Japanese scientists are paving the way for futuristic teeth that are free from decay. They have developed a microscopic coating for teeth that prevents dental decay from deteriorating teeth – it may also make these teeth appear whiter! Professor Shigeki Hontsu at Kinki University in western Japan says, “This is the world’s first flexible apatite sheet” The microscopic coating is a film that covers the tooth. The film is made of a hardwearing and extremely flexible material called hydroxyapatite. This Read more…

 Dentistry Solutions from Perfect Smile Studios Dental Veneers The latest veneers are made from porcelain to give the illusion of straight teeth. The porcelain can be partial or complete. It all depends on the foundational teeth. Find out more about dental veneers. In cases where teeth are not so crooked Dr. Doshi prefers No Preparation Ultrathin Veneers. But in all cases smile design principles need to be followed to create an ultimate smile that is both long term and Read more…

Scientists from the University of Central Lancashire have found that brushing teeth regularly can not only reduce the risk of developing oral cancer, heart disease and diabetes, but can help prevent dementia as well. The researchers discovered that there is a clear link between how regularly a person cleans their teeth and dementia. This is because bacteria that causes gum disease can reach the brain and destroy neurons, damaging nerve cells and triggering possible memory loss. The study was led Read more…

Stem cells from human urine have been successfully used to grow out rudimentary teeth, suggesting that if the technique is developed, it could present scientists with a solution to replace lost teeth, the BBC reported. The research was carried out by a team of Chinese academics and engineers at the Guangzhou Institutes of Biomedicine and Health and it is not the first similar study that has looked into stem cells. In fact, researchers from all over the world are working Read more…

For years, lasers have revolutionized the medical industry and now laser dentistry procedures are taking off. However, anytime new technologies are introduced, people naturally will have questions. Here is a list of frequently asked questions (FAQs). What is a laser? Lasers are beams of light that are a single wavelength and colour. Laser is an acronym derived from “Light Amplification by Stimulated Emission of Radiation.” How does it differ from regular sunlight? White light is made up of light with many Read more…

Can teeth repair themselves?   A team of researchers at King’s College London have developed a completely painless method to reverse tooth decay by encouraging teeth to repair themselves. The method is still a long way off wide-spread commercial use but scientists believe that the technology could mean that cavities no longer need to be treated with drilling and fillings, particularly cavities in young children.   Dental caries is one of the most common preventable diseases, with about 2.3 billion Read more…

According to new research by the University of Manchester, one in ten British children at the age of five have a filling and about two in five have tooth decay. However, many dental experts claim there is no need to fill milk teeth unless they cause pain or discomfort, as they will fall out anyway. Some specialists believe that fillings put children through procedures that are not really necessary and should be avoided as long as the condition does not Read more…

Are you afraid of the dentist’s drill and the injections but dislike the shape and form of your teeth? Well now with the latest innovations in veneer technology, you can take years off your look without drilling your teeth or any injections! This is great news for anyone who is nervous when visiting the dentist. Studies have shown that the two most nerve-wrecking things in dentistry are the noise of the dentist’s drill and the dental injection. Well, now this worry Read more…

Innovations have helped medical science tremendously, especially over the last 20 years. This has equally applied in this area of dentistry. However, as exciting as this might be for the scientific community, rapidly advancing technologies can prove to be confusing and over- marketed for the every day consumer. How do we decipher fact from fiction? Pioneering technologies often initiate points of discussion on usage, optimal outcomes and longevity amongst dentist communities in various forums and meetings. The results of these Read more…