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Dites adieu à la Sensibilité Dentaire

On est en pleins moi de juillet, il fait chaud, et en ce moment il n’y aurait rien de meilleur qu’une boisson bien fraiche ou même une bonne glace ! Mais pourtant, vous n’osez pas…. Vous savez qu’à peine vos dents en contact du froid, vous allez grimacer, voir même sursauter!

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The Wisdom Tooth Saga

Wisdom teeth, also known as third molars erupt in early adulthood, around the age of 17-25. In a minority of the population, these teeth erupt in a perfectly normal position, providing extra molars for chewing and grinding foods. For the less fortunate majority, these teeth will have to be monitored and in some cases extraction will be required.

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Revolutionizing Cavity Treatment: A Closer Look at Reversible Caries

There has been exciting new research in the past decade regarding our current treatment of dental cavities and what we can do better. Specifically, there has been a great aim at not only being much less invasive but in certain cases reversing cavities. That’s right, that means no injection,

Do You Suffer From Periodontitis: What you should know

Periodontitis is a common gum disease that affects millions of people worldwide. It is a chronic bacterial infection that can lead to the destruction of the tissues that support and surround the teeth, including the gums, ligaments, and bone. This disease can cause tooth loss...

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Dental Implants

Dental implants are a popular and effective treatment option for individuals who have lost one or more teeth due to injury, decay, or disease. They can be thought of as artificial tooth roots that are placed into the jawbone to support a prosthetic crown, bridge or other prosthetic appliance. Dental implants have become increasingly...

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Fluoride use in routine dental care

Fluoride is a naturally occurring mineral found in the earths crusts. It is used widely in various products among many different industries. It is commonly found in water, soil, and certain foods. It is also widely known for its benefits in dental care...

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Fear/ anxiety in dentist’s office

Fear and anxiety are common emotions experienced by many individuals when visiting the dentist's office. This fear can stem from a variety of reasons, including past negative experiences, fear of pain, fear of needles, fear of the unknown, or even just a general fear of the dental environment.

Saving money at the dentist

Teeth are important but the dentist can be expensive! In Switzerland, your health insurance does not cover dental care, unless you have specifically asked for a complimentary insurance policy. Even then, pre-existing...

Radiation risks at your dentist’s office

Radiation is a term that often brings up feelings of fear and uncertainty. This is especially true when it comes to the use of radiation in dental offices. While there are certainly risks associated with dental radiography, the truth is that there are also many benefits to this important tool...

Navigating the Pros and Cons of Dental Medical Tourism: What You Need to Know

Medical tourism refers to the practice of traveling to another country to receive medical treatment, typically because the cost of treatment is lower or because the treatment is not available or accessible in the person's home country. In Switzerland, medical tourism goes both ways. The wealthy from around...

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