Dentistry Articles

The thickness of the enamel surface layer in humans ranges from 0.01 mm at the cervical margin to 2 mm on the chewing surfaces of teeth. There is no such independent concept as “thin enamel” or “fragile enamel.” These terms are often used by patients and even doctors, but they usually refer to increased tooth wear and/or sensitivity.

The main color of teeth is given by dentin, while enamel is almost transparent. During the whitening procedure, the enamel allows the whitening agent to pass into the dentin and then release it back. This process can be compared to washing and rinsing.

Wisdom teeth are extracted only if there are indications, but in reality, this step is present in almost every patient’s treatment plan. The fact is that in almost all cases, third molars have a negative effect on the oral cavity as a whole, and patients who have no indications for their removal are now extremely rare.