tips and tricks

No one can deny that dentistry is a stressful profession. It is not the most physically challenging though it does have its physical hurdles but I do believe that the mental side of the job takes the biggest toll on its workers. I have heard many explanations of the high suicide rate for dentists including the fact that there are just less dentists so any suicide will obviously make a bigger statistical difference. Here are some of my thoughts on the matter than I personally have experienced or have noted in others on a day to day basis: -Dentistry attracts a certain personality: Perfectionist, anal retentive, uptight individuals. The academic marks required to get in are fairly high and university places are competitive so the applicants it attracts have generally always aimed high and wanted the best performance out of themselves. When it comes to their work, this can leave them feeling unfullfilled and unsatisfied at the outcomes of their treatment. We forget that half the work is...

So it was mentioned to me that multiple layers of fibres can be used in the pontics of fibre bridges. A common situation is the replacement of lower incisors lost due to perio. Then you get the benefit of splinting as well as tooth replacement. With the first palatal fibre cured into place joining the abutment teeth together why not tack another strip of fibre labial to this in the pontic space. This is only possible when you don't have the natural tooth to adhere and are recreating the teeth in composite resin. The more fibre in the bridge the stiffer and potentially stronger it will be. After this second layer, a vertical fibre for each pontic tooth can be used as well as a horizontal fibre labial to that. This is the densenst arrangement with fibres going in different directions which will provide a satisfactory result. the translucency of the fibres means that not much composite is required over them to provide a good aesthetic result.

Often there is the temptation to take on more and more responsibilities. This is especially common in people who have difficulties saying no and who don't want to disappoint others. What you do have to remember is that you yourself must always come first. Though this may seem selfish, no one will care for you in the end other than yourself. Approach commitments with a rational mind and ask yourself if it is too much for your schedule. Do take into account that it is important for mental health to have time for leisure and recreation even if that is just lying back and doing nothing. Taking on tasks, committees and commitments may be beneficial to others but it may not be for yourself. Don't be afraid of saying no