Eat these Fruits & Vegetables to keep your teeth and gums healthy

January 11, 2017 TheDentalSpa Dental Care, Dental Tips, Food, Preventive Care

You are what you eat and when it comes to your teeth, this saying stays true. Eating the right fruits and vegetables helps promote healthy teeth and gums, reducing the risk of tooth loss. It’s also an effective way of developing immunity. We shall dwell over a few fruits and vegetables that not only keep…

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5 WAYS to keep your TOOTH ENAMEL STRONG

January 4, 2017 TheDentalSpa Dental Care, Dental Tips, Preventive Care, Tooth Decay

Tooth enamel is the toughest and most highly mineralized substance in your body. It is also one of the four major tissues that make up the tooth in human beings and several other animals. Although it might have a reputation of being the toughest, it is still prone to certain problems like decay, chip…

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Wonder why you are more prone to cavities?

December 30, 2016 TheDentalSpa Uncategorized

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…

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Eat your way to Healthier Gums

December 26, 2016 TheDentalSpa Dental Care, Dental Implants, Dental Tips, Food, Preventive Care

Your gums are made of a soft yet, tenacious tissue designed to cover the bones supporting your teeth. They form a tight seal around your teeth and act as a barrier to disease causing bacteria. If plaque is not removed, it can release toxins that irritate and inflame the gums, causing a condition called gingivitis. If…

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4 Things you need to know about Wisdom Teeth

December 19, 2016 TheDentalSpa Dental Care, Dental Tips

Anthropologists believe that wisdom teeth, or the third set of molars, were necessary for our ancestor’s early diet of coarse, rough food – like leaves, roots, nuts and raw meats – which required more chewing power and resulted in excessive wear of the teeth. The modern diet with its more refined and cooked foods, along…

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Differences in the Oral Health of Men & Women

December 16, 2016 TheDentalSpa Dental Care, Dental Tips, News, Preventive Care

Women are more proactive than men in maintaining their teeth and gums. That’s right! As per new research published in the April Journal of Periodontology. Read on to discover how the differences pan out: Women experience sudden spikes in oral issues Women only go through different phases like pregnancy and menopause which are characterized by hormonal…

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Gum Disease Affects More Than Just Your Mouth!

November 30, 2016 TheDentalSpa Dental Care, Dental Tips, Preventive Care, Tooth Decay

It is well established that gum disease can be devastating to the mouth and is the leading cause of adult tooth loss and other oral problems. What is less well-known is that gum disease can also have negative impact on other parts of the body. Gum disease is typically caused by bacteria and other particles…

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How your dental health is Linked to your diet?

November 24, 2016 TheDentalSpa Dental Care, Dental Tips, Food, News, Preventive Care, Tooth Decay

People say that food tastes better when you eat it with your family. We say, ‘Food tastes better when you have teeth in your mouth to devour it’! Today we will be talking about how eating habits affect our teeth. Growing up, we were always reminded or warned not to eat too many sweets since…

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How to maintain great oral hygiene with braces?

November 18, 2016 TheDentalSpa Dental Care, Dental Implants, Dental Tips, News, Preventive Care

A smile can change everything. Braces are an ally that helps you get that perfect smile and a good alignment. But not a very easy task, especially with the hassles of keeping a good oral hygiene. Today, we will talk about ways in which you can maintain good oral hygiene with braces. Putting on braces…

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5 Reasons why you need to see your dentist twice a year

November 14, 2016 TheDentalSpa Dental Care, Preventive Care

Gone are the days when visiting your dentist meant an uncomfortable and painful experience. Like all other fields of medicine, dentistry too has changed and evolved for the better! Your dentist is going to play an integral role in your healthy life, so why not visit him/her at least twice a year and get your…

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