Dental Did You Know: The First Ongoing Dental Journal

The first ongoing dental journal, the Dental Cosmos, was published by Samuel Stockton White (the founder of the SS White Company) in 1859. This eventually became the Journal of the American Dental Association (JADA).

Source: Freedman G, Dental Education...As You Like It, Oral Health, July 2010, Vol 100, No 7, pg 3.

Hans Skariah, B.Sc., DMD
Promenade Court Dental Health Group in Mississauga
2233 Hurontario St., Mississauga, ON, Canada
(1/2 km north of the QEW in the Dome Building)
(905) 273-7100

Practice Info: Dr. Andrew El-Faizy Recruited to PC Dental

We are pleased to introduce Dr. Andrew M. El-Faizy to our practice. Andrew will be applying his expertise in molar endodontics and oral surgery to some of our difficult cases. In addition, his experience in restorative dentistry will be a welcome benefit to our practice. Our practice has grown to a family of five...with more to come. Thanks to our patients for their great support during our growth!

Hans Skariah, B.Sc., DMD
Promenade Court Dental Health Group in Mississauga
2233 Hurontario St., Mississauga, ON, Canada
(1/2 km north of the QEW in the Dome Building)
(905) 273-7100

Dental Did You Know: Calcium Hydroxide and Deep Fillings

Sometimes, we run into cavities that are exceptionally deep, often exposing a pinpoint area of the pulpal (nerve) area of the tooth. This often necessitates a root canal. However, we can attempt to recover and rehabilitate the tooth by capping a small exposure with calcium hydroxide, followed by a well-sealed restoration. The success levels can be quite good: a review of 14 studies have shown success rates of up to 90% with experienced clinicians.

Source: Hilton T, Keys to Clinical Success with Pulp Capping: A Review of the Literature, RCDSO Peak Publication, May/June 2010, pg 1-16.

Hans Skariah, B.Sc., DMD
Promenade Court Dental Health Group in Mississauga
2233 Hurontario St., Mississauga, ON, Canada
(1/2 km north of the QEW in the Dome Building)
(905) 273-7100