Tooth Enamel Gene Discovered; May Transform Dentistry
Scientists recently found the gene that governs the growth of the body’s enamel-secreting cells, a major development that may pave the way for the mending of damaged enamel, new approaches to cavity prevention, and the production of replacement teeth.
The research, published in the journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, discovered that the “transcription factor” gene, called Ctip2, plays the enamel-secretion role in addition to other roles that were already known. (Ctip2 is also involved in immune response, and the development of skin and the nervous system.) (Read more about Tooth Enamel Gene Discovered; May Transform Dentistry)
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Expert Commentary: John J. Kelly, DDS 10/27/2009
According to a recent research there has been a gene identified that makes our bodies grow enamel. This discovery now lets us see a clearer picture of how teeth form and could create new opportunities in dental treatments.
Researchers and scientists have been looking for ways to strengthen or replace enamel for a long time. Currently, there are products in the form of pastes that try to repair enamel. These products proclaim to effectively promote the re-calcification of decalcified enamel to thereby positively suppress any dental caries. With these recent genetic discoveries it now seems possible that we may be able to completely replace enamel instead of just repairing it. (Read more about Expert Commentary: John J. Kelly, DDS 10/27/2009)
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Whitening ToothPaste
So you want to flash those pearly whites?
Sure you can get yourself lasered, you can go to your dentist to get bleached, but what about the low tech method: toothpaste.
Dr. Marc Liechtung, a cosmetic dentist and owner of this laser whitening center, says they do have a role. “These products have become an adjunct to in office bleaching. So we tell our patients to go out after bleaching, and get whitening toothpaste.”
In whitening toothpastes, there are two general categories of whiteners—abrasives--the most common one is silica, and anti-tartar agents.
Unlike bleaching agents like hydrogen peroxide, which get into the tooth, these superficial whiteners clean surface stains--mostly along the gum line and in between teeth.
They get to stains from things like coffee and smoking.
“People want to get like 7-8 shades lighter they’re not going to do it with just toothpaste,”says Dr. Liechtung.
But Dr. Robert Gerlach, who leads the studies on whitening at crest, says the right whitening toothpaste can make a huge difference. “The before and after images are remarkable; the patient clearly looks remarkably better. But we haven’t affected the underlying tooth color. To do that we have to diffuse peroxide in. So if you don’t have stain on your teeth, we can’t remove that stain.”
Dr. Gerlach says there are innumerable studies to back up the whitening claims. And to add to that, four crest and three Colgate pastes have the ADA seal of approval for whitening.
Dr. Clifford Whall, Director of the ADA Acceptance Program, says, “Our guidelines set specific levels of whiteness that they have to achieve in order to receive our seal.”
That’s not to say other toothpastes with whitening on the label but without the seal don’t whiten…in fact, if they contain silica, for example, they probably do.
“The second thing the whitening toothpaste do, however, is they prevent daily stain accumulation,” states Dr. Gerlach.
The ADA seal adds a layer of guarantee that there is clinical data to back up the claim. (Read more about Whitening ToothPaste)
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Snap-on-Teeth
Along with picking out the perfect wedding gown, bride to be, Jennifer Vasquez, also wants the perfect smile on her wedding day. Jennifer saved herself considerable time and money by opting for snap-on teeth. "Over the years, my teeth have been slowly getting smaller and duller." says Jennifer. Trying to save for her wedding, spending a lot of money on veneers wasn't an option, which is why Jennifer went with snap-on teeth. (Read more about Snap-on-Teeth)
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Dental Decay
Megan Moynihan never suspected that her regularly scheduled visit to the dentist would have her facing the drill. "I came in for a check-up and a cleaning and they took X-rays. It turned out that I had 7 cavities." says Megan. (Read more about Dental Decay)
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Dr. Alexander Ataii, M.D.
Laser Clinique - Aesthetic, Surgical, Medical and Dental Spa
4765 Carmel Mountain Rd. Suite #207
San Diego,
California
92130
Call 858-481-7701
Looking for a way to get younger and smoother looking skin? It's natural for people to want to look their best each day. But, for many women diet and exercise alone aren't enough to get rid of cellulite. If you or a loved one is searching for a non-invasive way to get smoother and healthier looking skin, Laser Clinique can help. Mesotherapy have been practiced all over the world for the past 50 years because of its ability destroy those stubborn fatty cells and rejuvenate skin. By introducing natural extracts, homeopathic agents, pharmaceuticals and vitamins into the skin, mesothreapy can heal and tighten damaged or sagging skin. Don't spend another moment living self consciously because of cellulite, those in San Diego, California contact Laser Clinique today.
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Dr. Payam C. Ataii, D.M.D.
Laser Dental Center
24881 Alicia Pkwy
Laguna Hills,
California
92653
Call 949-707-5273
Does your child dread going to the dentist? If invasive dental treatments frighten your child laser dentistry may provide a more pleasant solution. Dr. Payam Ataii, D.M.D. of the Laser Dental Center in Laguna Hills, CA uses laser dentistry to treat dental problems quickly and painlessly. Your child no longer has to be afraid of painful dental procedures when there's laser dentistry to get the job done.
