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A Filipina Dentist's Journey To Canada

December 30, 2016 Francis Dominic 0

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<span style="font-size: large;">She worked hard to challenge the national dental board examination – a road not many new immigrants would dare tread.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">It was a cold blustery spring day in 1998 when Michelle first set foot in Canada. She came to attend a funeral. She was given a parka to put on but as she stepped out of Winnipeg’s airport, a sudden gust of frosty wind on her face gave her a chilly welcome she would never forget. She had no plans of staying in Winnipeg as she had left her heart in Manila. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Two years earlier, Michelle graduated from the University of the Philippines (UP) Faculty of Dentistry. Her diligence and hard work paid off as she was awarded the Most Outstanding Clinician medal. Dr. Michelle Agpalza-Santos</span><span style="font-size: large;"> takes after her tatay (dad), Dr. Ezra Agpalza of San Agustin, Isabela, who worked his way to become a dentist and eventually owned a small dental clinic in Sta. Rosa, Laguna. Michelle recalls stories of her dad’s inventiveness and resourcefulness; he sometimes had to improvise or even build his own dental equipment.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"> “He modified the aquarium pump and turned it into a dental suction. Back then, there were no power tools!” she relates. Her father also sold his homemade dental equipment to his classmates to help pay for his tuition. His example was a source of inspiration for the young Michelle. After graduation from university and passing the board exam, Michelle found herself helping around in her dad’s dental clinic until she came to Canada. Her mom, Teresita Agpalza, who is from Sta. Rosa, was likewise a hard worker. She gave up her career as a teacher at Arellano High School to take care of her family.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Encouraged by relatives in Winnipeg, she decided to explore the requirements of earning a license to practice dentistry in Canada. Driven by a thirst for knowledge and a deep sense to expand her horizons, she worked hard to challenge the national dental board examination. A road not many new immigrants would dare tread. Undeterred by the hoops and hurdles that must be overcome to get a Canadian license, she went ahead and took the first three of four exams that were offered only in BC. For her last exam, she had to travel to Nova Scotia. This was a practical exam, so she had to bring along her own patients and pay their way and lodging. Four exams, many sleepless nights, and a sizable bank loan later, she obtained the coveted license to practice dentistry in Canada. This was no small feat for a young newcomer with foreign credentials. Michelle is now a member of the Manitoba Dental Association and the Winnipeg Dental Society, while still a member of the Philippine Dental Society.</span>

A Filipina Dentist's Journey To Canada

She worked hard to challenge the national dental board examination – a road not many new immigrants would dare tread. It was a cold bl...

Dr. Rommel A. Manalit Of Mandaluyong

December 16, 2016 Francis Dominic 0

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<span style="font-size: large;">In Mandaluyong, specifically at Unit 1604, Medical Plaza Ortigas, you will find a quality dental clinic called RMFC Dental Clinics primarily visited by Dr. Rommel A. Manalit. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Dr. Manalit has an experience of 21 years in this field. He practices at RMFC Dental Clinics in Wack-Wack Greenhills, Mandaluyong. The doctor completed DMD - Doctor of Dental Medicine from Centro Escolar University.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Some of the services provided by the doctor are: Dental Fillings, Artificial Teeth, Tooth Extraction, Cosmetic/ Aesthetic Dentistry and BPS Dentures Fixing etc.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">His appointments are strictly done by prior reservations so it is imperative to set a consultation or a procedure with him beforehand. He is available from Tuesday to Saturday and he is reachable through his clinic's telephone number, 910-70-52. </span></div>

Dr. Rommel A. Manalit Of Mandaluyong

In Mandaluyong, specifically at Unit 1604, Medical Plaza Ortigas, you will find a quality dental clinic called RMFC Dental Clinics pr...

