Dental Blog

Every year thousands of patients from the United States decide to cross the border to Mexico, to have some type of dental procedure. The main reason is the popularity of Tijuana, as one of the main destinations for cosmetic dental tourism, but that is not all. In reality, dentists in Mexico have characteristics that are…

Within the United States, thousands of people are unable to undergo dental treatment, due to the lack of insurance that can cover expenses. On the other hand, it is also common that even people who have insurance cannot fully cover medical expenses. These factors have made it difficult in countries like the United States and…

Inside and outside the Mexican Republic, more and more people decide to travel to Tijuana for the purpose of having dental treatments. Although the reasons that led to this decision are several, one of the main ones is the number of multidisciplinary teams of specialist surgeons that exist in Tijuana. By specializing in different areas…

Most popular dentistry treatments in the border city of Tijuana Mexico Previously it was considered that dental treatments were only for people who had enough money, as they were very expensive. Today the field of dentistry has become accessible to everyone, especially in cities like Tijuana, Baja California where it is cheaper than elsewhere. Tijuana…

Sometimes we do not realize how important is the role that a beautiful smile plays in people’s lives, and thinking about cosmetic procedures, comes at last. In the specific case of receiving orthodontic treatment, people often hesitate if it’s worthy because these procedures are in some cases very expensive. But let’s face it, getting braces…

The aesthetic aspect of the teeth influences the appearance of a person in life, this is something that is more and more proven every day. That is why many people today are looking for cosmetic procedures of dentistry in Mexico to improve the appearance of their damaged teeth through dental treatment for patients, such as…

One of the oral diseases that we treat the most at Dental 6ta & E is cavities/ tooth decay, but few people are aware that they present this condition despite its frequency. Our dentist in Tijuana know that detecting cavities in time can mean fewer patient problems, both aesthetic and functional because in an extreme…

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What is endodontics? It is the science in charge of the study of histophysiopathology of pulp tissue and the repercussion to periapical tissues. It is known as the act of removing damaged pulp tissue from the root canals with its subsequent filling and sealing of the cavity. The pulp is a specialized loose connective tissue,…

Dental treatment that will help you feel confident with your smile As the years pass the teeth start to wear out and many times, for one thing, or another they even fall. This is a problem that affects many people, commonly affects older people, but it also happens to young people. One common misconception is…

What’s the best way to restore a tooth? Dental care is very important in the health of every person, however people do not always see it that way, in fact, the teeth are one of the areas of the body that less daily care receives. This causes that with time, when not receiving the necessary…

When we are children we have milk teeth, as time passes, commonly at the age of 6, those teeth start to fall and permanent teeth take their place. Frequently these permanent teeth grow crooked. The result of this is not a very desired aesthetic image, which can cause low self-esteem and insecurity when a person…

There are many types of materials that we use for these treatments: Porcelain (metal free), metal – porcelain and metal and metal. A dental crown and veneer are permanent treatment, to cover our teeth. Some of the reasons you may need them are: After a root canal After a removal of composite filling or amalgam…

Do I clench? Am I a grinder? How can I tell? What’s the difference between one and the other anyway? These are important questions that some of you may have asked. Others may have been told by their dentist that they are doing it, usually followed up by recommending the use of a mouth guard…

Many of us have heard the term ‘periodontal disease’ but few have really considered this problem as a disease, that is to say, as an actual ailment. Periodontal disease or periodontitis is the second stage of a first one, gingivitis. If you have it and do not take care of it, it can escalate to…

The wisdom teeth are the last ones to form, they erupt outside the gum approximately around the age of 17 and 22, but if there isn’t enough space in the mouth to fit them or if these molars come in a bad position (inclined) it could cause a lot of discomfort and pain. The most…

Teeth whitening is one of the most requested procedures done these days in the dental office because it is a simple and painless process and that gives an aesthetic benefit in only one hour. We have to keep in mind the reasons why teeth start to turn darker. The first reason is age, because you…

  I prefer porcelain crowns over the metal porcelain crowns because they don’t stain the tooth and the metal doesn’t start to show; the translucent ones looks more natural than the metal ones because these always look grayer.   I’ve been offering porcelain crowns since I finished university. The last metal porcelain crown that I did was…

Everyone wants to have the perfect smile. Whenever you turn on the TV, you see actors and actresses flashing their toothpaste-commercial smiles while walking down the red carpet, whereas you just sit there with your uneven teeth and awkward smile. But these actors and actresses have all had work done on their teeth to achieve…

WHAT IS OZONE? Ozone is an allotropic form of Oxygen, that is known mainly for its part in the world’s ecological balance. It absorbs most of the ultraviolet radiations that come from the sun, preventing them to get directly to the Earth’s surface. In the Industry it is known for its antiseptic, deodorant and disinfecting…

Biological dentistry is to relate oral health with the rest of the body’s health. It is to recognize and have in mind that the mouth is part of the body. One cannot say that they are healthy without considering their oral conditions. Illnesses of the mouth, be it cavities, gingivitis or infections, are ailments that…

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I always recommend xylitol. Is a nontoxic sugar substitute and with great oral benefits. It is used to sweeten coffee, tea, fruit drinks, cakes, etc. You can find it in powder, chewing gum, lollypops, mints and different candies and chocolates, even in toothpaste. Adults 4gr. daily, children 1gr. I constantly write about its benefits in…

Our body is formed from 12 basic cellular salts. The cellular salts of Schuessler are very good to strenghten the gums and the teeth when treating periodontal disease, gingivitis, periondontitis or after an oral surgery. I recommend the calcarea fluorica and the calcarea phosphoric: In Hyland’s brand you will find it as #1 and #2…

I like to work without fluoride and I suggest that the toothpaste be free of it. And I give the same recommendation when it’s about oral rinses. The characteristics of a good oral rinse is that it doesn’t contain preservatives, preferably that it doesn’t contain folic acid, vitamin D, coenzyme Q10, flavonoids and natural herbs…

On this page you will be able to find information about controversial matters between biological and traditional dentistry. Being an academy they accept members. Their motto is “show me the science”. www.iaomt.com

Web page where only scientific articles are published. Here you will find related subjects like: amalgams and mercury, amalgams and cancer, diabetes mellitus and periodontal disease among others. Its contents are indisputable, since they are merely scientific. www.pubmed.gov