The buccal nerve block is a supplemental anesthetic technique primarily used to numb the buccal soft tissues in the mandibular molar region. While often overshadowed by the more commonly discussed inferior alveolar nerve block (IANB), the buccal nerve block plays a crucial role in ensuring patient comfort during procedures involving soft tissue manipulation near the mandibular molars and retromolar area.
Meet John, a 45-year-old man from California, who has a sweet tooth—eating candy three times a day. He brushes his teeth three times daily to "prevent damage," but is that enough to save his teeth from decay?
What will happen to John’s teeth in five years if he continues this habit? We consulted dentists to analyze his risks, potential damage, and whether his brushing routine can offset the harm.
Age: 45
In the heart of Quezon City, within the thin walls of a crowded tenement, a woman sat holding her jaw. A simple toothache, ignored for months because her small store’s income barely covered food and other necessities, had become a throbbing nightmare. A local dentist said the tooth needed to come out, but the cost was a small fortune for her family. She paid, but it meant sacrificing money meant for other important needs.
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Cavities (bungi or lungag sa ngipon) may seem like a small problem at first, pero kung pasagdan, they can lead to serious dental issues. Dili lang siya bahin sa toothache—it can damage multiple teeth, cause infections, and even affect your overall health.
Tooth Decay Spreads Quickly (Mikatap ang Kalot sa Ngipon)
Cebu City recorded over three hundred new HIV cases in just eight months of 2025, and a staggering one-third of those patients were between 15 and 24 years old. Behind this statistic is a public health emergency unfolding in our community.
If you've ever put off treating a persistent toothache, writing it off as "just a dental problem," new research suggests it's time to think differently. A groundbreaking study is revealing a powerful connection between a common dental infection and your body's overall metabolic health—including blood sugar and cholesterol levels.
In today’s rapidly advancing world of dental technology, robotics and artificial intelligence (AI) are transforming the field of dentistry. However, when it comes to complex surgical procedures—especially those involving advanced infections, severe bone loss, or delicate nerve areas—traditional surgical methods performed by skilled Filipino dentists remain the gold standard of treatment.
Dental implants have a 95%+ success rate—when done correctly. However, without precise nerve and sinus mapping, patients risk permanent numbness, chronic pain, or even sinus perforation. Advanced 3D imaging (CBCT scans) and expert planning are the only ways to prevent these avoidable disasters.
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