This Toothpaste Will Finally Put An End To Dental Fillings

December 13, 2016 Francis Dominic 0

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<span style="font-size: large;">It's definite and universal to all. Going to a dentist costs big time. From just having a simple check-up to getting surgical treatments for cracked teeth and damaged gums. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Aside from the extravagant expenditure a trip to the dentist's clinic entails, some people are just irrationally and plainly terrified with the thought of having to widely open their mouth and getting their teeth swept away with dental instruments. This may seem funny and absurd for some, but this phobia is scientifically and medically existent. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Well, for those who aren't convinced with the standard every-6-months appointment with the dental docs, here is a hint of bright light for you. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Kazue Yamagishi of Japan, led the way for the discovery of a toothpaste called Charcle, capable of hastily filling unwanted holes in teeth as well as embarrassing dental cracks. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">The toothpaste is basically black in color and comes with a unique ingredient causing the mixture to crystalize 3 minutes after its application.  In addition to its ingenuity, the toothpaste is able to restore enamel in the teeth. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Tooth enamel is one of the four major tissues that make up the tooth in humans and many other animals, including some species of fish. It makes up the normally visible part of the tooth, covering the crown. It is a very hard, white to off-white, highly mineralised substance that acts as a barrier to protect the tooth but can become susceptible to degradation, especially by acids from food and drink.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The toothpaste basically attaches to the natural enamel of teeth thereby making the structure more durable and fortified able to withstand crunchy and hard edibles. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Charcle is now being commercialized in Japan and in some parts of the world. </span></div>
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This Toothpaste Will Finally Put An End To Dental Fillings

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The 'Smile Artist' Of Makati City

December 09, 2016 Francis Dominic 0

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<span style="font-size: large;">"I always believe in innovation and making use of the best technology and materials available. I believed in improving the way we do things. Not just in my practice, but in every aspect of life," Dr. Infantado beams. She adds, "Tailor fitting treatment for patients is very important. I believed that treatments should always be based on the needs and comfort zone of patients."</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Dr. Cecile Infantado, The resident dentist of Smiles Dental Clinic, located in Makati City, admits that she believes in the traditional dental practices, however, as she claims that she only utilizes materials that are state-of-the-art and competent in the modern era of advanced aesthetics. She cites an example, saying "if I get young patient young patient wanting to get veneers, I would usually advice against it and offer bonding instead. This procedure will drastically change the appearance of anyone's smile in less than a couple of hours."</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Starting off with her training in Hawaii, she even aspired for higher academic attainments in dentistry in the University of California Los Angeles (UCLA). Dr. Infantado, through her almost 2 decades and 2 years of dental practice, is already honed to give her patients the smile they always wanted. She became, and still is, an active member of the prestigious American Academy of Cosmetic Industry.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">But her clinic isn't all about beauty and glamour for it also boasts of the latest dental equipment perfectly fir for the wide range of cosmetic dental procedures she offers. From teeth whitening to teeth sculpture, from porcelain veneers to porcelain crowns and bridges - event orthodontics dental implants!</span></div>
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The 'Smile Artist' Of Makati City

"I always believe in innovation and making use of the best technology and materials available. I believed in improving the way we ...

Humans May Soon Regrow Teeth With This New Advancement Found In Fishes

December 06, 2016 Francis Dominic 0

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<span style="font-size: large;">You know that the key to a great smile is keeping your pearly whites in top-notch shape. The best way to do that? By taking really good care of your tooth enamel.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Hey Kids, here is some candy!  All kidding aside, this could be an amazing advancement if the technology holds true in the coming years.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Colorful fish found in Africa may hold the secret to growing lost teeth. In a collaborative study between the Georgia Institute of Technology and King’s College London, researchers looked at the cichlid fishes of Lake Malawi in Africa, who lose teeth just to have a new one slide into place. Their study, published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, identifies the genes responsible for growing new teeth and may lead to the secret to "tooth regeneration" in humans.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Working with hundreds of these colorful fish, researchers are beginning to understanding how the animals maintain their hundreds of teeth throughout their adult lives. By studying how structures in embryonic fish differentiate into either teeth or taste buds, the researchers hope to one day be able to turn on the tooth regeneration mechanism in humans – which, like other mammals, get only two sets of teeth to last a lifetime.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">The work, which also involved a study of dental differentiation in mice, shows that the structures responsible for growing new teeth may remain active for longer than previously thought, suggesting that the process might be activated in human adults.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Worldwide, approximately 30 percent of persons have lost all their teeth by the time they reach the age of 60. Beyond the painful dental health issues, this can causes significant medical and nutritional problems that can shorten life.</span><br />
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Humans May Soon Regrow Teeth With This New Advancement Found In Fishes

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Filipino Dentist in Riyadh : Shamira Tonio

