Advancements + NHS

Question 1

What is Invisalign

Answer 1

• clear braces that gently straighten teeth
• without unconvinced of braces and restrictions on what you can eat
• less time and less hassle

Question 2

Describe the use of stem cells in dentistry

Answer 2

Filling made from synthetic biomaterial which stimulates the growth of cells in the pulp of tissue

• hoping that the filling can allow the tooth to heal itself
• beneficial as fillings sometimes fail and may need t lead to root canal. Root canals weaken teeth and they may need to be eventually pulled out

Question 3

How are NHS dentist funded

Answer 3

PCR

Question 4

Shoukd NHS be free

Answer 4

Firstly free but couldn’t cope

• state cannot find expensive procedures
• independent paying = unaffordable =worse dental health
• make checkups more cheaper and procedures more expensive. Inventive to look after their teeth, and can keep constant monitoring of dental health with cheaper check ups