How do dentists count teeth?
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well there are atleast 56 types of tooth numbering systems which are used by dentist all over the world though only three of them are popular nowadays, they being\n1. zygmondy palmer system\n2. universal system\n3. F.D.I system\n\n\n\nPalmer Notation Method\n\nAdults\n\nIn this system, the mouth is divided into four sections called quadrants.  The numbers 1 through 8 and a unique symbol are used to identify the teeth in each quadrant.  The numbering runs from the center of the mouth to the back.\n\nIn the upper right section of the mouth, for example, tooth number 1 is the incisor (flat, front tooth) just to the right of the center of the mouth.  The numbers continue to the right and back to tooth number 8, which is the wisdom tooth (third molar.)\n\nThe numbers sit inside an L-shaped symbol used to identify the quadrant.  The "L" is right side up for the teeth in the upper right.  The teeth in the upper left use a backward "L."  For the bottom quadrants, the "L" is upside-down.  The quadrants may also be identified by letters, such as "UR" or "URQ" for the upper right quadrant.\n\nChildren\n\nIn children, the Palmer Notation System uses uppercase letters instead of numbers.  Following the same order as for adult's teeth, children’s 20 primary teeth are lettered “A” through "E" in each quadrant.  The same symbol is used to identify the quadrants.\n\nUniversal Numbering System\n\nAdults\n\nTooth number 1 is the tooth farthest back on the right side of your mouth in the upper (maxillary) jaw.\n\nNumbering continues along your upper teeth toward the front and across to the tooth farthest back on the top left side (which is number 16).\n\nThe numbers continue by dropping down to the lower (mandibular) jaw.  Number 17 is the tooth farthest back on the left side of your mouth on the bottom.\n\nNumbering continues again toward the front and across to the tooth farthest back on the bottom right side of your mouth (which is number 32).\n\nIn this system, the teeth that should be there are numbered.  If you are missing your wisdom teeth, your first number will be 2 instead of 1, acknowledging the missing tooth.  If you've had teeth removed or teeth are missing, the missing teeth will be numbered as well.\n\nChildren\n\nIn the original system, children's 20 primary teeth are numbered in the same order, except that a small letter "d" follows each number to indicate deciduous (primary) teeth.  So, a child's first tooth on the upper right would be 1d and the last tooth on the lower right would be 20d.\n\nHowever, most dentists and insurance companies now use a modified version of the Universal Numbering System for children.  This version uses the letters A through T instead of the number 1 through 20.  So, a child's first tooth on the upper right would be A and the last tooth on the lower right would be T.\n\nFDI Two-Digit Notation\n\nAdults\n\nIn the FDI (Fédération Dentaire Internationale) World Dental Federation ISO-3950 notation 1s are central incisors, 2s are laterals, 3s are canines, 4s are 1st premolars etc., up through 8s which are 3rd molars.  The permanent teeth  quadrants are designated 1 to 4 such that 1 is upper right, 2 is upper left, 3 is lower left and 4 is lower right, with the resulting tooth identification a two-digit combination of the quadrant and tooth (e.g. the upper right central incisor is 11 and the left is 21).  The lower left permanent first molar is 36; however, it is not said thirty-six, but rather three six.  11 is one one, not eleven.\n\nThe currently accepted convention to view the FDI notation chart is from the perspective of the patient's right on the left:\n\n \nPermanent Teeth \nFDI Two-Digit Notation\n \nupper right                             upper left \n18 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 \n48 47 46 45 44 43 42 41 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 \nlower right                              lower le
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A teeth is divided into three parts: crown, neck and root. If you mean the part of the tooth above the neck region of a tooth, the answer is crown.
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In addition to checking with the nearest dental school, also check with your local health department.  Many cities provide dental care.
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Two words:\nStill Counting
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call your dentist !!!! let him check it out
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A dentist is a tooth doctor.  "Dent" means teeth in early Greek or Latin.
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yes.. go see you dentist
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I don't know of any websites, but I can tell you about my experience working with dentists and dental labs.\nThe dr.'s want efficiency. They want you to answer their questions quickly and kindly when they call. They want you to know what you are talking about and to correct any problems they may be having. They are generally too busy to fool around. And there's almost always patients calling to ask when such and such is going to be ready. They just want to product to be there and be done correctly.I think as long as you do those things, they will keep using your lab. Oh, and the quality of the lab's work has to be very good, too!!
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HI,\nPERIODONTAL DISEASE CAN BE DETECTED BY DOING GUM MEASUREMENTS. YOUR DENTIST HAS TO TAKE AN X-RAY OF THE AREA THAT IS CAUSING YOU PAIN.  IF HE DID NOT, HE JUST LOOKED AND SENT YOU ON YOUR WAY, THAT WAS BAD DENTAL CARE!!!  FIND YOURSELF A DIFFERENT DENTIST.  YOU COULD HAVE A FRACTURED TOOTH, TOOTH DECAY IN BETWEEN TEETH... PROBLEMS THAT NEED AND X-RAY.  GOOD LUCK
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Scaling is the procedure in which a dentist or dental hygienist will use tools to remove the hard deposits ( calculus) on your teeth, both above and below the gumline. This is necessary because calculus breeds bacteria, which attributes to periodontitis. If this condition advances it actually reduces the amount of bone in your upper and lower jaw. This will cause your teeth to become loose, and you may lose them. If a dentist recommends a dental scaling, it is best to have it done.
