Dental implants are metal supports or frameworks (usually titanium) surgically placed in the jawbone below the gum to replace the tooth roots. After that, the dentist will restore the implant with a dental crown on it. HOW DENTAL IMPLANTS WORK? Because they are integrated into the bone, implants provide stable support for artificial teeth. Partial and full dentures mounted on…
“Dental assistants are vital members of the oral healthcare team who work with other dental healthcare professionals. Dental assistants facilitate the work of dentists and hygienists. They work at chairside by assisting the dentist with dental procedures. Dental assistants may expose radiographs and perform other intra-oral duties. They are responsible for infection control protocols within the office. They clean, disinfect…
With the right dental hygiene routine at the right age, you and your family will have the tools you need for success Tooth decay can happen at any age. From the moment the first baby tooth arrives there are steps you can take to keep it healthy. One way to spot tooth decay early is to look for white spots…
Within contemporary times, aesthetics has turned into a serious matter. As a result, only healthy teeth is often not enough. Your smile represents a crucial role in your appearance. Dentistry has evolved to meet the patient’s expectations regarding how they want their teeth to look. In this article, we’ll discuss some of the most common cosmetic dental procedures options. In…
Anxiety is a common psychological disorder affecting many people worldwide. Early records show that anxiety has been around since Greco-Roman times. However, as time passes, anxiety triggers change and adapt to modern days. Moreover, a lot of people within contemporary times are afraid of dentists. Although the reasons behind this are numerous, the dentist, their team and patient must know…
Dental Implant is an artificial replacement option for a missing tooth or a damaged tooth with a poor prognosis for survival. A dental implant is a screw-like fixture made up of titanium material that is surgically fixed into the jawbone. Once the implant is healed, a crown, denture, or bridge is planned on the top of it, to restore aesthetics…
Iris Dentistry has been providing dental care and helping patients and their families in the Waterloo community and surrounds areas for the past 5 years. Have you had a chance to meet Dr. Iris Moreira? Dr. Iris Moreira was born and raised in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, where she earned her dental degree in 2002. After completing her dental training,…
You probably have heard about braces and you may know that they straighten teeth. But creating a beautiful smile is just one of the benefits orthodontics can offer. Putting your teeth, lips and jaws into proper alignment also improves the function of the smile. Orthodontic treatment is becoming an addition for many other dental procedures, such as creating space for…
2021 has finally arrived! The start of a new year is always very promising and it is the best time to make a list of things that need to be accomplished during the year, the famous “New Year’s Resolutions”. The most common items in the “New Year’s Resolution List” are related to health and lifestyle change, such as start a…
Don’t you have enough reasons to go to the dentist? Iris Dentistry decided to help you by creating a listing with the top 10 reasons why you should go visit a dentist before 2020 ends. Teeth are the hardest tissues in our body. They are so strong that they can withstand the enormous forces of our bite, helping us to…