Examine your toothbrush the next time you brush your teeth. Are the bristles on your toothbrush straight, or are they frayed? Is there dried debris at the base of the bristles? If it’s the latter, you probably are in need of a new toothbrush! Many dentists agree that you should change your toothbrush…
Teeth whitening is the process of enhancing your teeth’s natural shade to a brighter one. How long the effects last will depend on a number of factors, including what has caused the teeth to discolor in the first place, which whitening treatment you choose, and your maintenance routine post-treatment. Teeth whitening done using…
Going on vacation this holiday season? Don’t forget to take care of your teeth! As your travel buddies, they require just as much care, and attention on the road as when you are home. Here are a few tips to help prevent dental complications while traveling: 1) Keep supplies handy Heading out on…
Festivals bring joy and sparkle on their arrival, but you just cannot afford to ignore your oral health. Most importantly, during the festive season, you should pamper your teeth and abstain from using them for activities they are not meant to perform. Some of the ways in which you can keep your teeth in their…
Very often we meet parents, who believe that milk teeth are not as important as the permanent ones and it’s alright to get them extracted instead of getting them treated! Well, the truth is, not only are milk teeth important for nutrition, they are also crucial in maintaining space for the permanent teeth to come…
Maintaining optimum oral hygiene is quite easy if you follow a strict oral hygiene regimen every day. After all, your mouth is the gateway to your body and a healthy mouth often means a healthy body! Here’s how you can maintain your teeth and gums- Practice apt brushing Brushing right is important for…
Taking good care of your child’s milk teeth is very crucial. Milk teeth do eventually fall out, but until they do, they play a significant role. You need to take care of your child’s milk teeth, right from brushing their first tooth to their first trip to the dentist. A regular teeth-cleaning and topical fluoride…
As a parent, it’s vital for you to understand every minute detail of your child’s health. Dental Caps/Crowns are placed over damaged teeth to provide protection, but how much do you really know about dental caps? When is a Dental Cap necessary? A Dental Cap may be needed when an endodontically treated tooth…
Teeth whitening is an absolutely painless and effective procedure! Before you decide to whiten your teeth, here are some things about teeth whitening you need to know: What is teeth whitening? Teeth whitening can be a very effective way of lightening the natural color of your teeth without removing or damaging your tooth…
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…