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  Going to the Dentist
The dentist is a doctor who is specially trained to care for teeth.
It's important to visit your dentist every 6 months to make sure you're taking good care of your teeth and that your teeth and gums are healthy.
If he or she thinks you have a problem with your bite, you may be referred to an orthodontist (say: or-tho-don-tist).
www.kidshealth.org /kid/feel_better/people/go_dentist.html   (1154 words)

  
 Dentists
Dentists who want to teach or conduct research usually spend an additional 2 to 5 years in advanced dental training, in programs operated by dental schools or hospitals.
According to ADA, 78 percent of dentists in private practice are sole proprietors, and 14 percent belong to a partnership.
Employment of dentists is projected to grow about as fast as average for all occupations through 2014.
www.bls.gov /oco/ocos072.htm   (1324 words)

  
  Ask the Dentist!
She was seen by the dentist who splinted the tooth, the dentist that had seen my daughter was an associate of her regular dentist and had recommended a wait and see treatment with the possible need for a root canal if the tooth should die.
Dentists are able to do wonderful things for people these days and the standard of treatment that this dentist may have tried to present to you reflects the best or perhaps the most optimal care available.
My dentist then said that the bone might just never have healed after the abscess that necessitated the root canal, and she said she’d probably in time need to go in there through the underside of the jaw and irritate the area to try to cause some re-growth.
www.the-toothfairy.com /question.html   (16171 words)

  
 The dentist in Ancient Egypt
Dentists were known to have existed in Egypt since the Old Kingdom.
The dentist's main aim was to prevent, rather than cure an ailment.
If his treatments were deemed not to be working, the dentist could call upon magic formulae for destroying "the enemy which is in the tooth".
www.egyptologyonline.com /the_dentist.htm   (1710 words)

  
 The Florida dentist
One study claims that HIV was transmitted from a Florida dentist to his patients.
The dentist and locals had an average of 32 matching, with the best match being 34 to 36.
It should be clear from these numbers that the dentist's strains are very close to A,B,C,E, and G; they are as similar as different mutations in the dentist.
www.righto.com /theories/dentist.html   (887 words)

  
 Fear of the Dentist, Fear of the Patient
Although most would rather be somewhere else than at the dentist, there are those who only seek dental care when their pain level exceeds that of their fear.
Although we can use relaxation medications or nitrous oxide/oxygen (“laughing gas“) to “get the work done”, most of these patients indicate that the most important thing that helped with their fear was the time given to be truly heard and understood, which is crucial in the development of a trusting, therapeutic relationship.
When a dentist signs up to get on the "insurance" list, he is limited in the types of care he can render the client.
www.rpmdentistry.com /AboutFear.htm   (770 words)

  
 The Dentist (1996)
I must admit a few scenes made me wince and look away, but it hasn't put me off going to the dentist.
Not too bad for its type, and worth a look, as long as you don't have a phobia about teeth or dentists.
This movie made me not want to go to the dentist anymore.
www.imdb.com /title/tt0116075   (392 words)

  
 American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry - AAPD Publications
This specialized program of study and hands-on experience prepares pediatric dentists to meet the unique needs of your infants, children and adolescents, including persons with special health care needs.
Our goal, along with our staff, is to help all children feel good about visiting the dentist and teach them how to care for their teeth.
We, the pediatric dentists, are an important part of your child’s health team.
www.aapd.org /publications/brochures/peddentist.asp   (763 words)

  
 Dentistry: The Tricky PS3 Dentist - Kotaku   (Site not responding. Last check: )
Running the risk of offending a slim percent of readers, I'm gonna be honest: I loathe dentists.
We used to have a semi-rich relative who would get a $50 something (back when that meant something) for all of the cousins and for their parents, and that was probably about 20 people.
Murray Newlin was my childhood dentist and I can tell you that he is a good man and it was most assuredly his love for family that drove to take such measures.
www.kotaku.com /gaming/dentistry/the-tricky-ps3-dentist-215448.php   (1626 words)

  
 Anesthesia at the Dentist's Office
To make your dental visit as comfortable as possible, your dentist may suggest anesthesia to reduce or eliminate any pain or anxiety that may be related to your dental treatment.
Topical anesthetics are frequently used by your dentist to numb an area in preparation for administering an injectable local anesthetic.
Your dentist needs to know about all the medications that you are taking, any allergic reactions you've had to medicines in the past, and your past and present health conditions.
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 Dentist Day
When I went for that last genuine visit to the dentist, when he xrayed my mouth and advised that we could only give the wisdom tooth one more chance, there was something else.
The highly paid dentist is going to spot a number of major issues for which a series of follow-up visits are essential.
Bizarrely, as I looked up at that poster with mouth wide open and realised that I was finally back at the dentist after all these years, I was seized with the humour of it all and had to fight to suppress a laugh.
radio.weblogs.com /0124611/stories/2003/05/31/dentistDay.html   (2581 words)

