In this short article, we briefly describe a simple type of amalgam failure, simple in understanding it yet serious issues as an amalgam failure which will always require revaluation and replacement as the only treatment. Dislodgment of Restorations Causes Inadequacy of the retention mechanism. Fracture of the restoration. Fracture of the tooth. Recurrent caries. Clinical picture Totally dislodged restoration. It may show rocking. Treatment Evaluation of the retention. Followed by replacing the restoration.
Author: Dr. Mohsen Saeed Ozaibi
Dr. Mohsen Saeed Ozaibi
Mohsen Saeed Al Ozaibi, BDS, MBA. A Dentist at Bani Yas Medical Clinic and at Emirates Jordanind Medical Center, Founder of OziDent.com. Graduated in 2009 with a Bachelor's Degree in Dental Science from Misr International University and a Master's degree in Business and Administration from the University of the People. A veteran in digital dental content publishing and marketing.
In this article, we give a complete and simpleifed guide to study the contact points and height of contour for dental anatomy section for the NBDE Part 1. Contact Points and Contour Facts Height of Contour (Crest of Curvature) : is an imaginary line encircling the tooth at the greatest bulge of the tooth. They Form the Contact areas which the adjacent teeth contact each other mesailly and distally. They Protects the surrounding givngiva, maintains hygiene and promote healthy gingiva. They Prevent tooth rotation and medial drift from occurring and keeps the teeth stably positioned. Thus its important to replicate…
In this article, we give a brief description about a type of oral ulcers that occur related to chemotherapy. Anticancer Cytotoxic Ulcers 2nd to Chemotherapy Etiology the ulcers by be due to direct or indirect effect of Chemotherapy. Direct: It interferes with replication and growth of the oral epithelium. Indirect: Depressed bone marrow formationLeukopenialiability for bacterial, viral and fungal infectionOral ulcer. Clinical Picture Ulcers are large, deep, and irregular. Necrotic and foal odor. Not surrounded by inflammatory halo. Treatment Heals within two weeks after stopping Chemotherapy. Sources MIU Research Paper by Dr. Mohsen S. Ozaibi in 2008. Chemotherapy Advisor.…
In this article, we explain briefly the main causes of Pain that is associated after placment of an Amalgam Dental Restoration, its Clinical picture and its treatment. Post-restoration Hypersensitivity Post-restoration HypersensitivityIt may result due to irritation during cavity preparation (Trauma, pressure, vibration, heat generation and desiccation) &/or irritation from the restoration. Etiology Hypersensitivity in a recently amalgam restored tooth may be generated by stimulation of freshly exposed permeable virgin dentin surface by: Galvanic Stimuli generated on immediate contact with opposing dissimilar metals. Thermal: Thermal stresses conducted through large no isolated metallic restorations. Chemical and osmotic: Stimuli by osmotic fluids that…
In article, we briefly explain about Traumatic Oral Ulcers which are considered the most common single non-reccurent Oral ulcer. Trumatic Ulcers Features Most Common Single oral Ulcer. Can Occur anywhere. Cause is usually physical or chemical remove of upper surface of the oral tissue leaving an ulcer. Etiology By Patient Check biting. Dentures soreness. irritation from rough tooth restoration. lip biting (after L.A. or during an epileptic attack) By dentist (Iatrogenic) Mechanical: improper use of dental instruments, forceful removal of cotton…etc. Chemical: silver nitrate, eugenol. Thermal: hot dental instruments, impression compound. Clinical Features Single. Covered by white fibrin clot. Located…
In this article of Amalgam Failure, we discuss another type of failure which is Severe or excessive discolouration. We will explain the major causes, clinical picture and treatment. Excessive Discolouration Causes Tarnish. Corrosion. Amalgam Blues. Cause 1: Tarnish Formation of a surface film of discolouring oxides and sulphides leading to loss of amalgam luster. This is enhanced by: Excess Hg, under trituration, improper condensation, Lack of finishing, moisture contamination, and bad oral hygiene. Cause 2: Corrosion Its the actual disintegration of the bulk of amalgam. Chemical corrosion: due to Lack of polishing and food stagnation which may lead to…
3D printing lately has increased in popularity from printing 3D sculptures of the your unborn child in the Womb to printing real guns and working Space rockets, The latest is a 3d Toothbrush that claims to clean your teeth in just 6 seconds!! 3D Toothbrush Information Its called Blizzident, its a custom made 3d toothbrush that claims to give a perfect clean in 6 seconds only. Procedure Your Dentist performs a 3D scan of your mouth, than a 3D model of your mouth is sent to the official Site of Blizzident. An Inverse mold of your mouth is made from…
In this article, we present to you the 2014 dental decks for NBDE part 1 with the purpose of reviewing before purchasing it.
