How to deal with troublesome wisdom teeth?

Wisdom Teeth are the last molars, which can cause many problems. Wisdom teeth usually erupt between 17 - 25 years of age, but their appearance in one's forties is also not a rarity. Sometimes it is easy to miss the beginning of their development, because it may be gradual. 

The wisdom teeth are usually difficult to erupt. Sometimes, the wisdom tooth leads to the development of inflammation and irritation - this happens when gums cover the entire tooth, or a part of its crown. 

Wisdom teeth - like other molars - are designed for crushing food. And as with any teeth they need cleaning. But unfortunately they are located deep in the mouth, which is difficult to reach with a brush, therefore washing those teeth is often neglected. The result of poorly performed hygiene is the development of caries. 

  

Extraction of wisdom teeth is indicated only in justified cases: health problems the teeth cause should be taken into account, the prognosis for the healing of changes, and the degree of the tooth destruction. Due to the location of wisdom teeth, their treatment is cumbersome and operating the tools in the deep areas of the mouth is not pleasant for the patient, nor trouble-free for the dentist. 

The extraction of wisdom teeth, just because they are present, is not the best solution. The troublesome molars  might be useful to support dentures or in autotransplant. 

Is medical tourism going to be a Polish export good?

The Medical Tourism Chamber of Commerce (IGTM) filed an application with the Ministry of Economy to consider medical tourism an export specialization of the Polish economy.

Medical tourism is a rapidly growing global market sector in which patients travel to neighboring countries to obtain medical assistance. According to estimates, this market in 2004 was worth 40 billion dollars. Data prepared by Grail Research, LLC indicate that its value will rise to 100 billion dollars in 2012. Therefore, many countries strive to effectively promote their medical services abroad and include it into the export services offer.

- The reason for the growth of the potential of Polish medical tourism is the growth of medical costs in developed countries, long waiting lists for operations and deterioration in standards of health care - say IGTM experts.

Poland is cheaper and has the potential

Among the European Union countries, where patients already benefit from medical services in other countries, including in Poland, are: United Kingdom, Ireland, Belgium, Germany, Norway, Sweden and Denmark.

In Europe the most significant countries, where medical tourism has great potential for development because of lower costs of treatment, good medical facilities, and high quality medical services, in addition to Poland, there are also Hungary, Czech Republic, Cyprus and Turkey.

The most important factor causing an increase in the number of the foreign patients in Poland are competitive prices. And no wonder, because our prices are at least four times cheaper than in other European Union countries, and the quality of services does not differ from the standards abroad.

In Poland, the average cost of treatment in the clinic of plastic surgery ranges from 1.5 to 14 thousand PLN. For example, the price of the breast augmentation in Poland reaches eight thousand PLN and gets higher depending on the size of implants, while in Belgium, the prices start from 3.4 thousand EUR (13 thousand PLN). The nose operation in Poland costs from three thousand PLN, while its prices start in Belgian hospitals from 1875 EUR (7.2 thousand PLN). It is also several times more expensive in other Western European countries.

Poland is going to catch up with Hungary

In our region the most experience in medical tourism are the Hungarians, they first opened their market for medical services for foreigners. There are opinions that the market for medical tourism in Hungary begins to become an industry.

- It should be noted that despite some delays to the Hungarian market, we have many strengths which will allow to catch up with Hungary if properly used, and even can put us ahead of our southern neighbor. Polish doctors are respected specialists in the West and increasingly sought after. We also report on the high development of certain medical specialties - says Artur Gosk. According to him, Poland is perceived in the European Union as a country with high economic and social opportunities.

All you need to know about Christmas gifts

Christimas is coming, which means that soon we will take up buying Christams gifts for our friends and family. Below you will find a few useful hints what to buy and what to avoid.

THE MOST POPULAR CHRISTMAS GITFS

1. Cosmetics and jewellery

2. CDs with music and tickets for a concert of a favourite band

3. Mp3 players, iPods etc.

4. Computer games

5. SPA, gym swimming pool pass

6. Electronic devices

7. Clothes

8. Photos of the giver and receiver of the gift (usually in a big size)

9. Pillows, cups etc. with a picture of the receiver (to be found online)

10. Home decorations

11. A very big Christams card

12. Calendar

13. A watch

14. Underwear and bedding

15. T-shirts with funny inscriptions or pictures

16. A wallet/ purse

17. Clothing accessories (bags, scarves etc.)

18. A cinema/theater/restaurant invitation

19. A pet (gold fish)

20. Tableware

21. Various kinds of tool kits

22. Elaborate alcohol

23. Shopping cupon

24. Hair devices like a curler

25. Basket of favourite sweets

THE WORST GIFTS EVER!

Below we present is a list of gifts that you should not give to anybody not to offend the receiver:

1. "Appearance improvers" 

When choosing gifts, try to avoid those that suggest any imperfections associated with the appearance of the receiver. Avoid slimming underwear, anti-wrinkle cream, electric depilator and hygiene items. 