September 26, 2016 Tech Support • 0

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<span style="font-size: large;">For those looking for a Filipino Dentist in Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Shamira Tonio is the name to remember.<br /><br />Shamira graduated from the Centro Escolar University-Mendiola College of Dentistry in the schoolyear ending 2007.<br /><br />She hails from Kidapawan City and speaks Cebuano, Tagalog and Hiligaynon (Ilonggo).  For the past 5 years, she has been working in a clinic owned by a Saudi national and is the only Filipino dentist in the center.<br /><br />Shamira is currently the Mass Media Officer of the organization for Filipino Dentists in KSA in Riyadh.  The organization has already become a chapter of the Philippine Dental Association.<br /><br />About getting licensed as a dentist in KSA, Shamira said that one has to take the prometric examination in the Ministry of Health.  Some Filipino dentists took the exam before they left the Philippines but she took the prometric exam in Riyadh.<br /><br />Filipinos are given three months from the time of arrival in Riyadh to take the exam.*</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><br />Pinoydentist.com asked Shamira, "Being from Kidapawan in Mindanao, did it make it easier to adjust in KSA considering that you came from an Islamic setting back home?".<br /><br />Dr. Tonio candidly replied, "Not really, because the people in Kidapawan are mostly Christians and I am a Roman Catholic.  I grew up studying in a Catholic school.  But being from the province and studying in Manila away from the comforts of home, I have learned to become independent. Being here is just like being in Manila, but with foreign co-workers.  They are not necessarily dentists and are mostly nurses but they are Filipina.<br /><br /><br /><span style="font-size: small;"><br />*Information provided has been based on published procedures as of this writing.  The Filipino Dentist still recommends that those interested to practice their dentistry in KSA, should check with the embassy and other authorized offices of the Kingdom, prior to buying any tickets to KSA.</span><br /></span><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: medium;"><br /></span><br />
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Am I A Likely Candidate For Dental Implants?

