Dentaste Dental Clinic

02/12/2025

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Today til Thursday!
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12/11/2025

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04/11/2025

Dear Valued Clients, DENTASTE CATUBIG schedule is closed until further notice. You may still send THIS PAGE direct message for inquiries and appointments. We DO NOT ACCEPT third party appointments. Thank you for your continued patronage. At your service, Dr. Tine

29/10/2025

Announcement:

Dentaste UEP is open on November 1 & 2

17/10/2025

This can happen.

A 12-year-old boy was brought to the dental clinic with severe swelling, pain, and a foul odor from his gums. On examination, clinicians were shocked to find multiple live maggots moving within the necrotic tissue — a rare and alarming condition known as oral myiasis. The infestation had developed in areas of long-standing gum infection that had been left untreated for weeks.

Further investigation revealed poor oral hygiene and open gingival wounds that provided an entry point for flies to deposit their eggs. Within days, these eggs hatched into larvae that began feeding on the decomposing gum tissue. The boy’s gums were swollen, ulcerated, and emitted a characteristic putrid smell typical of advanced soft-tissue infection.

The treatment involved the careful manual removal of dozens of maggots using forceps under magnification, followed by irrigation with antiseptic solutions and local debridement of necrotic tissue. Systemic antibiotics and supportive therapy were started immediately to control secondary infection and inflammation.

Within a week of intensive care, the infection subsided and healthy granulation tissue began to form. The case highlights a rare but serious complication of neglected oral hygiene — demonstrating how simple gum infections can evolve into a severe parasitic infestation if left untreated.

🧠Source:
Oral Myiasis: A Rare Case Report and Literature Review.
PMCID: PMC4754572 PMID: 26884780
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Disclaimer: This content is shared strictly for public awareness and educational purposes only. It is not medical advice.

17/10/2025

DENTASTE UEP is now operational
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Thank you all for the patronage!
See you soon ♥️

16/10/2025

CONGRATULATIONS Jhehan!!!

Hakot award and all…
Your dedication paid off.
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13/09/2025

CONGRATULATIONS to this beautiful, brilliant, talented Queen! Full-fledged Criminologist na po ang aming Mutya Flordelyn Olegario!!! 💐💐💐💝💝💝🎉🎉🎉

All your hard work and sacrifices has paid off! 💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼

God Bless you,, ♥️♥️♥️

08/09/2025

Please Read Caption.

When braces come off, the job isn’t finished. The bone and tiny elastic fibers around teeth still “remember” where the teeth used to be. Like a stretched rubber band wanting to snap back, these tissues slowly try to pull teeth toward their old position.

That’s why retainers are so important — they act like seatbelts for your new smile. Without them, all those years of treatment can slowly be undone. Experts recommend these steps to keep teeth straight:

1️⃣ Always wear your retainer as your dentist or orthodontist prescribes.
2️⃣ Consider a fixed retainer for front teeth if your doctor suggests it.
3️⃣ Go for regular check-ups so small shifts are caught early.
4️⃣ Keep gums and teeth healthy with good brushing, flossing, and cleanings.
5️⃣ Wear your retainer long-term — sometimes even for life at night.
6️⃣ Correct harmful habits like tongue thrusting or nail biting.
7️⃣ Ask your dentist about special procedures if teeth were severely rotated.

Braces straighten. Retainers protect. Skipping them means giving your old smile a chance to come back.

08/09/2025

🦷Why does a toothache hurt so bad?

It’s easy to think it’s “just a bad tooth,” but the pain runs much deeper. Every tooth is wired with tiny nerve endings that connect straight into the trigeminal nerve — one of the strongest, most sensitive pain pathways in the entire body. Once triggered, it shoots signals to the brain in milliseconds, turning tooth pain into an alarm you simply can’t ignore.

That’s why a toothache can feel:
• Sharp and stabbing.
• Radiating into the jaw, head, or ear.
• Strong enough to disrupt sleep, focus, and even mood.

Tooth pain isn’t random. It’s a survival signal — warning of hidden trouble like cavities, abscesses, or inflammation. What makes it worse is that the brain often struggles to pinpoint the exact source, so the ache spreads across the face, creating the illusion that “everything hurts.”

So if a toothache ever sidelines you, know this: it’s not an overreaction — it’s your nervous system on high alert, trying to protect you.

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⚕️ Reminder: This post is educational only. Ongoing or severe tooth pain always needs a proper dental check-up.

08/09/2025

🦷✨ Skipping your nightly brushing might do more than harm your teeth—new research links it to a higher risk of cardiovascular disease.

When oral bacteria slip into the bloodstream, they spark inflammation that can quietly damage blood vessels and strain the heart. Over time, this hidden chain reaction may lead to clogged arteries, elevated blood pressure, and serious heart complications.

Researchers report that people who regularly miss brushing before bed show a greater likelihood of cardiovascular problems. This underscores a powerful truth: oral hygiene is not just about a clean smile—it is directly tied to life-long health.

Brushing at night remains one of the simplest, most protective habits for both your teeth and your heart.

📖 Source:
Tang, Z., Qiu, T., Ma, R. et al. Scientific Reports (2025).

08/09/2025

Kaya po importante ang POSTISO (Tag.)
Ang postiso po ay di pang arte arte lang. It is (and SHOULD be) functional. Kaya dapat sa DENTISTA ipinapagawa iyan at di sa technician kasi DAPAT ang dentista ang nagbibigay instructions sa trchnician kung ano ang DAPAT at TAMANG gagawin na postiso na akma para sa bawat isa.

Akala nyo di namin alam ha? 😅😅😅

Teeth are more than tools for chewing. Each tooth acts like a pillar that helps maintain the natural height and structure of the face. When teeth are lost, the support system weakens, and the lower third of the face begins to collapse. This collapse makes the cheeks look sunken, the lips lose fullness, and wrinkles form earlier — creating a prematurely aged appearance.

The effects go far beyond chewing and nutrition. Tooth loss disrupts how the jaws fit together, leading to imbalanced forces during chewing. Over time, this not only reduces the ability to eat certain foods but also places stress on the jaw joints and muscles, contributing to discomfort and further functional problems.

Bone loss is the hidden consequence. The roots of natural teeth stimulate the jawbone, keeping it strong. Once teeth are missing, that stimulation disappears, and the bone starts shrinking. This bone resorption accelerates facial collapse, making a person look older than their actual age. It’s a gradual process, often underestimated, but medically well-documented in dentistry.

In short: losing teeth is not just a dental issue — it’s a health and appearance issue. Protecting natural teeth preserves nutrition, speech, confidence, and the youthful balance of the face.