Sometimes when an implant or implants, are planned to be placed in the upper jaw molar areas, there may be an inadequate amount of bone height. This is usually caused by expansion of the sinus (air space) from above down into the area where the molar roots used to be. The sinus floor augmentation (bone…
An intraoral 3D scanner is a handheld wand like device used to create digital impression data of the mouth and dental structures. It uses a simple light source (so no radiation) which is projected onto the objects to be scanned like a dental arch of teeth. Then a 3D model processed by the scanning software…
Dental Cone Beam CT Taking a Cone beam CT is similar to regular panoramic dental X-rays. There is no special preparation needed. Of course, you should tell the doctor and staff using the Cone beam CT if you are pregnant, as it should be avoided. What is Dental Cone Beam CT Dental cone beam computed…
An oral exam is routinely performed by the dentist during the course of an initial comprehensive exam and regular check-ups. Part of an oral exam refers to the identification and management of diseases pertaining to the maxillofacial and oral regions. The soft tissues of the mouth are normally lined with mucosa, which is special type…
There are many reasons someone may need to have a tooth extraction or multiple teeth removed. These reasons may include decay, cracked tooth, infection, periodontal bone loss, impactions, or in conjunction with orthodontic treatment. Deciduous teeth (baby teeth) may also need removal for some of the same reasons or to make space for the erupting…