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Malo Advanced Oral Rehabilitation
Malo Advanced Oral Rehabilitation
201 Route 17 N.
Rutherford,
New Jersey
07070
Call 888-847-5154
Your teeth are important tools to eating and speaking. However, their role is so much more than just that of a tool. They are also a source of confidence and a way to tell the world about you without saying a word. Missing teeth due to accident, disease, or decay has both immediate and long-term consequences on confidence and oral health. For artificial teeth and implants that you can use the same day, Malo Advanced Oral Rehabilitation just outside of Manhattan, New York City uses the All on 4%u2122 technique for dental implants to ensure that patients can keep smiling for years to come.
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Dr. Payam C. Ataii, D.M.D.
Laser Dental Center
24881 Alicia Pkwy
Laguna Hills,
California
92653
Call 949-707-5273
Everyone needs quality dental care and sometimes dental surgery is necessary to preserve one’s health and protect their smile. Unfortunately traditional dental surgery can be difficult and even dangerous to perform on some patients. The Laser Dental Center near Santa Ana, California provides the solution to that problem with Laser dental surgery.
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Malo Advanced Oral Rehabilitation
Malo Advanced Oral Rehabilitation
201 Route 17 N.
Rutherford,
New Jersey
07070
Call 888-289-2631
Losing teeth to injury, disease, or decay can be difficult to deal with. Teeth not only help with chewing and digestion, but affect the way we speak, and feel. As leaders in dental implantology and fixed oral rehabilitation, we provide complete solutions for damaged teeth reconstruction. You can have a brand new smile in a single day with All-on-4 dental implants.
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Malo Advanced Oral Rehabilitation
Malo Advanced Oral Rehabilitation
201 Route 17 N.
Rutherford,
New Jersey
07070
Call 888-207-4221
If you have lost teeth due to disease or an accident, it is natural to feel a little embarrassed and to want to repair them. Dental implants are a natural-looking solution to replace missing teeth, and MALO Advanced Oral Rehabilitation serving Camden, New Jersey uses new techniques in implantation like the All-on-4%u2122 to restore smiles like yours.
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Malo Advanced Oral Rehabilitation
Malo Advanced Oral Rehabilitation
201 Route 17 N.
Rutherford,
New Jersey
07070
Call 888-289-2631
Your smile not only leaves a lasting impression but is a vital part of your everyday life. If you are seeking a dental implant specialist to treat dental problems affecting your smile, Malo Advanced Oral Rehabilitation can help you. Located in Bergen County, New Jersey, we offer the revolutionary All-on-4 procedure; a procedure that can potentially change your life with beautiful new teeth in only one day.
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Malo Advanced Oral Rehabilitation
Malo Advanced Oral Rehabilitation
201 Route 17 N.
Rutherford,
New Jersey
07070
Call 888-207-4221
Dental problems affect not only your physical health but can hurt your self-confidence. If you think that dental implants or bridges may be a solution to your problem, Malo Advanced Oral Rehabilitation can help you. Our devotion to a higher standard of dental and personal care shows in every patient smile, and our innovative All-on-4 technique offers you an effective dental implant procedure that takes only one day. At our location in Bergen County, New Jersey, we brighten smiles every day.
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Malo Advanced Oral Rehabilitation
Malo Advanced Oral Rehabilitation
201 Route 17 N.
Rutherford,
New Jersey
07070
Call 888-207-4221
The health of your mouth affects your overall health to a large degree, so taking proper care of your teeth and gums is important. Of course, over the course of our lives, things happen. Maybe you have lost teeth due to disease or an accident and are considering oral surgery like dental implants. Some people are told they aren%u2019t candidates. If you have been denied implant surgery due to low bone volume in your jaw, Malo Advanced Oral Rehabilitation near NYC, New York can help you, almost always without the need for bone grafting. Using techniques like the All on 4%u2122 technique for dental implants, you can have a beautiful new smile the same day your implants are placed.
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Dr. Alan Wolcott D.D.S.
Dental Health Associates PA
1734 Elton Road, #231
Silver Spring,
Maryland
20903
Call 888-304-1403
Are you looking to improve your smile? Having a healthy, beautiful smile projects confidence and affects the way people see you. Cosmetic dentistry can help improve your smile and sense of wellbeing. Dental Health Associates in Silver Spring, MD is home to a team of talented and skilled cosmetic dentists.
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Malo Advanced Oral Rehabilitation
Malo Advanced Oral Rehabilitation
201 Route 17 N.
Rutherford,
New Jersey
07070
Call 888-207-4221
Taking the right care of your mouth is important to both oral health and overall wellbeing. If you are in need of oral surgery or considering dental implant surgery to replace lost teeth, you want to be sure that the care you are getting is the best that money can buy. Malo Advanced Oral Rehabilitation in northern New Jersey is a leader in oral surgery like the All on 4%u2122 technique for dental implants, a protocol that immediately places new teeth the same day as surgery. In just a matter of hours, you can be smiling with teeth that look and feel like the real thing.
