What is the best time to brush my teeth?
The best time to brush your teeth is right after you wake up from your sleep and just right before you go to sleep.
Gum recession is sliding back of gum from its actual position and looks tooth longer than the actual size and causes sensitivity to hot and cold food. It may risk developing of a cavity and eventually tooth loss. Consult our dentist to know more.
Communication with a brain: A matter called cementum is what secures the origin of the tooth to the gum. The tooth is associated to the jawbone by periodontal fibers. Within the enamel & dentine shell is the region that controls the blood supply and nerve endings of the tooth.
Communication with a brain: A matter called cementum is what secures the origin of the tooth to the gum. The tooth is associated to the jawbone by periodontal fibers. Within the enamel and dentine shell is the region that controls the blood supply and nerve endings of the tooth.
Leaking Fillings:
A filling is said to be leaking when the side of the filling doesn't fit tightly against the tooth. Debris and saliva can seep down between the filling and the tooth. This can lead to decay, discoloration or sensitivity.
Did you know there are over 500 different types of bacteria found in dental plaque?
When we don’t brush and floss our teeth on regular basis, these bacteria can cause gum disease.
Ridge expansion: If the jaw isn’t wide enough to
support dental implants, bone graft material can be
added to a small ridge, or space, that is created
along the top of the jaw
If you have TMD, see your dentist first for diagnosis and to discuss treatment options. Generally, non-surgical treatments such as lifestyle changes and self-help physiotherapy-type treatments are tried first.
A root canal is a treatment used to repair and save a tooth that is badly decayed or becomes infected. During a root canal procedure, the nerve and pulp are removed and the inside of the tooth is cleaned and sealed.
Here are some tips to help you improve your mental fitness:
- Exercise for 30 minutes every day
- Read often and read widely
- Boost your levels of vitamin B. Eat plenty of wholegrain cereals, leafy greens and dairy foods
- Challenge your intellect and memory
- Take time to relax
Prosthodontics:
A speciality of Dentistry involving diagnosis, treatment planning and fabrication of artificial parts to missing teeth and their associated structures.