by Meg Kreutziger | May 11, 2020 | Oral Care
I did a poll to see what people wanted more information on. I will address a few of dental treatment options that have a similar process. Veneers What are they? It can be used to make misaligned/gapped teeth look straight (as an alternative to orthodontic treatment),...
by Meg Kreutziger | May 11, 2020 | Oral Care
I had a fellow dental hygienist ask me to write on this topic. One of the main purposes of polishing is to remove extrinsic/external stain. What is Polishing In the dental hygiene codes, it’s referred to as “stain removal (00531), and in the dental codes, it’s...
by Meg Kreutziger | May 8, 2020 | Insurance
We are breaking down dental insurance myths! Myth #1 – My dental insurance tells what I need for treatment. No, your benefit plan may be determined by you or your employer. It is meant to offset the regular cost (think of it as a coupon). When they make plans,...
by Meg Kreutziger | May 8, 2020 | Oral Care
How long do I need to brush my teeth? How Often? Twice a day is critical to remove the bacteria/plaque every 12 hours. Your toothbrush should be changed every 3 months, after you have been sick, or if it’s worn out (ideally, you won’t be brushing hard enough that this...
by Meg Kreutziger | May 8, 2020 | Oral Care
In general, the harder or more abrasive something is the more likely it is to cause damage or trauma. When toothbrushing this trauma can happen on the gums (gingiva) or the tooth surface. It shows up as: Gingival abrasion-the gum is cut or scratched. Gingival...
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