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March 06, 2005
Going to the Dentist's Office
Skin care is just one part of beauty and health. A trip to the dentist can make you look much better. This blogger reports on some of the new technology you'll find in your dentist's office.
The words "See your dentist" have traditionally struck terror into many hearts. But it's not so bad anymore.
Modern technology has redefined the dentist's office from the ground up, Shapira said. "Everyone's trying to re-invent the wheel."
For example, you can now use a new electric toothbrush that incorporates a toothpaste receptacle. Touch a button to squirt your dollop of toothpaste onto the brush.
You can relax - really - in the dentist's chair now. It's been revamped, with different cushion design and ergonomic shaping, for the comfort of patient, dentist and hygienist. Even armrests are new.
Miniaturization has come to dentistry. In oral surgery, dentists incorporate tiny microscopes to scan oral tissue. They manipulate micro-cameras that slip down the side of the tooth to capture images of the root. The process isn't pain-free; you'll need anesthesia, Shapira said.
Drill bits have evolved beyond the big mosquitoes of old. Today's instruments have supplanted the older drill bits that used to wear out due to the effects of revolving from 30,000 to 100,000 rpm.
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Posted on March 6, 2005 02:36 PM by Teeth 69.
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Hi, know I am late in commenting on this (love the site by the way). BUT the hand covering the mouth when Asian women laugh (particulary Japanese) has nothing to do with the crooked teeth. It's a thing that goes back to Confucius - it was considered rude to laugh loudly/boldy and show "bones" or in this case, the teeth of the mouth.
But there are some crooked teeth here in Japan for sure! I have yet to see braces on a Japanese person in Japan.
Posted by: mo at June 24, 2008 09:02 PM
