Periodontal disease begins with gingivitis. This is characterized by swelling or bleeding in the gums et al. It progresses into periodontitis which is an advanced case of gingivitis. To avoid gum disease, it is best to take charge and full control of one’s oral hygiene habits. One should brush teeth at least twice each day…
DetailsDental crowns and bridges are what is termed as fixed prosthetic devices. These are very unlike dentures and other devices which are removable. Dental bridges and crowns, once in place, stay there permanently. Dental crowns can be cemented onto a tooth or teeth which are in existence as well as be used on top of…
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Tooth decay or dental decay is one of the most prevalent oral diseases. This can happen to anyone- children or adults. No matter the intensity, it is also one of the most common reversible diseases. Tooth decay begins once your dental enamel erodes, which can further lead to holes in your teeth. These holes are…
DetailsA dental hygienist or oral hygienist is a licensed dental professional. They are healthcare professionals who offer oral health care services for patients. They are given full training and education in matters regarding prevention and treatment of oral maladies and ailments. In most events, a dental hygienist works towards assisting a dentist in his or…
DetailsPeriodontal diseases are a type of infection related to the gum tissues in our mouth, around our teeth. It is one of the major causes of tooth loss in the country. What is essential to cure periodontal diseases are the maintenance of good oral health and visit your emergency dental care provider regularly. The periodontal…
DetailsBoth dental bridges and dental crowns are fixed and restorative dental prosthetics that are anchored and fixed with the help of dental cement to our original, existing teeth. They can also be used to cover our dental implants as well if we have undergone the treatment for them. The dental crown is mainly used to…
DetailsEndodontic treatment is also called root canal therapy. A qualified dentist does this. The outermost layer of the tooth is called the enamel. The one inner to it is the dentine. The one inner to this is the pulp cavity. This is full of nerves, blood vessels, and cellular matter. During the root canal treatment,…
DetailsBeaches remind us of happy people and an even happier environment. What makes up happy people? Their smiles! Yes. But what if there are defects to your smiles? Fret not! The Sunny Isles Dental Clinic, located at the Sunny Isles Beach, 33160, comprises of experts and professionals who are dedicated to providing you with happier…
DetailsAs we welcome 2017, the biggest task we encourage our patients at Sunny Isles Dental to add to their new year’s resolution is daily flossing. One easy way to accomplish this is creating a place in your shower for your floss. Actually the shower is the best place to floss quickly without worrying about creating a…
DetailsYou probably know that you should get cleaning from your dentist every 6 months – but did you know the reasons for it? One of the biggest is that most people don’t know how to brush their teeth correctly, meaning they never get rid of most of the plaque they get. This is bad news…
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