NOTICE OF TEMPORARY CHANGE TO DENTAL CARE APPOINTMENT AVAILABILTY

Our top priority is the health and well-being of our patients, families, staff and community. In this unprecedented time, we are deeply committed to keeping everyone safe.
In light of the evolving pandemic and out of an abundance of caution, we have decided to limit patient treatment due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Our clinic is heeding recommendations from PDA(Phil. Dental Association) to voluntarily suspend non-urgent dental care. During this time we are getring equipped and ready for the NEW NORM in handling/treating patients. We believe that this shift will allow us to more effectively evaluate this dynamic situation and assist in following the CDC's guidance on social distancing and prevent the spread of infection.

After more than a month of ECQ we are still continuing to evaluate the situation as it evolves and determine on a weekly basis when it is appropriate for us to return to our normal business hours.
Again, please understand that we are making this decision with the health and well-being of our patients, our families, our team and our community in mind.
We wish all of you continued health and strength during this challenging time.

What are K Clear?

K Clear are almost invisible and removable Aligners used for tooth correction. Clear Aligners have revolutionized the dentistry and orthodontics. They are produced individually for each patient and thus ensure an absolutely accurate fit.

Our production strategy is based on state-of-the-art processes. Due to our 3D treatment plan you can already take a look at the final results before your treatment starts.

Metal braces are no longer necessary and your vis-à-vis will not even notice that you are wearing your Aligners.

COMPARISON WITH BRACES

Effective and predictable

Due to their unique design our Aligners correct tooth misalignments in briefest time.

Transparent

Our Aligners are nearly unvisible and comfortable to wear.

Removable

You can easily remove your Aligners for eating, drinking and oral hygiene.

Scientific and precise

Our experienced experts only use latest methods and techniques.

On-line Map:

72 Conrado Benitez Street, Barangay Kaunlaran,Cubao, Quezon City, Philippines, 1111

DRUG USED IN PREGNANCY

:: Drugs Used in Pregnancy ::

When dealing with the pregnant patients, a special protocols should be followed, regarding the seat position, the visit duration, the dental treatment accepted, the anesthesia, the visit time, the period, ... etc.
Here we are pointing to the "Drugs" are to be prescribed to the pregnant female which can be categorized as the following pattern, but N.B those recommendations.

- General Recommendations:

A- Avoid medications if possible in first trimester
B- Limit use to safe, short-acting, non-combination drugs
C- Topical medications are preferred over systemic agents
D- Use the lowest effective dose of a medication

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- Categories of Drugs Prescribed to Pregnant Females:

1- Class A
- No risk in controlled human studies
- Examples: Acetaminophen (Tylenol) - Pyridoxine (Vitamin B6)

2- Class B
- No risk in controlled animal studies
- Examples: Amoxicillin - Cephalosporin antibiotics

3- Class C
- Small risk in controlled animal studies
- Examples: Codeine - Dicloxacillin

4- Class D
- Strong evidence of risk to the human fetus
- Examples: Coumadin - Valium

5- Class X (Never to be used in Pregnancy)
- Very high risk to the human fetus
- Examples: Xanax - Accutane

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To read the full article follow the following link ...
http://worldofdent.blogspot.com/2013/01/medications-in-pregnancy.html

To read "Analgesics Related to Pregnant Female"
http://worldofdent.blogspot.com/2012/12/analgesic-medications-in-pregnancy.html

To read "Antibiotics Related to Pregnant Female:"
http://worldofdent.blogspot.com/2013/01/antibiotics-in-pregnancy.html

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TMJ/TMD

TMJ/TMD

TMJ refers to the TemporoMandibular Joint itself and TMD refers to TemporoMandibular Disorders. It is probably related to the surgery but this type of thing happens in many people who have had no surgery. 

The jaw joint (Temporomandibular Joint AKA TMJ) is a rather complicated joint. There is a fibrous disc between the two bones and this disc can slip in and out of position resulting in a loud pop or click.

The jaw can also get locked open or closed because the jawbone can be forced into normal depressions in the base of the skull. Because you have these joint noises you are more likely to develop pain and discomfort of the joint or jaw muscles due to regular strain/ stress on these structures.