  
 The Pediatric Dentist
The pediatric dentist is the specialist who is dedicated to the oral health of children from infancy through the teenage years.
It is important to have your pediatric dentist examine the child as soon as possible after the incident even if the wounds don't look too bad, you should go to the dentist as soon as possible after the injury so that no teeth are lost from hidden injuries beneath the gums.
Pediatric dentists and their staffs have been specially trained to help young, apprehensive children feel good about seeing the dentist and taking care of their teeth.
www.katc.com /Global/story.asp?S=3396832   (1398 words)

  
 Dentistry.com - The Official Dental Resource - Find A Dentist   (Site not responding. Last check: )
For some people, their fear of the dentist is so great it prevents them from attending for dental treatment, and they need to overcome the fears with relaxation or sedation.
Dentists today are sympathetic about these feelings, and you can ask your dentist about these ways to help.
You also need to tell your dentist about any medicines you may be taking, whether they're prescribed by your doctor or not.
www.dentistry.com /corner8_relax.asp   (638 words)

  
 Ask the Dentist- FAQ's ask the dentist,cosmetic dentistry, implants, crowns, root canals, ask the dentist, ask the ...
Your dentist can tell you when they appear to NEED to be replaced due to leakage, breakdown or recurrent decay.
Some dentists are trained to place the surgical part of the implant as well as the prosthetic or tooth part.
You should ask your dentist if you are a good candidate for implants and ask for a referral if he or she doesn't do them.
www.drharris.com /askden.htm   (1654 words)

  
 Never Fear, the Dentist Is Here
Now she drives to a pediatric dentist in a different town, who is skilled at dealing with anxious kids.
Those children who were anxious about visiting the dentist were more likely to have experienced traumatic and painful dental visits in the past, such as having a tooth pulled at a younger age, than their less fearful counterparts.
Although most children -- anxious or not -- rated their past dentists as fairly sensitive, the serene kids were more likely to describe their dentists as having empathy.
www.webmd.com /a-to-z-guides/features/never-fear-dentist-is-here   (777 words)

  
 The Dentist : Macro-Fiction by Stephen Pain   (Site not responding. Last check: )
The dentist had first come to the snack bar after he had returned to his home island.
The dentist was lucky to have gotten across the bay that afternoon.
She had arranged a conference for the press, the dentist wasn't invited but was instead ordered to go to the tailors and then on to the hotel.
www.pifmagazine.com /SID/349   (1888 words)

  
 Grand Dental Associates - Home of the Magic Dentist
In the majority of cases, the sample obtained will be normal, reassuring you and the dentist that the oral lesion does not contain precancerous or cancerous cells.
Rest assured that both you and your dentist have taken the right first step to detect oral cancer early when the chances of a complete cure are highest.
For example, the examination of skin moles for melanoma, the Pap smear for cervical cancer, the rectal exam and PSA test for prostate cancer, and the physical exam and mammogram for breast cancer have all been important advances in the fight against cancer.
www.magicdentist.com /faq_cancer.php   (717 words)

  
 North Carolina Museum of Art
Dentists, particularly itinerant dentists of the type pictured here, were routinely portrayed in seventeenth-century Dutch art and literature as unscrupulous quacks and charlatans.
Clearly, his pain is not eased by the rosary he clutches in his hand, and the laughing woman standing behind the dentist is hardly sympathetic to his plight.
The gaudily dressed dentist is probably far more concerned with extracting money from his young patient than his tooth.
ncartmuseum.org /collections/highlights/european/dutch/before1650/100_lrg.shtml   (111 words)

  
 Taking Children Seriously: Does Your Child Love Visiting The Dentist?
A good dentist can make the difference between whether Little Alex loves his dentist and looks forward to visiting her, or comes to share the almost ubiquitous view that dentists are little more than legalised torturers.
I think that American dentists may also be more prone to scientism than their British counterparts – more likely to think that the treatment needed can be determined scientifically, and therefore that your opinion is irrelevant.
Visit the dentist in advance, and say something like: ‘I want you to consider Alex to be your customer, which means that the treatment he has is for him to decide.
www.takingchildrenseriously.com /does_your_child_love_visiting_the_dentist   (1485 words)

  
 Amazon.com: The Dentist: DVD: Joanne Baron,Corbin Bernsen,Earl Boen,Ken Foree,Molly Hagan,Jan Hoag,Linda ...   (Site not responding. Last check: )
Everyone goes to the dentist, or at least has once in their life, so the idea of a practitioner in the fine art of arresting tooth decay going completely insane should scare the bejeezus out of anyone.
When the dentist confirms that his wife is indeed cheating on him, he takes steps to insure that such acts will never happen again.
The dentist's chair was a great choice of scenery for a horror film as that is a place where humans are most susceptible to the advances of a deranged psychopath.
www.amazon.com /Dentist-Joanne-Baron/dp/630512003X   (1917 words)

