Brushing is an activity which people over the ages have been following judiciously. It helps maintain good oral and dental hygiene. What could be wrong with brushing? Brushing does not have an adverse effect on your oral and dental health but doing it the wrong way can do a lot of harm. This blog will…
Cavities or ‘dental caries’ as they are known in the world of Dentistry occur due to certain bacteria present in your mouth. In the presence of carbohydrates/sugar, these bacteria produce acid that destroys the tooth’s enamel and the layer under it, the dentin. Following are the reasons why you may be more prone to cavities: Foods…
Dental veneers are thin shells of porcelain that are created to look like natural teeth while masking flaws in the front portion of your teeth in order to enhance your overall appearance. They have the ability to change the shape, size, length, and color of your teeth and also provide strength and resilience comparable to…
Wisdom teeth need not be removed in all patients. But if there’s a chance that your wisdom teeth will cause problems, it’s easier to take them out when you’re young. That’s because the roots of the teeth are not fully developed yet, and the bone around the teeth is less dense. Younger people also heal…
The plain truth is that we fear dental treatment and so we push it till the time the pain takes over. Along with this, there are a lot of word of mouth misconceptions created about dental health and a visit to the dentist. All that you hear may not be factual. Beware of dental myths,…
Most of us choose to ignore our toothache in the fear that dental treatment itself will cause more discomfort than the existing toothache. Well, this attitude couldn’t be further away from the truth! A toothache is a warning to check our oral health.