However, you may never developed pain. So, don’t worry about it if it does not hurt. If it does hurt, you should see a dentist

. DagonJonesThe following is a general list of recommendations for jaw pain (TMJ/TMD):

**Wear your bite plate (night guard) every night during sleep. Your bite plate is designed to reduce clenching and grinding as well as position your jaw in its most relaxed and stable position.

(Bite plates are made for people with chronic TMJ pain)Use alternating hot and cold compresses on the affected muscles or joint when you experience discomfort.

Alternate hot and cold every 3 minutes and end with cold.

Ice wrapped in a washcloth can be used for a cold pack. A sock filled with rice and micro waved for 1-3 minutes can be used as a hot pack.

Take Ibuprofen 800mg (4x200 mg tablets) every 8 hours (three times a day) for 1 week.

This dose will reduce inflammation in the muscles and joint. (use this dose for moderate to severe pain, this is a prescription strength dose and should only be used under supervision of a physician or dentist.)

Take Ibuprofen 400-800mg as needed for pain. (mild to moderate pain, doses above 400mg are prescription doses and should only be used under the supervision of a health care practitioner.)

Avoid hard or chewy foods. Avoid any activity that can overwork the jaw muscles such as chewing gum or prolonged talking.

Reduce and manage stress in your life. Stress often increases habits such as nighttime clenching or grinding of teeth, which can make jaw pain worse. 

What is a night guard and what does it do?

What is a night guard and what does it do?

TMD is the most devastating and most frustrating disorders for patients who come to dentists. Moreover, this disorder is the most difficult to treat conservatively. It affects mostly 3rd and 4th decades of life and usually women are more effected than men.
It has been shown and according to recent studies that bruxism and clenching have a role in causing

 TMD.

Bruxism is the grinding of teeth. Biting forces in bruxism are significantly stronger than regular chewing. These biting forces can wear down teeth and joints as well as create jaw muscle soreness.
Bruxism occurs in about one in every 10 people. Most dental patients are unaware of their bruxism, largely because it occurs at night while they are sleeping. It is usually the patient’s spouse who notices the bruxism because they can see and hear the grinding of teeth.

Signs of Bruxism include bulging size of the muscles of mastication, mobility of teeth, wear and fracture of teeth, fillings, crowns and dentures, as well as recession of gums.

Clenching is a bad habit that is difficult to control and occurs during the day. This habit involves the constant application of force by the lower and upper teeth. Clenching has many of the signs also found in bruxism.

What is a Nightguard?
A nightguard is a dental appliance, as shown below, made from a hard or soft acrylic that is typically worn at night while sleeping. When worn properly, nightguards can make a world of difference for bruxers and clenchers by reducing the wear on teeth, and preventing the fracture and failure of crowns, fillings and dental implants.

Many patients with TMD have a relief from the pain of TMD after wearing the nightguard. The length of time for wearing the nightguard depends on the severity and intensity of the pain.

If you have these habits, it is better to contact your dentist before you develop TMD.


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Natural Remedies to Get Rid of Bad Breath

Bad breath is a major turn off and can also be one of the biggest dreads for some people. This embarrassing problem is caused by bacteria which dwell on your tongue and in other parts of your mouth.

 Read on to find more about some natural ways which can help you keep your breath fresh at all times.

1. Chew Mint Leaves

Mint leaves are one of the best natural remedies to combat bad breath. Mint refreshes your mouth and gives off a pleasing smell. Chlorophyll present in leaves also absorbs odours and leaves you with a refreshing breath.

2. Gargle with Salt Water

Rinsing and gargling with salt water can clear bacteria as well as food particles and debris on which the bacteria feed on. Put one teaspoon of salt in lukewarm water and swirl the mixture until the salt dissolves completely. Gargling with this mixture will also help you keep a healthy mouth.

3. Brush with Baking Soda

Baking soda contains hydrogen peroxide which neutralized the acid present in your mouth. Acids make for a favourable environment for bacteria growth in your mouth. Simply wet you toothbrush and sprinkle some baking soda over it to brush your teeth.