2. Trinkets. 

Before you give a present, think about what the receiver can do with this item. Is it in any way useful, or the only function it plays is gathering dust. Gifts like a plaster statue, a picture of a sunset or a vase are not very useful.

3. Your own photo in a frame. 

It is certainly no a present in very good taste. It reveals your selfishness. It is much better to give a enlarged picture of your and the receiver, providing that your relation is intimate enough.

4.Very cheap/expensive gifts.

Quite an important aspect of the gift is its price. It should be middle worht. If you buy a too cheap gift, it may look trashy. On the other hand, offering a very expensive present, we can embarrass the person who receives it.

5. The same gift as last year.

Choosing the same gifts, may indicate a lack of imagination and commitment.

6. "For later" 

Avoid giving presents which can be used in the future. it is a complete nonsense to give a book to a child who can not read, or clothing that the kid will be able to wear in two years. It's better to focus more on the present.

7. Gifts from the ending date of usefulness/ expiry date

This is another gift which may hurt our relatives.

8. Money

Giving gifts is associated with devoting you time for the other person. Donating a gift of money, may indicate disregard and "going the easy way."

9. Your own gifts which you do not like

The peak of arrogance would be to give somebody a gift that you have received. Let's not make the holidays an opportunity to get rid of unnecessary items.

10. Second-hand clothing

This proposal is in the last place, because there isn't a worse idea for a gift than used clothes and especially underwear. This gift proves not only ignorance but also a lack of tact.

MEMORABLE GIFTS

Gifts in the form of vouchers will remain in memory for many years. They are interesting, original, unique and totally different from those that we give every day. However, when choosing a gift, it is worth considering whether the reveicer would want to use it. It may indeed prove that we buy Horse riding lessons for someone terrified of horses, or we spend money on climbing course for an uncle, who can not stand the physical strain.  So you have to think about it, and even gently ask your family who likes what. One thing is certain, active gifts are something completely new and different than traditional gifts. Now you can go crazy a little, and at the same time surprise your cousin, husband, children, or for example a friend. The choice is yours.

Special offer: Dental Crowns and Bridges in Warsaw for only 79 GBP!

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The offer is valid November 2011- December 2011, reservation must be done witihin promotional period. Payment in cash only. Prices may vary depending on exchange rate at the day of your dental appointment.

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Biting items at work and bruxism

We tend to eat; our teeth at work, but the free dental treatment in Poland funded by the employer is still a great rarity. Meanwhile, bruxism (nervous and involuntary clenching of teeth) is a problem of a growing number of employees. The reason, very often, is stress - not only in the work place. The most common effects of bruxism are: damaged enamel, headaches and irregularities in the operation of the temporomandibular joints, but in extreme cases even occlusal curvature.

Another serious problem is biting items in stressful, tense situations. We bite virtually all thigs: spoons, cups, paper, pens, pencils. It can cause not only serious fractures, but also infections. A study conducted on the subject in a group of 1000 employees revealed a rather pesimistic results:

- 93 % of Poles feel stressed at work;

- 21 % bite pencils out of anger, and 44 % grinds their teeth;

- 71 % clench their teeth out of rage, and 44 % do it at work;

- 93 % drink coffee during work, 67 % drink cola and other sweetened beverages, and 35 % drink energy drinks;

- 43 % eat sweet snacks at work, 35 % eat fast food dishes;

- 32 % smoke cigarettes.

... and only 8 % clean their teeth after meals. We usually spend 8-10 hours at work and the teeth should be cleaned twice during this time, not to mention about the flossing...

Implantation step by step

Dental Implants Poland are perhaps the best example of the excellent, modern prosthetic treatment. Still, for many patients it is a mystery what the steps of the procedure are and how long the implants last.

Stage I involves one visit and is based on interviewing the patient and completing the basic diagnostic tests, including X-ray - most important for the doctor who will perform the procedure.

Stage II is a procedure performed under local or general anesthesia and consists of:

- Verification of the diagnosis on the condition of the bone tissue, mainly its density. It is carried out using the so-called initial drill;

- Preparation the place for the implant, the length and width of the "canal" depend on the implant type;

- Implantation of the implant and the healing screw which prevents the ingress of impurities;

- Putting stitches on the gums over the implant.

Stage III, which is carried out after about 7 -10 days - the stitches are removed.

Stage IV, which lasts about 3 - 5 months, it's time for the healing of the implant. During this time, the implant integrates with the surrounding tissue.

Stage V - initial placing of a crown on the implanted screw for a period of about 2 - 3 weeks. During this time the patient checks if she/he does not feel discomfort while using the new teeth and evaluates the implant esthetics. If there are no comments - the crown is permanently cemented.

Stage VI, which lasts the longest and involves repeated dental check-ups every half a year.