151. Solutions for Tooth Discoloration
March 21, 2011
Many people fail at maintaining the white, clean-looking appearance of their teeth because of certain factors that cause tooth discoloration. Though tooth discoloration is considered a minor dental problem, people who have stained teeth are still advised to consult the dentist. Dentists can determin...
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152. Porcelain Veneers for an Attractive Smile
March 21, 2011
A smile can have positive effects on the attitudes of people. Unfortunately, some people are not comfortable with smiling, mainly because of their teeth’s appearance. This is why many people choose to have porcelain veneers placed on their teeth. This cosmetic dental procedure helps them improve the...
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153. A Basic Guide in Choosing a Family Dentist
March 21, 2011
Every family needs the help of medical professionals when it comes to health care. Aside from a physician, a family should also regularly seek the services of a dentist. These family dentists offer basic dental health care and oral hygiene maintenance for all members of the family, including the chi...
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154. How Colorado Springs Dentists Deal With Amelogenesis Imperfecta
March 21, 2011
Amelogenesis imperfecta is a dental condition where the teeth’s enamel production is altered due to genetic mutations. As the exterior layer of the human teeth, enamel protects the teeth’s internal structure from damage. Enamelin, amelogenin, enamelysin are responsible for proper enamel construction...
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155. Amelogenesis Imperfecta: Causes, Effects, and Treatment
March 21, 2011
Certain substances help form the enamel, which is the outermost layer of the teeth. The enamel functions as teeth’s protective shell, defending them against various factors such as bacteria. Without this covering, inner parts of the human teeth are more susceptible to damage.
A genetic disor...
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156. How Amelogenesis Imperfecta is Acquired
March 21, 2011
There are some diseases that are gained through environmental factors such as exposure to toxins, chemicals, radiation, or physical and mental trauma. There are also some disorders that are acquired genetically. These disorders are typically hard to avoid. Conditions that are passed down through the...
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157. What Amelogenesis Imperfecta Is
March 21, 2011
A dental condition known as amelogenesis imperfecta causes the teeth’s appearance to deteriorate through discoloration, deformation, and weakening. The condition mainly affects the teeth’s outermost layer or the enamel. Although very rare, the condition is considered a serious threat to oral health ...
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158. Facts about Amelogenesis Imperfecta
March 21, 2011
Amelogenesis imperfecta is a very rare dental disorder passed on by parents to offspring through genetics. What makes this illness unusual is that children can inherit the disorder even if only one parent carries the abnormal gene. This process of hereditary transmission makes amelogenesis imperfect...
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159. Amelogenesis Imperfecta: A Genetic Dental Disease
March 21, 2011
Each tooth in a person’s mouth is composed of different layers that perform unique functions. The outermost layer of a tooth is called the enamel; the enamel protects the tooth from damage caused by various external factors. Unfortunately, this important layer is sometimes affected by genetics, maki...
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160. Cosmetic Dentistry for Amelogenesis Imperfecta
March 21, 2011
Colorado Springs is the second most populous city in the state of Colorado. Most of the city’s workforce is employed in the military, defense, and high-tech industries. As a densely populated city, Colorado Springs is also home to many health care professionals such as doctors and dentists. The city...
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