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Malo Advanced Oral Rehabilitation
Malo Advanced Oral Rehabilitation
201 Route 17 N.
Rutherford,
New Jersey
07070
Call 888-847-5154
The health of your mouth is important. So important, in fact, that you wouldn't trust just anyone with an oral surgery procedure such as dental implantation. Malo Advanced Oral Rehabilitation, a 12,000 sq. ft. facility just outside of Manhattan, New York City in the MALO CLINIC Health & Wellness building, is a leader in fixed oral rehabilitation and implantology. If the loss of your teeth has left you searching for a permanent (non-removable) solution, we can help you have the beautiful confident smile you miss the same day your implants are placed.
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New Century Smile Dental Arts
New Century Smile Dental Arts
250 E. 58th st
NYC,
NY
10022
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If you're ashamed to show off your teeth because they aren't at their whitest, then here's a promising solution for you. At his practice in Manhattan, New York, New Century Smile Dental Arts can provide you with an effective teeth whitening treatment that is designed to help you attain a fresh-looking, sparkly smile. After seeing New Century Smile Dental Arts, you will be able to show the world your confidence. Thanks to his skillful approach, hiding your smile no longer has to be your only option.
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Dr. Payam C. Ataii, D.M.D.
Laser Dental Center
24881 Alicia Pkwy
Laguna Hills,
California
92653
Call 949-707-5273
If you want to put the structure and beauty back into your teeth and the brightness back in your smile natural color fillings could make your wishes come true. There isn't a need for you to continue dealing with unsightly and painful holes in your teeth. Dr. Payam Ataii of the Laser Dental Center in Laguna Hills, CA uses natural color fillings to restore the natural shape and use of decayed tooth cavities.
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Malo Advanced Oral Rehabilitation
Malo Advanced Oral Rehabilitation
201 Route 17 N.
Rutherford,
New Jersey
07070
Call 888-207-4221
A smile leaves a lasting impression; it's one of the things that people will remember the most about you. If you have missing teeth the effect is immediate and significant. A dental implant specialist can help you get back that winning smile and make the right impression. At Malo Advanced Oral Rehabilitation in New Jersey, they specialize in the immediate placement of prosthetics after implant surgery. Using techniques like the All-on-4 dental implant procedure for edentulous patients, even those who were previously unable to get new teeth with implants can now get a full set of beautiful new teeth in a day.
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Dr. William Esh
West End Dental
243 West End Ave
New York City,
NY
10023
Call (888) 817-9774
Want beautiful crowns that help improve your smile? The dentists of West End Dental, on the Upper East Side of Manhattan, NYC has specialty training in prosthodontics. With years of clinical experience, they understands the dynamics of a smile and what it means to you. They use their knowledge of dentistry to give you the smile you want to enhance your overall appearance.
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Malo Advanced Oral Rehabilitation
Malo Advanced Oral Rehabilitation
201 Route 17 N.
Rutherford,
New Jersey
07070
Call 888-207-4221
If damaged or missing teeth are affecting your appearance or your ability to chew and speak and you've been told dental implants are not an option due to low mandible bone volume, MALO Advanced Oral Rehabilitation can help you. Using the All-on-4%u2122 method of implant dentistry, we give our patients beautiful new replacement teeth in one day.
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Dr. Payam C. Ataii, D.M.D.
Laser Dental Center
24881 Alicia Pkwy
Laguna Hills,
California
92653
Call 949-707-5273
If you are feeling embarrassed about your smile because of unevenness, embarrassing stains, cracks and chips, you are not alone. Laser Dental Center understands that a beautiful, healthy smile is important, and they use the most advanced technologies to help you improve your smile’s appearance. Dr. Payam C. Ataii uses the latest laser technologies in combination with his knowledge and skill in cosmetic, general and laser dentistry to bring you the best treatment and care available. These technologies can aid in achieving several desired results such as straightening, reshaping, erasing stains and repairing cracks and chips. Benefits from using these FDA approved lasers include less of a need for anesthesia, more precision, and are safer, faster, and effective. If you are looking for a cosmetic surgeon to help you with your dental needs, call Dr. Ataii, located in the Irvine, California area.
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Dr. Payam C. Ataii, D.M.D.
Laser Dental Center
24881 Alicia Pkwy
Laguna Hills,
California
92653
Call 949-707-5273
Is gum disease ruining your smile or making your worry about possible tooth loss? An oral surgeon can stop the loss of gum tissue using new technologies like lasers, and at the Laser Dental Center in Laguna Hills, San Diego, California, Dr. Payam C. Ataii uses his more than 10 years of experience to keep people smiling bigger and brighter every day.
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New Century Smile Dental Arts
New Century Smile Dental Arts
250 E. 58th st
Manhattan,
NY
10022
Call
If your teeth are slightly crooked, it's understandable that you would want to find an effective way to straighten them out. However, the process of wearing braces can seem as unappealing as leaving your teeth the way they are, making you feel less confident about showing off your smile. But, the professionals at New Century Smile Dental Arts offers a more attractive alternative to noticeable looking braces at his practice in Upper East Side, New York. They provide invisible braces designed to help you achieve that beautiful straight-looking smile without having to share the secret.
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