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Make and Shape the Eyes – Occlurar Prosthesis

FABRICATION OF OCULAR PROSTHESES*

When the surgical site is well healed and dimensionally stable, fabrication of an ocular prosthesis can begin. Before beginning, a thorough examination of the enucleated socket must be made to ensure proper healing and the absence of infection. The location of the implant, movement of the tissue bed, and size and extent of the socket should be noted.

Impressions :

An impression of the socket can be with irreversible hydrocolloid. An impression tray can be fabricated from hard baseplate wax by warming it over a flame and adapting it to the contour of the area around the eye. A wax handle is attached to aid manipulation. The tissue side is scored with a hot spatula to Read the rest of this entry »

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Bleeding Gums – Information on Bleeding Gums

Gums are pinky and spongy structures, essential to hold and protect teeth. They adhere to the teeth very closely for sealing to prevent entry or spreading of the infection inside, to the root of the teeth or jaw bone. Due to ageing or disease, gums get weakened and recessed, paving way for falling of the teeth, so in all this process of receding, the teeth seem to be elongated, sensitive and feel shaky with bleeding. Bleeding from the gums is mainly due to injury, infection or inflammation of gums. Such infected or inflamed gums are medically called gingivitis. It can be seen as red line of blood in the gum line. If bleeding persists, then it should be taken seriously Read the rest of this entry »

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Aesthetic Dental Studio Announces New Website

Cosmetic dentistry is a rapidly evolving trade. Cosmetic dentists once relied on bleach to whiten teeth, and now they can achieve the same look with lasers. Dentures have been replaced with dental implants and porcelain veneers. And you no longer have to rely on metal fillings, composite fillings are just as effective and they blend with your teeth.

The website, http://www.aestheticdentalstudio.ca, has information about all of the tried and true procedures, as well as the new and upcoming breakthroughs. You can learn about smile makeovers, porcelain veneers, TMD treatment, even Invisalign. The Smile Gallery has photos of patients before and after their dental procedures. There are pages about each of the employees there, Read the rest of this entry »

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