September 07, 2016 Pinoy Dentist 0

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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Dental implants have grown in popularity over the last few years. This
is because people know that they can be made to resemble natural teeth, roots
and all. But here is the thing, not everyone can have dental implants put in.
So how does one know if he or she is a likely candidate for this particular
dental prosthesis? Here are a few factors that dentists have to consider before
giving the green light with regard to this procedure.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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condition. Diabetes is one of the most common autoimmune diseases that dentists
have to watch out for. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">This condition is not exclusively found in overweight individuals.
Therefore, if a patient of average weight were to come in out of the blue and
request dental implants, a good dentist would first urge him or her to have a
test done to rule out diabetes and either autoimmune conditions.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">If a patient has been edentulous for too long, there will be marked
resorption in the area without teeth. This would make it hard to attach the titanium
post on the area, as a certain amount of bone density is necessary to make sure
that the implant stays put for at least half a century or longer.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">There is a way around that, if the patient is really decided on this
particular procedure. He or she should be willing to have a bone graft
performed on the area. However, it might take time as the bone has to heal
properly. Even so, if he or she is willing to wait, then there won’t be a
problem.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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it is important that the patient’s gums are in the best condition possible.
People who have any type of gum disease should have that resolved before they
can even consider having dental implants put in place.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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with poor oral hygiene. This is because in most cases, they are too set in
their ways to improve their home care regimen. However, if they are truly
willing to commit to better oral hygiene practices, a dentist may be willing to
consider using dental implants instead of regular dentures.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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the blood supply to the area. This will lead to possible failure of the
treatment plan. Therefore, the patient would be wasting his or her cash and
time. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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now would be a good time to consider using a smoking cessation device. However,
it will take time before you can be cleared for this procedure.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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the benefit of the doubt, a patient who wishes to have this particular type of
prosthesis should schedule a consultation with a dentist who specializes in
this treatment plan. He or she will be able to assess if the patient is a
likely candidate for this procedure.</span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">Being a dentist might seem like such a cushy job. People
imagine dentists holed up in their air-conditioned offices, waiting for
patients to arrive and then performing teeny-tiny procedures for an absurd
amount of cash.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">Over the years, many patients or parents of patients have
though along those lines. In fact, the parents of patients may even now be
forking over a good deal of tuition towards their offspring’s dental tuition
because they still believe it is such a cushy and easy job. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">The truth is that dentistry isn’t as easy as they think it
is. So here are a few things dentists would like their patients to know. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Expensive<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">Dent tuition isn’t what makes dentistry expensive. The books
don’t make dentistry expensive either. What makes dentistry truly expensive is
the amount that students have to pay for dental materials and tools. These
things won’t last a lifetime yet they still cost a lot of money and have to be
changed every few years or so.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">Clinics are expensive. Every dentistry student has a chart
to complete each year. This chart is filled with cases that they have to
accomplish before moving on to the next level. This may or may not include 10
or so prophylaxis cases of varying degrees. The chart is usually composed of a
few cases for fixed dentures and removable dentures along with a certain number
of cases involving root canals, perhaps cavity restorations as well. Most
patients are of low socioeconomic status. Therefore, a clinician will have to
pay the patient for his or her time, pay for the cost of lab work and foot the
bill for the prosthesis. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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materials are not cheap. So please, patients, do not ask for discounts.
Dentists have to eat and pay for utilities too. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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You to Come Back<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">Years ago, a clinical instructor told us that he had
discovered the key to making patients come back. These were prosthodontic
patients by the way. He said that the best way to get them to come back was to
make sure to use green or blue acrylic instead of tooth-colored ones on their
temporary crowns and bridges. (Hello, Doc Damo of SWU!)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">That’s the thing though. Patients usually don’t come back
after the first visit. They think it might save them money, especially those
who only pay for half of the procedure. This is where they are wrong.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">If you have a root canal done, you leave with a temporary
filling in most cases. Failure to return would mean that the tooth has not
received ample protection. That would mean losing the tooth to decay and
treatment failure just because the patient failed to come back.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">When you get temporary dentures, please note that these will
not last. They are not made to withstand years of wear and tear. They are
placeholders and they MUST be changed. Please come back for the final dentures
because at the end of the day, it will be your loss, not the dentist’s. Yes,
your loss, my edentulous friend with loose dentures that will fall out in
public. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Thing as DIY Braces<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">Please do not think that DIY braces really work. Recently,
there have been ads circulating on social media wherein the person was offering
DIY braces. Braces are not for show. They have a purpose! They must be put in
place by a dentist who is at least licensed to perform orthodontic therapy. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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a time when your roots break free from your alveolar bone and your teeth start
to hurt, it is the right of a licensed orthodontic practitioner to refuse to
handle your case.  So please, no DIY.
There are no DIYs in dentistry. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Aren’t Enough<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">A toothbrush and floss does not equal to thorough dental
care. Just because you do both regularly does not mean that you should avoid
visiting your dentist at least twice yearly.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">You can brush and floss 3 times a day but there will always
be some deposits leftover. Please come visit us! We have the expertise and the
tools needed to remove deep-seated debris. We promise you that you will not
have to worry about bad breath for 6 months or more.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">Dentists do their best to ensure that their patients have
the best oral health. But sometimes, just sometimes, patients forget that their
dentists are important, sometimes underpaid and that they have feelings too. So
if you are a patient who has thought of doing or has done any of the above
things, please hug your dentist and apologize during your next visit. </span><o:p></o:p><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Crooked teeth can be a factor that contributes to lower self-esteem. People who suffer from malocclusion see celebrities on television with perfect smiles and wish they were able to flaunt teeth that are just as straight and sparkly.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Malocclusion is not just an aesthetic concern. Various independent studies show that malocclusion can lead to TMJ problems, if it is left untreated. This is why dreaming of straighter teeth is not just a quest for the vain, but for people who wish to attain over-all health and well-being.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><b>I Don't Want To Be A Metal Mouth</b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Traditional braces provide patients with straighter teeth. However, people who are well out of the teen to young adult age bracket may feel conscious about sporting a metal mouth. There are also certain individuals who are allergic to the components of traditional braces. Now that does not mean that one has to trudge onward with the teeth he or she is born with. There is another option.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><b>Why More People Choose Invisalign</b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Invisalign is gaining popularity in the Philippines. This corrective apparatus looks almost like a mouthgard but is thinner and more or less inconspicuous. Unless traditional braces, it is made of a clear material that is custom-made to mold into the patient's tooth structures, providing adequate resistance to promote tooth movement. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">This orthodontic apparatus fixes a wide range of bite problems including crossbite, underbite, overbite and minimal crowding. Invisalign aligners are precision-made using a machine that starts by plotting tooth movements. Therefore, a patient has to change aligners every few weeks to improve his or her occlusion.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><b>Why Choose Aligners?</b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Aligners are removable. Patients have to take them off when they eat and thus, they can indulge in their favorite crunchy and sticky food, those that are prohibited when one has traditional braces. However, for the movement to take effect, it would be best to wear the apparatus for 22 hours each day. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">With regard to price, it might seem more expensive than traditional braces. But if one were to consider the cost of replacing elastic bands, missing brackets and broken molar bands, one would realize that there isn't much of a price difference.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Invisalign has gained popularity in the Philippines in the last half decade, with more people forgoing the usual metal-mouth and opting for inconspicuous aligners. If you want to know more about this revolutionary treatment option, visit a licensed Invisalign dentist today!</span><br />
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Dental Veneers: The Secret to the Celebrity Smile