4. Eat Apples

Apples are often called as nature’s toothbrush as they are known to eliminate many kinds of bacteria in your mouth that can cause bad breath. Be sure to chew well on your apples while eating them.

5. Binge on Yogurt

Yogurt can help you to get rid of bread breath permanently. Consume yogurt regularly up to a period of six weeks to effectively combat bad breath.

6. Go Vitamin-C

Vitamin-C rich foods can help you to combat bacteria build up in your mouth as well as other diseases like gingivitis. Lemons, oranges and carrots are some of the foods that are high in Vitamin C.

7. Drink More Water

Bacteria thrive better if your mouth is dry. Staying hydrated will help your body to regulate all biochemical process and get rid of waste and other toxins. Drink at least 8 glasses of water a day to get rid of bad breath.

8. Chew on Neem

Neem has powerful antibacterial and antifungal properties. If you can endure its bad taste, you can permanently eliminate all signs of bad breath by chewing on neem leaves.

9. Chew on Cardamom

If neem leaves are too bitter for you, then you can also chew on cardamom which is quite pleasing to chew. Cardamom also helps in eliminating bad breath from your mouth.

There are numerous remedies for bad breath but not each one of them suits everybody. It is best to try out each to find the one which suits you the best. Though bad breath is an intermittent problem, it can be easily prevented by inculcating a few simple habits.

Water is the clear choice...

WATER

         Your teeth can also benefit from water. Water helps wash away food debris and keep your saliva levels high. Believe it or not, saliva is actually your mouth’s best defense against tooth decay because it contains proteins and minerals that counteract enamel-eating acids. Saliva is made up of 95% water, so if you want to avoid unnecessary cavities do yourself a favor and stay hydrated. Water also displaces sugary drinks like soda and sweet flavored waters, which can damage tooth enamel and promote decays.

Drinking water not only is good for your health, but it also freshens your breath, according to dental researchers in Canada. "The main cause of bad breath is bacteria in the mouth," reports Anne Bosy, a Toronto scientist specializing in breath treatment. Since bacteria feed on acids, controlling their numbers is as easy as changing the pH in the mouth. "Anything that's high in alkaline is good for neutralizing the acids in the mouth," says Tammy Gouweloos, a dental hygienist with a holistic approach to oral health. Alkaline water with a pH between 8.2 and of 11.0 eliminates the acidic environment, reducing the bacteria that cause bad breath.

Whiten your Teeth...

YOU CAN WHITEN YOUR TEETH BY THE BANANA PEEL!!!

To whiten teeth with banana peel is very safe and healthy for teeth as banana peels are a wonderful source of vitamins and minerals. They do not have the abrasiveness that other natural whiteners have and best of all they are inexpensive.

Instructions:

1) Brush your teeth as usual with a natural toothpaste or you can use the banana peel first and then brush.

Use a ripe banana as it has the most potassium content in it. Peel from the bottom end as this is how monkeys peel their bananas and it will keep you from having all those loose threads.

2) Take a piece of the inside of the banana peel and gently rub around on your teeth for about 2 minutes.

The amazing minerals in the peel like potassium, magnesium, and manganese absorb into your teeth and whiten them

DSB DENTAL CLINIC

DSB Dental Clinic is a 

full-service general, orthodontic, and cosmetic dentistry clinic, providing  patients with expertise, technology and a convenient location, right in the  heart of Metro Manila, Philippines.My goal is to provide each and every patients  with an incredible experience that changes their expectations of what a dental  clinic is like.The World Loves a Smile, and a beautiful smile can give our  patients a lifetime of happiness. We strive to make DSB Dental Clinic unique by  providing the highest level of dentistry, outstanding customer service, the  latest dental technology and equipment, all in a convenient atmosphere that is  warm, friendly and relaxed. The DSB Dental Clinic  provides high quality, low cost dental services and preventive dental care to  people, whose families have very limited or no resources for dentistry.

