Author: Isreal Olabanji DST, RN

Isreal Olabanji is a certified Dental Nurse in Nigeria with experience in oral health education, public health, dental instruments, and patient care. He writes evidence-based dental and oral health content for readers in Nigeria, the United States, and beyond, making expert oral care guidance accessible no matter where you're reading from. Follow me on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Pinterest, or LinkedIn.

Endodontics: Step back Shaping of the Root Canal (Maxillary Central Incisor) Armamentarium Ruler Unmounted tooth K files (numbers 8, 10) Stoppers Stopper box Initial radiograph X-ray film Step back preparation for Step 1: File Sequence Recall the working length of the canal and the size of the last file used. Subtract 1mm increments from the original working length with each larger file size used until the instrument reaches within 4-5 mm of the canal orifice. In this case, the working length is 24.5 mm; cleaning was begun with a 35 K-file and ended with a 50 K-file. Step…

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When people think of x-rays, they often automatically imagine them being used in hospitals – primarily to scan broken bones and for other similar forms of treatment. However, it is not the case that this is the only use for this form of technology, and there are actually different ways in which it can prove to be useful in other areas of life. Here, this blog post will be looking closer at what some of these happen to be. Airport Security You will often find yourself walking through an x-ray machine when airport security checks are being done. Your baggage…

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Your teeth need constant care to remain healthy, and that’s why it’s crucial to schedule regular visits to your dentist to avoid dental problems. Those visits to the doctor can help stop potential dental issues before they progress. Dental issues detected early enough can save you extensive treatment and costs. Poor oral hygiene, diet, or medical conditions can lead to tooth decay. Maybe you’re amongst those who found themselves in a position where one or more of your teeth need a dentist’s care due to rotting and are wondering if they can be salvaged. The answer is yes and below…

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Sleep—we all need it, but it’s not always a priority in our lives. However, if there’s something you should be making a priority, it should be sleep. If you’re not convinced about how important sleep is in your life, here are a few reasons you should be investing in quality sleep: Your brain needs it Have you ever tried to get work done after a night out or during a week where you suffered from insomnia? The brain fog can make that a challenge, doesn’t it? On the flip side, have you ever woken up ready to slay? The chances…

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Working from home has been both a gift and a challenge to new parents, giving them the ability to witness firsthand how their child learns the world, grasps language, and progresses in terms of communication. Indeed, there are best speech exercises for your child, and below are some tips and tasks that can also aid in their developmental stages of language learning. Speech therapy, though originally thought of as an intervention for speech impediments, are essential to all children. These are not just corrective but are also fundamental to their grasp and fluency in language production一be it verbal or written.…

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