Author: drjaredc
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What to do for SDF Stains?
If you have ever handled Silver Diamine Fluoride in the dental office you have probably stained something, or a lot of things… chairs, countertops, instruments, and the list goes on. The Best way to get rid of SDF stains? – Prevention. Now with that being said we can take all of the precautions in the…
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Brian Laundrie’s Remains Confirmed via Dental Records: What was needed?
Forensic Odontology, aka Forensic Dentistry is “the area of dentistry concerned with the correct management, examination, evaluation, and presentation of dental evidence in criminal or civil legal proceedings in the interest of justice.”1 What Would a Forensic Dentist Need to Help Determine the Identity of Human Remains? First, an antemortem dental record of the deceased…
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A Little Dental History: Ancient Egypt
Remember learning about all of the Pyramids and Pharaohs of ancient Egypt? Unsurprisingly Egyptians from ~3000b.c. to ~300bc also had teeth, and those teeth also had the same issues we deal today. You may have seen images similar to the bridgework completed above making note that Egyptians may have been skilled in dentistry. That is…
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Dental Calculus and National Geographic?
Andrew Curry from National Geographic has published a history article1 from 2019 highlighting the role Dental Calculus is playing in deciphering the mysteries of the histories. Reading through the article we learn that scientists, archaeologists, paleogeneticists, microscopists, and chemists, are studying dental plaque found on teeth from skeletal remains. The Nat Geo article is a…
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American Heart Association Updated Prevention of Infective Endocarditis Guide
The American Heart Association has updated their recommendations regarding Antibiotic Prophylaxis for Infective Endocarditis. No changes have been made regarding which dental procedures need prophylactic coverage. Current Dental Procedures Requiring Antibiotic Prophylaxis: Manipulation of the gingival tissues– Any type of Dental Cleanings, gum surgeries, and even deeper fillings that approximate the gum tissue Manipulation of…
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MTN DEW and teeth
A true American Icon. While many find this vague, citrus-y tasting drink a necessity to everyday life, consuming it may be causing irreparable harm to teeth. A few of the contents and chemical aspects of MTN Dew combine to make it especially harsh on teeth. First off, we already know that sugar helps feed bacteria…
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Pineapple After A Tooth Extraction?
If you have ever had a tooth extracted, or are in need of one, you may have heard of what NOT to do after the extraction. Things like: No smoking, spitting, or sucking through straws to prevent dry sockets. Avoiding small, grainy, or crunchy foods that can get stuck in the holes where the teeth…
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Basics Of Obstructive Sleep Apnea
More than just snoring, Obstructive Sleep Apnea has been shown to be associated with several other health issues including heart problems, diabetes, and of course sleep issues/tiredness5. This post was written to describe some of the terms used with OSA A diagnosis from a Medical Doctor is needed for OSA, but dentists can help direct…
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Little Jack Or Jill’s first Dental Visit (For Parents)
The big day has come (ideally when you see the first tooth erupting) for your child to visit the dentist. What To Expect? The first visit at the dental office should be a light-hearted and fun experience for the youngster. This is important as we are far past the days of holding children down in…
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So You Chipped A tooth….
A chipped tooth can be bothersome: Maybe it has a sharp edge that your tongue keeps playing with, maybe its rather unsightly, or just maybe your child got bopped in the mouth with a basketball and you don’t know what to do… Well here’s your sign. Most chipped teeth pose no immediate issues unless there…
Teeth & Chiefs 