WHY A REGULAR DENTAL CHECKUP IS IMPORTANT?

WHY A REGULAR DENTAL CHECKUP IS IMPORTANT?

WHY SHOULD YOU VISIT THE DENTIST REGULARLY? Although it’s fact-based that a twice-yearly dental check-up is essential because they help keep your gums and teeth healthy,  dental visits should be scheduled based on each person’s habits, oral hygiene, and medical...
THE UNHEALTHY LIFESTYLE EFFECT ON ORAL HEALTH

THE UNHEALTHY LIFESTYLE EFFECT ON ORAL HEALTH

WHAT ARE THE EFFECTS ON OVERALL HEALTH DUE TO POOR ORAL HEALTH? Bad oral hygiene will lead to several severe health problems and would be an understatement to label it as “cavity.” Patients with cavity conditions can vouch for the amount of pain that can be incurred...
HOW TO FIGHT SUGAR CRAVINGS TO PROTECT OUR TEETH

HOW TO FIGHT SUGAR CRAVINGS TO PROTECT OUR TEETH

Consuming a lot of sugar, not only impacts our oral health negatively but also our entire well-being. Constant intake of sugar establishes the growth of plaque, cavities, and tooth erosion. Bacteria thrive in our mouths at all times. When the consumption of sugar...
COMMON SYMPTOMS OF TOOTH DECAY

COMMON SYMPTOMS OF TOOTH DECAY

Deterioration to the tooth’s surface or the enamel is known as tooth decay. It occurs when bacteria in your mouth produce acids that break down at your teeth’ enamel. Cavities are caused by tooth decay (dental caries). Cavities are small holes in the hard...
WHO IS THE BLACK SHEEP – TOOTH OR THE NERVE?

WHO IS THE BLACK SHEEP – TOOTH OR THE NERVE?

A Sharp sensation of pain occurring in and around the face region is often mistaken as tooth pain. However, it is not necessarily of dental origin.Tooth pain commonly occurs due to decay, sensitivity, a cracked tooth or gum infection. On occasion, we have patients...

WHAT IS DENTAL PLAQUE AND HOW CAN I GET RID OF IT

Bacterial plaque is a soft, sticky film that forms on the teeth and is also known as tooth plaque, microbial plaque, and dental biofilm. Plaque is a sticky, colorless yellowish biofilm that grows on the teeth on a daily basis. Bacteria deposits get formed when saliva,...