This is for those who work in dentistry?
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Tori is completely natural for some people, however, it can become very large sometimes for no apparent reason. Sometimes it becomes large from the force of clenching/grinding. It probably has to be removed to accomodate your partial fitting correctly. \n\n  It can be quite uncomfortable to have these removed. But if partials are your main objective, it can be quite worth your while. \n\n  Usually, the dentist I work with allows healing for about 6 weeks after the tori is removed. then the initial impression is taken. Depending on what protocol your doctor follows, you may have three more appointments after your final impression to aid in the fabrication of your partials. A framework try in, with just the metal part of the partial to insure that the metal base fits appropriately, then back to the lab it goes. Then a bite rim, to make sure that your natural bite is accomidated correctly, the dentist will make adjustments accordingly. then back to the lab it goes. Then you'll see your dentist again for a way try in. The teeth selected are set in wax over the framework, this is to see that the appropriate teeth have been selected, that you like the fit , shape and shade of the teeth in your new partial. Your dentist may adjust the teeth to your mutual liking. Then off to the lab for your final process, the teeth are set in acrylic to the framework and polished. Then you will see your dentist so you may recieve your new partial. \n\n  Sound like a long process? It is, some dentist don't do it this way, but all these steps make for a good, long lasting partial denture. THe whole process takes about three months, from tori removal to delivery of your partial. \n\n Sorry this was such a long answer. Good luck!
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The DDS is a professional degree and indicates that the person holding the degree has completed training in that profession.  It is equivalent to an MD, except it applies to the field of dentistry.  I suppose it is roughly equivalent to a PhD, however research (including a master's degree) and professional degrees differ in the way that candidates are trained, so they're not comparable (I say this from experience)
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I am a dental assistant.  Now you know why a baby cries when he is cutting teeth!!
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My mother is a dentist, and they have the same status as other doctors. A dentist performs surgeries, procedures, and must earn a doctorate to practice, just as other doctors.
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They cause pain. Nothing good happens when you go to the dentist. If you're lucky they just do a cleaning and tell you to go away. Otherwise, there may be drilling involved. No fun.
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i used to be a dental assistant.  now i am in dental school studying to be a dentist.  it is a fantastic field to work in, but you really have to love it.  it is detail oriented, hard on your back and hands, your workspace is very small (the human mouth); this is a medical field which means you will deal with blood; and it may require you to have your own practice so business skills come into play; you will be in close contact with patients; you need great communication skills, manual dexterity...\n\nbest advice i can give you is to go visit a local dentist who will let you shadow them for a day or two, so you can see exactly what kind of working environment you can expect, how the dental office works (basically), and so on.....\n\ngood luck
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i believe that dentistry takes the shortest time (5 yrs+ 1 practical training) but i guess it differs from one place to another. but i have to warn u that it's not easy. my fiance is a dentist and it's hard for both of us to handle it. if u want to literally help people, go for red cross. many of them require u to know first aid only and u can master that in a couple of short courses.\n\ngood luck:)
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You might be able to get work done at a University where students are training to be dentists.
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Dental instructors often do work pro bono.  I think its worth finding one and asking them.
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Dentistry is a bit difficult field, but if you pass out, you earn in gold. If you are patient enough to wait for 10 years, then you must try going
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It's a little drive for you, but at the OSU main campus in Columbus, the dental clinic is located there. The students do the dental work, (while interning) and they are overseen by licensed Dentists. These students put more care into what they are doing. They do wonderful work, because it is graded. My daughter went there to get some of her teeth fixed, and they treated her very well!
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Try this one on for size: be a Dentist and do what dentists do...
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These people make good money.  Most dentists would probably not want them accepting tips anyway.  I work with a dentist and he would be very upset if the dental hygienist was accepting money from customers.
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I don't know of any websites, but I can tell you about my experience working with dentists and dental labs.\nThe dr.'s want efficiency. They want you to answer their questions quickly and kindly when they call. They want you to know what you are talking about and to correct any problems they may be having. They are generally too busy to fool around. And there's almost always patients calling to ask when such and such is going to be ready. They just want to product to be there and be done correctly.I think as long as you do those things, they will keep using your lab. Oh, and the quality of the lab's work has to be very good, too!!
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i had some real nice work done in south east asia. fillings extractions, root canal, post and cap. all very .. i mean VERY cheap...of coures there was no anesthetic and their offices were as clean as a barn...but the work was great...and fast. i'll never go to an american dentist again! ok i didnt have all this done at once but all together [ 2 different dentist]about 40 dollars us  and one time i got ripped off , it should have been less... this is all true but seriously you can get good safe western style work done in a big city clinic set up for foreigners for about 1/4 of western prices. but ive been happy w/ the back alley work.
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Hands down, dental hygiene!!  I've been a dental hygienist for 18 years and have never regretted it.  The salary and benefits are great for a 2 year degree and you can choose your hours which is not as easy in nursing. I know many nurses just starting out have to work nights and holidays. That never happens with d. hygiene.  I work 4 days weekly now but have worked as little as 2 days when my son was small.  I've worked for the same dentist for 12 years--many of my patients are old friends now.  It is very gratifying to help patients maintain their dental health and spend time with them also.  Many patients share their personal lives and thoughts as well.  So you get to spend time with other adults and earn money as well.  When you have small children, I know how important that can be!!
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There are some dentists nowadays that put their patients under anesthesia even for regular check ups and cleanings. You should look into it in your area, they work especially for people like yourself.