It is a truth universally acknowledged that a dentist in possession of a root canal file must be in want of a less controversial solution. I, a person of agreeable wit but insatiable curiosity, found myself ensnared in the most peculiar of predicaments on a humid Bombay evening in the year of our Lord 2012. […]
Month: February 2025
Dr. Jane possessed a rare gift—the ability to transform her dental practice into a space of wisdom, humor, and connection. Her chair was more than just a fixture for dental procedures; it was a stage where life lessons were imparted, a courtroom where dental habits were put on trial, and a confessional where patients found […]
Dr. Jahan, a seasoned dentist in the heart of Bombay, had mastered the art of molar battles and incisor rescues. Yet, despite her surgical finesse, something always seemed amiss. Her clinic bustled with patients, her chair barely caught a break, and her coffee perpetually went cold before the second sip. The never-ending cycle of consultations, […]
I saw some excess composite core material on the disto-proximal chamfer of the crown prep. Was that a overhang? I just took a probe to check the finish line. Ping! The paper thin core, that had been pretending to cover the coronal seal, popped into my hand! But by now the crown was already loaded […]
She wanted to change her orthodontist. She wanted us to take over her case. She had suddenly discovered that her orthodontist’s practice was very inconveniently located. She was suggesting us to either continue with her orthodontic treatment at our facility or next best take off her orthodontic braces for good. That was pretty unusual, how […]
……Continued from Part 1 This X ray picture showed the entire ramus of the mandible having a large radiolucent lesion.The picture was consistent with a huge dentigerous cyst! “I have been saying it for years”, is all that he said. Considering his mental condition I wrote a note to his hospital doctor about the cyst […]
He politely asked to see me in my free time. I was new in my practice and I had all the time he would want. As I looked up to assess him, I saw a simple, slim, slightly balding but smiling middle aged man, who seemed to be too eager to please me. He had […]
The Future of Dental Chairs: A Convergence of AI, Automation, and Sustainability
Prologue: A Glimpse into the Future Dr. Jane, a highly accomplished dentist, had been immersed in her demanding practice for years. The weight of continuous patient care, research, and advancing technologies left little room for leisure. Deciding to take a well-earned break, she embarked on a serene holiday to the Alps, seeking solace amidst snow-capped […]
The Imperative of Intraoral Scanners in Contemporary Dental Practice: A Technical Exposition
Dr. Jane, a forward-thinking clinician with an insatiable enthusiasm for digital dentistry, set out to revolutionize her practice. She hired intraoral scanners from multiple vendors, explored various brands, and partnered with several dental labs, all in pursuit of precision and efficiency. The future, she believed, was digital. But reality had other plans. Her first battle? […]
The Interwoven Realms of Dental and Mental Health: A Call for Comprehensive Care
The Overlooked Link Between Oral and Mental Health Dr. Jahaan had been treating Mr. Ramesh, a 52-year-old engineer struggling with chronic dental pain for years. What started as minor discomfort escalated into severe distress, affecting his ability to eat, speak, and smile confidently. His dental anxiety led to treatment avoidance, worsening his oral health and […]