Dental bridges literally bridge the gap created by one or more missing teeth. A typical bridge consists of two crowns (one on each side of the gap created by missing tooth/teeth) and a false tooth/teeth (that fill in the gap and is attached to the crowns). These two crowned ‘anchoring teeth’ are called abutment teeth. These…
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ABOUT GUM DISEASE There are three main types of gum disease: gingivitis, periodontitis and acute necrotising ulcerative gingivitis (ANUG). Gum disease is very common – gingivitis, the early form affects more than half of adults worldwide. It can be treated by a dentist or hygienist and in the early stages the effects can be reversed.…
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A crown (sometimes called a cap) is a tooth-shaped covering that fits over a single damaged or discolored tooth. Designed to mimic the tooth’s exact shape and color, it covers the whole surface above the gum line, yet preserves the tooth’s roots. Crowns can be made of various materials: dental porcelain (including new high tech…
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TOP 10 THINGS TO DO IN VIETNAM Vietnam has still a way to go before being a world-renowned destination. However, it still has its share of activities. These range from stunning Ha Long Bay to beautifully quaint Hoi An to Ho Chi Minh’s mausoleum. The Cu Chi tunnels represent the sheer grit and ‘can-do’ attitude…
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TWIN BLOCK APPLIANCE A twin block appliance is a type of plate that is called a functional appliance. Functional appliances are used to encourage growth of the lower jaw and reduce large protrusions of upper front teeth. On average, the upper teeth protrude by 2 – 3 mm ahead of the lower teeth. Functional appliances…
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CERAMIC BRACES Ceramic braces are a common alternative to metal braces, although they aren’t recommended for severe cases. Ceramic braces can be a beautiful alternative to metal braces if your orthodontist recommends them. Ceramic braces were introduced back in the 1980s when the idea for less visible braces came about. Contrary to popular belief, ceramic…
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LINGUAL BRACES These aesthetically appealing braces are available in translucent white to blend with the teeth making them less visible than traditional braces. Lingual braces are applied behind the teeth as compared to metal or ceramic braces which are applied to the front of your teeth. Often called “Invisible Braces”, they are the best and…
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FACTS AT A GLANCE Area329,560 sqkm Capital CityHanoi Population90,000,000 LanguageVietnamese (official), Chinese, English, and French ReligionBuddhism, Taoism, and Catholic ClimateNorth Vietnam has Southern Mediterranean type climate. South Vietnam has a tropical monsoon climate. Local TimeGMT +7 CurrencyVietnamese Dong (VND) in denominations of 500,000; 200,000; 100,000; 50,000; 20,000; 10,000 banknotes. Coins include VND 5,000; 2,000; 1,000;…
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FORSUS SPRING APPLIANCE A Forsus appliance is a fixed appliance that works on the upper and lower teeth at the same time. It works by pulling the top teeth back and pushing the bottom teeth forward so that your bite matches up. PUSHING THE LIMITATIONS OF CLASS II CORRECTORS Your options to correct Class II…
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Invisalign – Aesthetically pleasing way to perfect your teeth As the name implies, Invisalign clear aligners are made of almost invisible polyurethane plastic. Rather than being cemented or bonded to the teeth as metal or clear braces are, clear aligners are completely removable – for important social occasions, for eating, and, most importantly, for tooth-brushing…
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