Our primary services are:

Dental check-ups

Cleanings

Fillings

Dental Education

Our Mission

The mission of the DSB Dental Clinic is to restore, protect, and improve the  oral health of uninsured, low-income, working people and their children.

The clinic’s goals are:

• To offer affordable dental care. 

• To improve patients’  self-esteem by restoring their appearance 

• To increase  employability and work attendance by lessening pain and improving appearance. 

• To educate patients  about oral hygiene and nutrition to break the cycle of tooth decay in their  families. 

The clinic cost are kept to a minimum per visit for standard check-ups,  cleanings and fillings. For some extensive dental procedures (such as root  canals and crowns), additonal fees (at substancially reduced rates) will apply.

Instructions for Patients 

Call
(+632) 9962942 

(+63919) 99-TOOTH (86684) 

(+63922) 846-3100 

to schedule an appointment.

We are unable to accept  walk-ins. The clinic does not bill insurance. If your child cannot make a  scheduled appointment, call the clinic at least 2 days in advance to reschedule  so the dentist can use the appointment time for another child. Take care of your kids’  teeth. They should last a lifetime!

Lastest Laminate/Veneer Patients

PATIENT 1

PATIENT IS COMPLAINING OF SMALL TEETH

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PATIENT 2

PATIENT WANTS FULLER/WHITER SMILE AND BIGGER TEETH

PRE-TREATMENT PHOTO

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12 New Patient Process Strategies

Power Thought: 

1. New Patients are the lifeblood of your practice. New patients will decide "Is this the practice for me? Are my needs being met? Do I like these people, this place, how I am treated?"

2. Your telephone skills can build or break the relationship with the new patient before they ever arrive. Learn to WOW them over the telephone with enthusiasm for their call and getting them in quickly. Use scripts or prompts and a Telephone Information Slip - ALWAYS.  

3. Set up your registration system so that new patients can complete insurance information, registration and health history online BEFORE the appointment. Many practices now require this or they move the appointment.

4. Be prepared. Gather and verify insurance coverage online BEFORE the new patient arrives.

5. A real eye-to-eye interview with the new patient to determine "what they want" before ANY clinical procedures, including x-rays is a necessary step to WOW the patient. Use these tips:

• Sit facing the patient at eye level.
• Be sure mask is off.
• Use good eye contact.
• Listen actively.
• Suspend bias, judgment and evaluation. Be open-minded.
• Ask open-ended questions.
• DO not recommend ANY treatment during the interview. Tell them you will look at that situation thoroughly.
• Look for their life situation and motivators. Motivators include: appearance, cost saving, comfort, better chewing, saving time, being dentally healthy and keeping their teeth.

6. Conduct a thorough oral exam with photos first and foremost. Hackneyed but true, "A picture IS worth a thousand words."

7. Use your technology to WOW the patient, especially electronic cavity detection, oral cancer and periodontal screening tools, digital radiographs with an electronic chart. Patients, especially the younger generation, perceives your quality through your use of technology. It is something they will talk to others about.

8. Boost treatment acceptance by 30% or more! Know your patient's DiSC© behavior style or personality profile. When you adapt your communication to meet the patient's behavior style needs, you will be more successful at treatment acceptance.

PS - This is a great training session to have for your whole team if you have never done this.

9. Present the treatment plan the same day as the exam unless:

• It is a large, extensive treatment plan and you need to consult with specialists.
• You would like to have the spouse present.
• You need to review study models and data before presenting the treatment plan.

10. Have the dentist practice the K.I.S.S. principle (Keep It Simple Sweetie) limiting his/her part to no more than 10-15 minutes to explain the treatment and then turn the consultation over to a treatment coordinator. Dentists often over-explain and lose the patient.

11. Have budget-minded payment options such as Wells Fargo™, Chase Health™ or CareCredit™. Also, offer credit card or checking account drafts for monthly payments.

12. Have a consistent referral THANK YOU Program in place. Handwritten notes are always appreciated! Send a "Care to Share Card" with the "Thank You".

Constantly "work" with your team on the new patient process to add WOW steps. Remember the largest room in the house is the ROOM FOR IMPROVEMENT.