Sodas/ soft drinks are no longer an occasional treat, sadly for many; it has become an essential part of their diet. It seems to have taken the place of water, the essential element our bodies need for hydration. Soda generally seems a harmless indulgence, but it can create havoc on your dental health. In this blog, we will discuss how ...
You know smoking is bad for your health, so it should be no surprise that cigarettes and chewing tobacco are also harmful to your oral health. In addition to several other chronic diseases, tobacco use is a primary cause of many oral diseases and adverse oral conditions. The epidemic of tobacco use is one of the greatest threats to global ...
Many patients ask if it is really possible to keep their original set of teeth for a lifetime. The teeth fall prey to the forces of time and daily life, just as other aspects of our bodies do. Nevertheless, it is absolutely possible to keep your teeth for a lifetime. As we grow old, enamel becomes worn, teeth get chipped, ...
Little baby teeth have some big responsibilities. They not only help you bite, chew and speak correctly but also help guide the permanent teeth underneath them into proper position. Caring for your child’s baby teeth or milk teeth can not only help in maintaining a great smile but also in general well-being. Establishing a good oral hygiene routine while they ...
The optimal smile line should reveal the least amount of gum tissue possible. Gums in the smile line should have balanced, even contours that are in harmony with the upper lip. An average lip line shows only the teeth in your upper jaw and the bits of gum that extend upwards between your teeth. A gummy smile is when you ...
With the improving awareness of patients regarding oral health-related quality of life, the advancements in dentistry for dental materials have diversified. There is no progress in dentistry without the development of dental materials and technologies. From the distant past through to the present day, dentistry has been continuously invigorated by the development of both dental technologies and materials. Over the ...
Everyone wants a smile that they can be proud to show off. Your smile is the first thing people see and it’s usually a major factor in making that first impression on those you meet. Having imperfect teeth can cause a great deal of stress and anxiety. People often feel the need to hide their smiles when missing teeth, stains, ...
Brushing and flossing are the best ways to help prevent cavities, but it can be difficult to clean each and every groove and depression in your teeth especially your back teeth, you use to chew. Once bacteria are stuck in the pits it will generally stay there and decay the tooth rapidly, resulting in cavities. Top surfaces of the teeth ...
Teeth are one of the important parts in the human body but some people suffer from chronic back pain due to dental problems. Can dental problems cause back pain? Many patients ask this question and the answer is yes. The teeth are living structures, full of nerve endings. Decayed teeth can cause persistent pain and such pain can be easily irradiated ...