In dentistry, teeth cleaning or scaling is a common process which is done on patients to maintain their daily oral hygiene and keep their gums healthier and stronger. We see that people generally have unhealthy oral habits like smoking, tobacco chewing, excessive sugary food consumption which may affect the oral health of an individual which […]
Every appliance or treatment in dentistry has its own advantages and disadvantages. It is the same for Invisalign aligners too. Here are some pros and cons of Invisalign that will help you make the right choice! PROS : Invisible: It is virtually invisible and hence highly aesthetic when compared to traditional braces. Easy to remove: […]
Braces – The bane of everyone’s dental fears. No one wants unsightly metal braces, crooked, broken or chipped teeth which sometimes gets misaligned with large gaps. Unfortunately, many are surrounded by factors that contribute to a not so impressive smile. One of the major culprits is a bad bite or an overbite that disrupts the […]
In the past few decades of Orthodontics-the branch of dentistry involved in the use of braces to align and move teeth has witnessed growth in leaps and bounds. With the millennial orthodontists entering the workforce, the new generation of braces has become more and more popular. There has been a slow but steady increase in […]
Do you worry about the appearance of your teeth? Do you avoid showing your teeth when you smile? Are you scared of posing for family photos? Well, the fake smiles and stiff poses can say a lot about your personality and your pearly whites. Choosing the right Orthodontist for your smile is a crucial decision […]
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 […]
Root canal treatment (RCT) is a commonly done dental procedure. When the cavity is too deep to be restored with filling, RCT is indicated. Even though this is a routine dental procedure, it needs the expertise of an experienced Endodontist to perform it correctly and thoroughly. However, sometimes Re-RCT may be needed when the symptoms […]
Blood pressure is the measure of lateral force exerted by blood flowing in the vessels. It is estimated that 25% of urban and 10% of rural population of India have hypertension. As per the latest American Heart Association (AHA) guidelines, normal BP should be less than 120/80 mm of Hg. BP more than 140/90 should […]
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