A dental impression is a negative engraving of the teeth and contiguous structures, just as the initial phase in creating dental prostheses, for example, removable false teeth and fixed restorations notwithstanding dental appliances, for example, mouthguards, brightening trays, retainers, and clear aligners. Generally, to take an impression, patients must visit dental specialists in their office. … Continue reading “Accuracy of At Home Impressions”

Dementia Linked to Poor Oral Hygiene A past filled with interminable dental medical problems expands the chances of dementia, as indicated by a communitarian concentrate between analysts at National Taiwan University Hospital and the University of North Texas Health Science Center. Late investigations recommend that harm to the cerebrum results from neighborhood fiery cells safeguarding … Continue reading “Dementia Linked to Poor Oral Hygiene”

The Numbers Dental hygienists delighted in a mean salary of $74,820 in 2018 and a normal of $36.30 every hour, which is a slight improvement over 2017’s $74,070 average. The best-paid 25% of hygienists made $89,619, while the least paid 25% made $62,490. “For the amount of time and dollars spent in dental hygiene education, … Continue reading “Is Being a Dental Hygienist the Best Job Ever?”

Big Numbers of Youth Athletes Not Wearing Mouthguards November 2019, a survey sponsored by Delta Dental found alarming numbers of youth athletes that are not wearing mouthguards during sports. For example; while playing soccer, 37 million athletes under the age 12 don’t wear a mouthguard while playing soccer. Protecting the teeth and facial bones in … Continue reading “Big Numbers of Youth Athletes Not Wearing Mouthguards”

The Tru-Tain Retainer was developed over a 3-year period (1972-1975) by Dr. Lloyd Truax of Rochester, MN.  During this time, over 1500 retainers were placed.  Various types of materials, thicknesses, shapes and amounts of coverage were used to develop a retainer with the following qualities:  NEARLY INVISIBLE, DURABLE STABLE RETENTION, AND HAS FDA APPROVED MATERIAL.  … Continue reading “Tru-Tain Retainer Background”

We are proud to present our updated site! Our goal is to always create a positive customer experience and our new design is part of that continuing effort. Not only does our site look great, but it is easier for you to use. The navigation and shop have been updated to help you easily find … Continue reading “Welcome to Our New Site!”