What is CSR and what do we do at Vélez & Lozano in this regard?
What is Corporate Social Responsibility? During this month of February we have talked a lot about Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) because part of our objectives for 2024 was to give a boost to the visible part of this area that is so important for companies in the 21st century. But what exactly is it and what does it mean for [...]
What is a torus and what are the consequences for our oral health?
Sometimes we receive patients in our dental clinic in Murcia who are worried because a lump has suddenly appeared in the oral cavity and they fear that it could be indicative of oral cancer. Once in the consultation room, and after the relevant x-ray to prove it, we realise that they are in fact excrescences [...]
Dental agenesis: let's talk about it
What is dental agenesis? Dental agenesis is defined as the congenital absence of one or more permanent teeth, which fail to erupt because they never form. Although it is something that often goes unnoticed by others, it is estimated to affect around 2% of the population, with this percentage being [...]
Why is Saint Apollonia the patron saint of dentists?
Today, February 9 is the feast day of Saint Apollonia, patron saint of dentistry, and at Vélez & Lozano we have celebrated it over the years in many different ways. Therefore, this year, taking advantage of the fact that it coincides with the weekly publication of our blog, we have decided to tell you her story and [...]
Paediatric dentistry for parents', an insider's summary
How do you know if 'Paediatric dentistry for parents' is written for you? Very simple: If you have doubts about when you should start brushing your child's teeth, if you think that only sweets create cavities or if you still don't know whether or not your child should come to the dentist for a check-up (you know, other parents will tell you [...]
Good use of antibiotics in dentistry
In the field of dentistry, the use of antibiotics plays a key role in the treatment of oral bacterial infections. The revolution that these drugs have brought about in medicine is supported by solid scientific evidence. It is crucial to note that antibiotics are effective against bacterial infections, but not against viral infections such as bacteria and viruses.