  
 Selecting the Dentist that's Best for YOU
It's well worth an investment in time to be thorough in your search for a dentist that suits your needs and your personality, because ideally, the relationship you develop with your dentist will be a long-term one.
Also, when you actively seek out the dentist who best suits your needs, you are taking an active, as opposed to passive, role in your dental health care.
We recognize how difficult a dentist visit may be for some patients and we focus on your individual needs with compassion and care.
www.health.am /eng/dental/choosing.php   (993 words)

  
 The Chiropractic Dentist
Naturally, the dentist and the chiropractor contribute their individual expertise in these areas and it is the summation of their expertise that makes the analysis complete.
At the very core of their strategy is a high degree of integration between the dentist, chiropractor and the staff of each office.
As the body adapted, the dentist was better able to urge the body forward towards proper alignment which is somewhat difficult for the dentist to do all alone.
www.chiroweb.com /archives/13/25/10.html   (700 words)

  
 AGD - Why am I anxious in the dental office?
People are anxious about going to the dentist for different reasons, including worrying about the effectiveness of localized anesthetic and feeling like the dentist is rushed or is neglecting your concerns.
Your dentist's office staff has been trained in caring patient services; and they will inform you of what to expect and answer your questions to ensure your confidence and comfort during your visit.
The dentist or a member of his or her staff will talk directly with the child to make him or her more comfortable.
www.agd.org /consumer/topics/anxiety/main.asp   (680 words)

  
 The Dentist
Yuzna's talents have definitely given "The Dentist" more of an edge, as opposed to what the results might have been had another director been at the helm.
The key to "The Dentist" would rest in the believability of what was created, not how far the cast and crew could go.
"The Dentist" may not be viewed as an out-and-out horror movie, but because the people involved wanted to see quality make-up effects, they were delivered, and I think that this has given the film a very special touch.
www.angelfire.com /nb/djinn1928/dentist.html   (266 words)

  
 AGD - Want Britney's Smile? Visit the Dentist, Not the Shopping Mall
This means that the Academy recommends that any outlets that oversee fabrication of bleaching trays by dental laboratories requires a proper prescription by a dentist licensed in the state or province where the individual is being treated.
The Academy of General Dentistry is a non-profit organization of more than 35,000 general dentists dedicated to staying up-to-date in the profession through continuing education.
A general dentist is the primary care provider for patients of all ages and is responsible for the diagnosis, treatment, management and overall coordination of services related to patient's oral health needs.
www.agd.org /consumer/topics/bleaching/bleach3.asp   (491 words)

  
 Fear of The Dentist
If you've had bad (or not-so-great) experiences with dentists in the past, it is very easy to make the assumption that dentists, in general, are bad people.
Even if you've had the misfortune of running into 10 dentists, none of whom was particularly kind and caring, and one or two of them who were downright horrible, this does not mean that ALL dentists conform to this "pattern".
Fear of "the dentist" as a person is often the result of past cold, uncaring, or downright mean behaviour on behalf of dentists you may have encountered.
www.dentalfearcentral.org /dentist_fear.html   (663 words)

  
 Dentist – Find a Dentist Near You for Dental Care, Cosmetic and Family Dentistry
Find a dentist for dental care, cosmetic and family dentistry in your area.
Good physical health, good financial health and emotional well-being, these are all good reasons for choosing a quality dentist to provide you with the help you need for good dental care.
When your dentist refers you to a specialist, your understanding of the problem and decision for treatment is vital.
www.1stdentist.com   (502 words)

  
 Forget the Dentist's Chair
An otherwise healthy, intelligent and successful adult, this lady had not seen a dentist in over 10 years due to her fear and anxiety.
If you are one of those 40 million who has been putting off a visit to the dentist, don't delay so long that your health is compromised.
David Kurtzman, a Marietta based dentist, has been in private practice in general dentistry for more than 20 years and in private practice hospital-based dental care since 1984.
atlantasleepdentist.com /ForgetDentist.html   (777 words)

  
 Best Dentist Websites What Is It How to find one Finding the Best
What determines a Good Dentist Dental Directories and 1-800 types of doctor and dentist finders only promote those doctors who pay to be listed.
Dental directories usually only contain website information or practice information about a particular dentist only because that dental practice subscribes to the directory services.
Even some of the most well known dentists have certain procedures they are BEST at.
www.bestdentistwebsites.com   (449 words)

  
 Dentist guilty of urinating in surgery sink | Oddly Enough | Reuters
LONDON (Reuters) - A British dentist was found guilty Thursday of urinating in his surgery sink and using dental tools meant for patients to clean his fingernails and ears.
A medical tribunal said it was satisfied the evidence showed 51-year-old Alan Hutchinson, who routinely did not wear gloves or wash his hands, had risked the health of "himself, staff and patients" for more than 28 years.
The tribunal determined that the dentist's poor hygiene habits made him unfit to practice and struck him off the dental register, banning him from work.
www.reuters.com /article/oddlyEnoughNews/idUSL0517923220070406   (482 words)

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