We try to get better breath when we are suffering from Halitosis(Bad breath) or are very intelligent and think that “Precaution is better than cure” and maintain good hygiene and proper maintenance of teeth, so that the complication never appears.
“To maintain good oral hygiene” is the “mantra” to prevent any oral diseases.
So here is a [...]

While going through different books i came through many interesting facts related to dentistry, mostly about the kind of dentistry which was in practice before the original dentistry practice started.
So here are some of the interesting facts about the techniques and the sort of myths in dentistry.

Before toothbrushes were invented people used twigs or their [...]

The Perfect impression is the first step towards the preparation of a perfect prosthesis for the patient, so utmost care should be taken during Impression taking.
Filed under are some guidelines
which followed thoroughly will lead to a Good impression.
1. Uniform, homogeneous mix of Impression material
2. Tray is sufficiently filled with impression material
3. Thoroughly applied tray adhesive(to [...]

Taking of an impression with the help of Shellac baseplate is a bit out dated now but still in practice in some places, The primary aim of baseplate is to make a replica of the structures of the oral cavity on the cast by application of pressure.
Instruments:

Shellac Baseplate (both mandibular and [...]

It is the negative replica of the structures of the oral cavity be it hard(tooth) or soft(gingiva, mucous membrane) structures, which are used to fabricate the cast or model of the patient, and for making crowns, dentures, and other prosthesis.
Materials used for taking Impression:
The most commonly used material is
Zinc oxide Eugenol- It is the ideal [...]