Fracture of tooth is considered as the third most common cause of tooth loss. It can happen due to various factors such as Accidental biting on hard objects Injury to chin or jaw during fall, road accidents, contact sports and so on Age changes in enamel and dentin High biting forces Grinding of teeth Extensively […]
When we think of perfect or a good looking smile we always look for white, pearly and beautiful broad smile-but actually it is all about how well your teeth are arranged or aligned. Your upper and lower teeth should be well coordinated with each other in order to establish a harmonious relationship between your teeth, […]
Tooth loss is more than a cosmetic problem-it can cause impact on everything from food you eat to the health of your jaws. There are many options available to replace your missing teeth such as implants, bridges and dentures. But still some people choose not to replace the missing teeth. Here are some consequences of […]
Root canal treatment (RCT) takes a little longer time than routine fillings. A simple RCT case can take anywhere around 30 minutes to 1 hour. However, in some cases it may extend to 90 minutes or more. Sometimes, multiple appointments may also be required. The time taken for RCT depends on several factors such as […]
Re-root canal treatment (Re-RCT) is a procedure where in, root canal treatment is repeated on the same tooth. Usually root canal treatment has a high success rate, but sometimes it can fail and that is when Re-RCT is recommended. Why we need to undergo Re-RCT? Following are the reasons why Re-RCT is indicated: Inflammation […]
Teeth cleaning is not a permanent treatment and the effect won’t last forever. Hence, after the teeth cleaning procedure is done one has to maintain their oral hygiene by following proper brushing techniques and day to day habits. Here are some simple tips that you can follow at home to maintain that sparkling smile! Brush […]
A tooth filling, otherwise called as restoration is a way to restore a tooth damaged by decay back to its normal function and shape. What are the different types of filling materials available? Previously gold and silver amalgam restorations were used commonly. These days they are replaced by tooth colored materials such as: Composites Glass-ionomer […]
During your braces treatment, there are so many things happening in your mouth. There are brackets, wires and elastics which makes it difficult to clean your teeth. Dr. Anitha Alageshan here describes the step by step process of why, when and how to maintain your oral hygiene during your braces treatment. What happens if I […]
WHAT IS THE MEANING OF IMPACTED TOOTH? When a tooth is stuck inside the jaws and is not able to come out through the gums normally it is called an impacted tooth. WHAT ARE THE REASONS FOR TOOTH GETTING IMPACTED? Small jaw size: As a part of the evolutionary process, our jaw sizes are getting […]
We have all been there! When our Dentist spurts out company/brand names of the materials that he/she uses in the clinic, we start seeing stars as we are unaware of most these brand names. So, is it crucial for patients to know exactly what is being put in their mouth? The answer is the big […]
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