Long before the Tiger Mother phenomenon, around 1910, a man named Boris Sidis was touting his child-rearing methods. To those who knew of his son, William James Sidis was quite possibly the smartest man who ever lived.
Common Dental Procedures. Below are explanations of some common dental procedures. Use the links to scroll down the page. Applying composite tooth bonding is a restorative procedure that uses tooth enamel-coloured composite resin (plastic) to repair teeth that are decayed, chipped, fractured or discoloured. Tooth gaps can also be closed. Unlike veneers, which require laboratory work, bonding is done in the dental office. Braces.
A prophylaxis, sometimes called a âregular cleaning,â is. considered a preventive procedure where the dentist or. dental hygienist removes plaque, tartar and stains from the. teeth. The dentist may recommend this procedure at regular. intervals, possibly once or twice per year, for patients. whose gum health is generally good (healthy gum color.