August 23, 2016 Pinoy Dentist 0

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<span style="font-size: large;">We all want white and sparkly teeth. Sadly, not all of us are blessed with good genes. We see local and international celebrities on t.v. and we long to have their pearly whites. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">The truth is that not all of those pearly whites are God-given. In most cases, these were created by a skilled dentist. But before we discuss that, let us talk about the reason most of us have yellowish or discolored teeth.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>Why We Have Yellowish or Discolored Dentition</b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Discolored dentition may be caused by many factors. One of the most important factors is heredity. Some individuals have a thinner enamel layer than others. Enamel is the outermost layer of the crown and provides the tooth with a pearly white color. If a person has parents or grandparents with weak enamel, he or she may be born with the same condition.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Another factor to consider would be staining. Certain types of highly-pigmented food and drinks may lead to staining. Excessive consumption of cofee, tea, red wine, tomatoes and even blueberries can lead to discolored teeth. Please note that these minor stains may be removed with a good dose of in-office tooth whitening treatments. However, in cases of tetracycline-induced discoloration and other types of major staining, it would be best to consider another option.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>What Are Veneers?</b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Veneers are wafer-thin shells that are customized by a dentist or lab technician. These are used as onlays, covering discolored or fractured teeth. This process requires the dentist to remove a thin layer of the enamel to make way for the "shell." The process is done in such a way that there is no downtime and discomfort. However, please keep in mind that patients usually have to come back after one to 2 weeks for the finished product. Temporary veneers are put in place to avoid any loss of self-esteem and embarrassment while the final veneers are being made.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">A skilled dentist or technician will be able to mimic the hue and shade of the rest of the dentition. This procedure may be paired with a few tooth whitening treatments to lighten the shade of the natural teeth, unless a patient decides to have all his or her teeth capped.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>Veneers in the Philippine Setting</b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Patients who opt for this procedure are usually celebrities, politicians and beauty queens. However, many dentists offer affordable rates for this cosmetic procedure. Hence, more people are able to afford this type of treatment. These days, more new-grads and college students are getting veneers done to give them an edge when they join the workforce. Pearly white dentition is a dream that is becoming quite attainable these days. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">If you want to boost your self-confidence, consult a skilled dental expert today!</span><br />
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The Advantages of Dental Implants

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<span style="font-size: large;">Our natural teeth are meant to last for a lifetime. However, due to genetics, trauma and poor oral hygiene, many people find themselves losing more teeth each year. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Our smiles play a major role in our daily lives, especially when it comes to making a first impression. This is why recently toothless people brave their fears and head over to their dentists. Failure to do so can lead to problems like jaw bone resorption and loss of self-confidence, which can greatly affect how one socializes.</span><br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Dental Implants in the Philippines</span></b><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">To be frank, there are still people who wear dentures instead of implants. This could be due to a number of factors. Socioeconomic concerns may make a person unable to afford this procedure. Due to the materials used and the complexity of the procedure, dental implants are priced in such a way that only middle-class to wealthy patients may afford it. There is also a chance that the patient is unable to receive this particular treatment due to health concerns or poor bone density, despite being of a high socioeconomic status.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Despite being a third world country, dental implants are becoming more popular in the Philippines. Instead of fixed or removable dentures, many patients are opting for dental implants for many reasons.</span><br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">The Advantages of Choosing Dental Implants </span></b><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Most dentists will tell you that they prefer this particular dental prosthesis for edentulous patients. This is because implants provide patients with the following benefits:</span><br />
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<li><b><span style="font-size: large;">They Look Real </span></b></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;">Just like any other prosthesis, it is important to make sure that an implant looks like it "belongs." A skilled technician will be able to match the hue of the crown to that of the existing teeth. With regard to shape, the dentist will make sure that the implant looks inconspicuous. Therefore, it will be shaped to match pre-existing dentition.</span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: large;">Implants are most likely to outlive the rest of the natural dentition. Studies have been done in the past to determine how durable this type of prosthetic is. Results show that it may last for 20 years or longer, with proper care of course. </span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: large;">Please note that implants have to be treated like regular teeth. They should be brushed and flossed properly to keep food debris at bay.</span></li>
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<li><span style="font-size: large;">People who have traditional dentures are in danger of social embarrassment, especially if they fail to get their dentures relined regularly. A person who has dental implants will never have to endure the shame that comes with a denture falling out in public.</span></li>
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<li><b><span style="font-size: large;">Regain Youthfulness</span></b></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;">Elderly people who have implants are less likely to worry about wrinkles around their mouth. These unsightly wrinkles are usually caused by trying to hold loose dentures in place. In some cases, they may be a sign that the alveolar bone is starting to resorb as well.</span></li>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Dental implants are a godsend for patients who detest bulky dentures and those who want to remain youthful in their old age. Are you a likely candidate for this procedure? We'll discuss that in a future blog. </span>
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