part. In the dental sector, it is about the loss of bone due to the absence of teeth, which makes it impossible to wear implants and fixed prostheses. Bone atrophy can be localized in a specific area or be generalized in both the maxilla…
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Mouthwash / Oral Rinse FAQ Known Mouthwashes Joseph Lister It was by the hand of Joseph Lister, in 1865, that a viable and effective solution was discovered in eliminating bacteria. Just 8 years after the first patent for toothbrushes. Lister, then, becomes the creator of Listerine mouthwash. The creation by Lister has an important place…
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According to Dr. Pascal Terjanian, it is important to carry out good dental prevention, remembering to make regular visits to our trusted dentist. Good dental hygiene and correct eating habits are the best guarantees to prevent tooth decay.
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A tooth abscess is often very painful and must be treated quickly. Intense pain, difficulty opening your mouth, swelling near a tooth, discharge of pus. Here we explain what it is and how to recognize it. It is essential to consult a dentist as soon as possible, even if the pain is not too severe…
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Oral health and dentist appointments are not an indulgence but a basic requirement. Therefore there is a necessity for a systemic change, and AI Artificial Intelligence in dentistry seems to be a viable solution at this time and as we move forward. That’s to not say that machine learning will substitute human intelligence and skill. On the contrary, the simplest AI systems have to incorporate human…
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Brushing twice a day, that’s the norm. Yet it often remains difficult to keep the teeth clean. Especially in hard-to-reach places, but also when there are crooked teeth or molars. We’re not even talking about those terribly small spaces between the teeth. How do I clean my teeth? Dr. Pascal Terjanian will give you 5…
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Dr. Pascal Terjanian shares an article about dental amalgam. Listed below are frequently asked questions about dental amalgam. Is dental amalgam approved to be used in Canada and is it judged to be safe? Restorative materials don’t involve a categorization that Health Canada requires pre-market approval. Nevertheless, HPB (Health Protection Branch) can take supervisory…
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Dr. Pascal Terjanian discusses the pros and cons of dental implants and dentures and how they are used to replace missing teeth. When a patient requires to replace one or more missing teeth, there are a few alternatives, including dentures and implants. The right option for a specific patient depends on numerous considerations, such as…
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In this article, Dr. Pascal Terjanian will discuss several treatments that are used in dentistry such as dental fillings, inlays, onlays, and crowns. What are their key differences ? Let us start. What are dental fillings? A filling is the simplest dental restoration. The decayed tooth is drilled out and restored with a white…
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Dr Pascal Terjanian discusses the dental complications children face during Covid-19 global pandemic and how they can prevented. Many families have experienced delays in receiving dental treatment because of the COVID-19 global epidemic. Children with dental problems that could have been quickly resolved inside an office environment would have forced to wait. Dental…
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According to Dr. Pascal Terjanian, your oral health is much more critical than you may have realized. Learn how your oral, dental, and gum health will affect your overall health. How is oral health-related to overall fitness? Your mouth teems with bacteria, like other parts of your body — usually harmless. However, since your mouth…
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Oral cancer is a disease resulting from abnormal cell growth in the mouth, lips, tongue or throat. In 2003, an estimated 3,100 new cases of oral cancers were identified in Canada, and about 1,090 deaths occurred as a result of the disease. People over the age of 45 are most at risk. The good…
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Teeth Development Teeth start developing in the unborn baby. Good nutrition from the mother during pregnancy is important in teeth development. The mother’s diet should have adequate amounts of calcium, phosphorus, vitamin C, and vitamin D. Certain medicines (such as tetracycline) should not be taken during pregnancy. These can cause the unborn baby’s developing teeth to be…
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A dental abscess is a painful swelling filled with a thick fluid that is yellow in color (pus). There are two types of dental abscess, a gum abscess (also known as a periodontal abscess) and a tooth abscess (also known as a periapical abscess). What causes a dental abscess? Abscesses can form when the inside…
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