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Uh yea. A dentist should be able to see a "dead tooth" on an Xray. Are you supposed to figure out which tooth is hurting..That is crazy. How old are you because you could be cutting your back molars and that hurts like heck. Do you still have space back there for a tooth to come in. Rub the gums and see if you feel anything coming thru. Cutting teeth hurts, why do you think babies cry? But your dentist is a quack if he did not give you more information than that. Go to someone else...
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Dentists diagnose, prevent, and treat problems of the teeth and tissues of the mouth. They remove decay, fill cavities, examine x rays, place protective plastic sealants on children's teeth, straighten teeth, and repair fractured teeth. They also perform corrective surgery of the gums and supporting bones to treat gum diseases. Dentists extract teeth and make molds and measurements for dentures to replace missing teeth. Dentists provide instruction in diet, brushing, flossing, the use of fluorides, and other aspects of dental care, as well. They also administer anesthetics and write prescriptions for antibiotics and other medications.\n\nDentists use a variety of equipment, including x-ray machines, drills, and instruments such as mouth mirrors, probes, forceps, brushes, and scalpels.\n\nDentists in private practice oversee a variety of administrative tasks, including bookkeeping, and buying equipment and supplies. They may employ and supervise dental hygienists, dental assistants, dental laboratory technicians, and receptionists. (These occupations are described elsewhere in the Handbook.)\n\nMost dentists are general practitioners, handling a wide variety of dental needs. Other dentists practice in one of eight specialty areas. Orthodontists, the largest group of specialists, straighten teeth. The next largest group, oral and maxillofacial surgeons, operate on the mouth and jaws. The remainder specialize in pediatric dentistry (dentistry for children); periodontics (treating the gums and the bone supporting the teeth); prosthodontics (making artificial teeth or dentures); endodontics (root canal therapy); dental public health; and oral pathology (studying diseases of the mouth).
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Absolutely nothing.  It just depends on the state in which the dentist went to dental school.  Some states give the title D.D.S. which is Doctor of Dental Science.  Some states give the title of D.M.D. which is Doctor of Dental Medicine.
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Google them.\n\nDon't call 1 800 dentist, As they are an advertisement company\n- they only have the names of dentists that pay them big bucks\n   to hype their practices.  They don't do any pre screaning other than a copy of your license and your bank account
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Scaling is the use of manual or ultrasonic/sonic instruments to remove plaque, calculus, and stain from the surfaces of a person's teeth. Scaling is performed as part of a person's cleaning regime when they come to see the dentist or hygienist.  If you are only getting polished and not scaled then you are getting ripped off.  Most adults and even many children need scaling as part of a preventive program along with polishing.  Polishing is not scaling.  As you eat and digest food plaque and bacteria build up on your teeth. Since many people do not remove all of this effectively the plaque can turn into calculus (tarter) which has to be removed by a dental professional.  Thus we scale your teeth, floss, polish and go over homecare practices with you while you are there for your dental visit.
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A sign of dental carries (cavities) is a discolored spot on the tooth.  Tooth decay may be a number of different colors.  Sometimes orange, or black or brown.....\n\nWithout a well trained eye it can be very difficult to spot decay.  It can hide underneath fillings, or in places that you can not see in the mirror, like between your teeth.  This is why X-rays are taken during your 6 mo. cleaning and exam.\n\nI am a certified dental assistant and even though people brush and floss....there will always be tooth decay.  Food can become lodged in areas that are unaccessable by a toothbrush or missed while flossing.  IE: under an exsisting filling or crown.\n\nThough it is true that preventative maintance is highly suggested, such as sealants for the molars and sometimes premolars, decay will never vanish from a dentists vocabulary.  Some people are more prone to cavities than others.  This is why it is important to visit your Dr. 2 a yr.  not to mention....cleanings are necessary.  Calculus (tarter) can not be removed by brushing and no one is exempt from forming calculus.  Calculus is that hard substance that is ramoved from your gumline.  If not removed, it can cause a whole bunch of different issues IE: periodontal disease (which can cause bone loss in the mandible and maxilla...if not treated)\n\nUsually a dentist will not lie about having a cavity.  They aren't going to risk their practice for a couple $100.  If you suspect that a dentist is lying all you would have to do is get a second opion.  If the second dentist said that you do not have a cavity...you have a law suit on your hands.  It may happen...but. most likely not.  Dentists are trained to keep your mouth healthy and restore any problem areas.  They are terrified of law suits.  So...if you are told you have a cavity chances are...you do.  If the Dr. didn't tell you and you let it go...you can also sew for malpractice.  Anything that is going on in your mouth you will be told about to avoid the Dr. from getting in trouble later on.  It is up to you to trust your Dr. If you don't...find a new one!
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A tooth location would be helpful.