Dental Chemistry | Just the Basics!

When people think about doctors they often think about biology. Biology is the mainstay of medicine, but it is important to remember the role of chemistry in medicine. Understanding chemistry is the backbone of dental understanding, which helps us achieve accurate, predictable and successful results.

Within the next few months, we will study the chemical reaction of dentistry. Without worrying, I will focus on the four areas briefly and simply: tooth decay, fluoride and remineralization products, teeth whitening and filling (crown, cement, implant, dental prosthesis is another time)

Because lactic acid and propionic acid produced by bacteria in our mouth spoil the teeth, these acids eat sugar that we supply from the diet. These acids reduce the tooth enamel strength, have sufficient time and contact with bacteria and food sources, and the teeth break.

We of course have these amazing teeth attackers - an amazing coping mechanism to overcome saliva! Saliva acts as a buffer to lower acidity, provides antimicrobial enzymes, increases lubricity, and increases our taste. As salivary function decreases, problems of periodontal disease, caries and other oral cavity also increase. If you want to know, healthy people produce about 1 liter of saliva per day. Since saliva can not do anything, polishing your teeth with high quality toothpaste (too much obscure ones) and flossing on a regular basis are more advantageous than acid and tooth damage.

This brings us remineralization and fluoride. Fluoride ions in our toothpaste, tea, water and other beverages add localized accumulation of teeth to teeth and convert existing crystalline tooth structure hydroxyapatite to fluorosilicate By doing so will help prevent tooth decay. Invasion I am not going to push everyone's fluoride agenda and we expect many people to understand this concept in our practice - we all have good information and rational choice I have the ability to make decisions when offering. That is why there are other remineralization methods. In particular, by increasing the local availability of teeth and exposure to calcium and phosphate, and by increasing the product (2 to 102 years old) that can be used to achieve this goal

Next month I will talk about material filling and whitening, but now I left you a classic chemical mystery: Why can not you trust an atom? They supplement everything!

We are always welcoming new patients to our Ashland Dental Studio and appeal to make a reservation with us as soon as possible. Bring your favorite chemical mystery and we will pick and share our favorites!

Dr. Brandon White is the owner of White Dental Studio located in Ashland Oregon. He is the only eco-certified dentist in southern Oregon, and one of the two Oregon certified dentists in Oregon. Let's learn more about our doctor! )

I was hospitalized at a dental school. This includes passing a dental entrance examination covering fields such as chemistry, biology, perception, reading comprehension, inference, etc. If you are completely interested in becoming a dental assistant, you only need to obtain a diploma or certificate according to the plan, which is a much shorter time than becoming a dentist. Through large and small organizations, there are numerous dental projects around the world. As there are so many choices, you may find a school that meets your budget and schedule.

All dental schools require applicants to complete certain science courses such as biology and chemistry before entering dental schools. Students usually need at least one bachelor's degree to attend most dental courses, but no specific major is necessary. However, majoring in biology and other sciences increases the likelihood of being accepted. Requirements vary from school to school. Dental school courses usually include courses such as local anesthesia, anatomy, periodontal disease (oral disease and health survey), and radiation medicine courses. All courses at the dental school include clinical experience, and students work directly with the patient under the supervision of an official dentist. As of 2016, the Dental Certification Council (part of the American Dental Association) has certified over 60 dental school programs.