Category Archives : Patient Education

Gum Disease and Heart Attack – A Deadly Relationship

There is growing evidence that the presence of periodontal (gum) disease can be linked to the incidence of coronary heart disease. Gums infected with periodontal disease are toxic reservoirs of disease-causing bacteria. The bacteria hide in pockets next to the teeth, where the gums have pulled away from the tooth surface. When gums are this […]

Performing Class 5 white filling with dental microscope

Below is a video showing Dr. Nguyen used a dental microscope (Leica M320 with integrated video) to perform a class 5 composite filling.  The microscope provided premium optical quality to enhance the visualization of fine anatomical details and therefore it allowed Dr. Nguyen to see the cavity more clearly.    He was able to restore […]

Grinding Your Teeth (Bruxism)

Bruxism is the clenching or grinding of the teeth, which occurs primarily while you are sleeping. The symptoms of bruxism are: a sore, tired jaw difficulty opening and closing your mouth sensitive teeth earaches or pain in your jaw joint The pressure on your teeth is many times greater during bruxism than during normal chewing. […]

Indications for dental implants

Implants are the newest thing in dentistry today.  This technique was discovered about 25 years ago, but it does not become popular until now.  In our office, in order to reduce the risk of placing the implants, we use computer-guided surgery.    

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