Who doesn't like a healthy, bright set of pearly whites? Unusual discolored areas of enamel can prevent a beautiful smile from truly shining through. These discolored patches can make people feel very self-conscious and negatively impact different aspects of their life. There can be different reasons for the appearance of white spots on teeth such [...]
Remedies for soothing and healing the pain: Burning your tongue is a common problem when you take a bite or sip of your food or drink without noticing how hot it is. Here are a few remedies that might help to decrease pain and infection. 1. Sip and soothe with cold water Rinse the area [...]
Have you started using a denture recently? Do you find it difficult to use while eating? Eating with dentures and adjusting it takes a little time and practice, but over time you should be able to eat the normal diet – with one or two exclusions. It replaces your natural teeth but doesn’t feel exactly [...]
For denture wearing patients to be able to properly utilize their dentures to speak, smile and eat naturally, maintenance and comfort are mandatory. Food Accumulates in dentures every time you eat. Food particles stick to the rough plastic surface of dentures far more easily than it does to oral tissues. Allowing bacterial build up over [...]
Bleeding gums can be a sign of several different diseases and deficiencies. If your gums bleed easily, it might be because of something simple, like using the wrong brushing technique or it could be a sign of a health condition you need to check out. Common Causes You may have bleeding gums if you - [...]
If you have alignment issues with your teeth and are seeking effective treatment then the ultimate solution is Braces. They are known to be highly effective for aligning teeth and modifying other problems related to orthodontics. Braces can be used to treat many different oral problems, other than aesthetic reasons. There are specific conditions in [...]
Have you ever thought why cavities form in between our teeth? The answer to this question is the accumulation of plaque and not cleaning the space in between the teeth properly leads to cavities. The ultimate solution to this problem is a Waterpik. What is a Waterpik? Waterpik is a home oral health appliance [...]
Is it sometimes difficult for you to clean your teeth due to malocclusion? The question arises here that what is malocclusion? It is a misalignment of teeth that can lead to bad oral health and many other complications. It is also referred to as crowded teeth, crossbite, overbite, underbite and open bit. Ideally, your [...]
Dental sealants are resin-based materials that a dentist applies to the chewing surfaces of deciduous, permanent molars and permanent premolars. They act as a barrier to protect the enamel from plaque and acids. Who needs Dental Sealants? Although proper brushing and flossing are effective to remove food particles and plaque from smooth surfaces of [...]
According to the National Sleep Foundation, sleep apnea is a disorder in which there is an intermittent cessation of breathing during sleep. According to an estimate, about 18 million US adults suffer from some form or degree of sleep apnea. Although there are numerous reasons which can cause sleep apnea, the most common symptom [...]
