Dr Mylene Logarta -Dabon dental clinic

16/07/2025

Source : World Dental Association

14/07/2025

Dentists:
Dr. Mylene Logarta- Dabon🦷
Dr. Lloyd Dabon
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10/07/2025

09/07/2025

Impacted wisdom teeth are third molars that don't have enough space to fully erupt in the mouth. Because of this, they often grow at odd angles — pushing against the second molars. What’s alarming is that this damage usually happens without any noticeable pain in the early stages. You might feel completely fine, while silent destruction is taking place underneath the gums.

As the impacted wisdom tooth presses against the second molar, it can slowly erode the healthy tooth's root or enamel. This constant pressure can create a trap for bacteria and food particles, increasing the risk of deep cavities, gum infections, and even bone loss between the two teeth. If left undetected, the healthy molar — which is critical for chewing — might end up needing a root canal, a large filling, or even extraction.

Since the process is often painless at first, many patients don’t realize there’s a problem until it’s too late. That’s why dentists recommend regular X-rays during the late teens or early twenties, when wisdom teeth typically start to erupt. Catching the problem early means the difference between a simple extraction and permanent damage to your healthy teeth.

If you still have your wisdom teeth and haven’t had them evaluated recently, it’s worth asking your dentist for an updated scan. Early action can save your smile from long-term complications.

08/07/2025

Missing Tooth Replacements

07/07/2025

06/07/2025

06/07/2025

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Dr. Mylene Logarta- Dabon🦷
Dr. Lloyd Dabon
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05/07/2025

04/07/2025

In the cutting-edge world of biotechnology, researchers have taken a major step toward eliminating one of humanity’s oldest oral enemies—tooth decay—through the use of nanoparticle-based vaccines. These nanoparticles, structures as small as a billionth of a meter, act like guided missiles, delivering key antigens from the Streptococcus mutans bacteria directly to immune cells. Instead of simply injecting a substance, these vaccines smartly stimulate the immune system to launch a rapid, robust, and long-lasting defense against decay-causing bacteria—like an advanced early warning system for the human mouth.

These nanovaccines are typically made from materials like PLGA (poly-lactic-co-glycolic acid), which are not only biodegradable and safe, but also capable of controlled antigen release. In animal studies, injection of these vaccines led to high levels of IgA antibodies in saliva and IgG antibodies in the bloodstream—immune soldiers that neutralize bacteria before they can settle on teeth.

Researchers hope this technology will soon enter clinical trials and pave the way for the world’s first universal anti-cavity vaccine. Just imagine—a simple childhood vaccine that could offer years of protection for dental health, without the need for constant brushing or costly treatments. Though there’s still a journey ahead, the outlook is promising—a world where children’s smiles are protected from decay from their earliest days, thanks to nanovaccines.

Article Code: PMC10100722

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10100722/