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THE BENEFITS OF FLOSSING AND PROPER ORAL HYGIENE

It takes more than just brushing to keep your teeth shining—you also need to include flossing in your dental hygiene regimen. Oftentimes disregarded, flossing is essential to maintaining good tooth health. Flossing aids in the removal of plaque and debris that a toothbrush could miss by cleaning the areas in between teeth and beneath the THE BENEFITS OF FLOSSING AND PROPER ORAL HYGIENE

TIPS FOR MAINTAINING HEALTHY TEETH AND GUMS

The secret to keeping your teeth and gums healthy for the rest of your life is to establish a regular oral hygiene regimen. It’s never too late to start healthy practices that will improve your general well-being.   Dental professionals highly advise making oral cleanliness a priority since bacteria in the mouth continue to exist even TIPS FOR MAINTAINING HEALTHY TEETH AND GUMS

DENTAL HEALTH RESOLUTIONS

The majority of New Year resolutions typically revolve around aspects such as health and wealth. However, for a refreshing shift, let’s redirect our focus to dental health this New Year. It holds equal significance alongside the physical and mental well-being of an individual.  Integrate your changes this new year which eventually turn into habits. With DENTAL HEALTH RESOLUTIONS

Winter Dental Care

Chilly temperatures can lead to skin dryness, affecting not only the skin itself but also heightening sensitivity in the jaw and teeth by causing the contraction of jaw muscles. This is a recurring issue that persists throughout the year.   Physicians consistently emphasize the importance of maintaining a regular dental care routine. The key to exercising Winter Dental Care

COMMON MALOCCLUSION ISSUES CORRECTED BY BRACES

common malocclision by braces

WHAT IS MALOCCLUSION?  Malocclusion, or bad bites, refers to the misalignment of upper and lower teeth—a prevalent dental problem. While minor cases can be treated with braces, more severe issues may require surgery, especially when teeth are overcrowded or don’t fit in the mouth properly. Ignoring malocclusion can lead to various health problems, affecting not COMMON MALOCCLUSION ISSUES CORRECTED BY BRACES

DOES MOUTHWASH ACTUALLY WORK?

mouthwash actually works

Many people’s oral hygiene practices have historically included the use of mouthwash. Does it, however, work? Let us now examine the science.  WHAT IS MOUTHWASH?  Mouthwash, a liquid used post-brushing, falls into two categories: cosmetic and therapeutic. While cosmetic freshens breath, therapeutic variants, with active ingredients, combat plaque, gingivitis, and bad breath, it is important DOES MOUTHWASH ACTUALLY WORK?

WHAT ARE NIGHT GUARDS? DIFFERENCE BETWEEN MOUTH GUARD AND NIGHT GUARD

NIGHT GUARDS:   Night guards are increasingly popular in dental care, offering protection against the adverse effects of unconscious teeth grinding during sleep. Night guards are customized to fit precisely over teeth, acting as a barrier to minimize grinding, tooth wear, and related symptoms such as headaches and jaw pain. Also known as oral braces or WHAT ARE NIGHT GUARDS? DIFFERENCE BETWEEN MOUTH GUARD AND NIGHT GUARD

WHAT IS SCALING AND ROOT PLANING?

scaling and root planning

Scaling and root planing, often known as thorough cleaning, is an important dental technique for fighting gum disease, especially in its early to moderate phases. To avoid additional bacterial buildup, plaque and tartar are removed from below the gumline and the root surfaces of the teeth are smoothed.  The first stage is scaling, which is WHAT IS SCALING AND ROOT PLANING?

Pulpotomy for a baby tooth vs Pulpotomy for an adult tooth

pulpotomy for baby tooth and adult tooth

Pulpotomy is a dental surgery that is commonly performed to treat damaged or infected pulp tissue inside a tooth. While the process may appear to be similar for both baby and adult teeth, there are critical distinctions to be made.  PULPOTOMY FOR BABY TEETH:  Pulpotomies in primary teeth, or baby teeth, are fairly common. Because Pulpotomy for a baby tooth vs Pulpotomy for an adult tooth

TONGUE THRUSTING: CAUSES, SIGNS, AND TREATMENT

tongue thrusting - causes, signs and treatment

Tongue thrusting is a widespread oral practice with serious consequences for oral health and development. During swallowing, speaking, or at repose, the tongue is pushed against or between the front teeth. Understanding the reasons, detecting the symptoms, and obtaining proper treatment are all necessary for avoiding potential dental and speech problems.  CAUSES:  Tongue thrusting can TONGUE THRUSTING: CAUSES, SIGNS, AND TREATMENT