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Taking charge of oral health is the need of the hour especially during covid times. Unfortunately, oral hygiene has always been the last priority for people when it comes to overall health. All people know about dental hygiene is only to brush their teeth. But what about gums? Researches and studies show approximately 70% of patients have periodontal problems like bleeding gums are because of wrong brushing techniques that leave behind white plaque and tartar deposits causing gum irritation.
Highlights
- Dental care should start right from the age of 6 months and should be continued for the rest of life.
- Not only teeth, but proper gum care is also an important part of your oral hygiene.
- Wrong brushing techniques can cause bleeding gums. So consult your dentist for the right brushing and flossing techniques best suited for you.
- Your teeth are not supposed to fall as you age. Proper gum care can save your teeth from falling out.
- Getting rid of plaque and tartar deposits on your tooth can save you from bleeding gums. So don’t forget to visit your dentist every 6 months for a teeth cleaning and polishing.
- Lastly, brush your teeth right, to keep your gums healthy and tight.
A toothache and a headache simultaneously can disrupt your daily schedule. Many of you would have experienced this painful ordeal. Sometimes you may even develop a fever and have a foul-smelling pus discharge in your mouth. The reason behind all these complications might actually be just a decayed tooth or your teeth grinding habits which you might not even be aware of. This might even trigger your migraine. Even the eruption of your wisdom tooth can be linked to headaches.
How this develops and what are some simple measures you can take to prevent this?
Highlights
- Most of the times a toothache is the reason for your headache, even migraines.
- The decayed tooth in your mouth is the source of all infections leading to pus discharge, foul smelling breath, fever and headache.
- Night grinding and clenching due to stress or anxiety is pervasive due to which you suffer from morning headaches.
- Pain radiating to the head, neck, eyes and the back? Not able to open/close your jaw? There is definitely some problem with your jaw joint.
Do you have crooked teeth but don’t want braces at this age? Well, if you need a hassle-free remedy for your maligned teeth, then clear aligners are here to save you. You might have heard the buzz about clear aligners, but what’s it all about?
The term ‘braces’ often gives you an image of teeth bounded with metal wires and brackets that are highly unaesthetic. Well, while using clear aligners you can smile confidently as it’s virtually invisible. A lot of people still have no idea of clear aligners and consider conventional braces as the only remedy for treating crooked teeth. Invisible aligners are indeed a great blessing for a smile makeover to straighten your teeth.
Highlights
- Clear aligners provide additional benefits than traditional metal and ceramic braces.
- These are not only aesthetically better, but also are comfortable and patient-friendly to use.
- Clear aligners need consistency to show results. So patient must wear them sincerely.
- Not all cases can be treated with clear aligners, so consult with an orthodontist (dentist) for your options best suited for you.
- In comparison, between In-clinic and at- home clear aligners, it is always better to get your treatment under the supervision of the dentist.
With major health issues like diabetes and heart issues who really cares about oral health? None fear oral issues and the problems that come along with them. But will you be surprised to hear that our overall systemic health and oral health are connected?
Highlights
- Oral health and overall health go hand in hand.
- The consequences of missing teeth can have a negative impact on the entire alignment of your teeth.
- With so many options available one should consider replacing missing teeth as early as possible.
- Your dentist is the best to decide which replacement option is better for you.
Do you find dental treatments expensive? Or do you think dentists are always on the verge of extracting money from you? Well, the cheapest dental treatment starts with you! If you really took care of your oral hygiene that well, you wouldn’t fall prey to dental diseases in the first place. Some dental diseases might not be preventable like wisdom tooth pain, but 90% of dental problems are very much preventable.
However, dental diseases may occur to you one fine day because it starts hurting, and when it’s too late for primary procedures you need an extensive one that costs you a bomb.
Suddenly you’re in the middle of a financial crisis and now you cannot afford the treatment so you start to ignore the problem, paving way for more future complications. Should you really be ignoring your oral health just because you simply ignored the disease and now cannot afford one?
Well, absolutely not! Now there are dental EMIs and insurance plans that help you take care of your dental needs and problems.
Taking care of your oral hygiene is one way to keep your blood sugar levels in control as diabetes and oral health are linked. Diabetics are more prone to plaque and tartar accumulation in and around the teeth as well as gums accelerating the process of tooth cavities and gum infections. Diabetics need to understand taking care of their oral hygiene will help them reduce the chances of future dental as well as diabetic complications.
One needs to understand, there’s much more to dental hygiene and not just brushing twice daily. So what’s the ideal dental hygiene regime for a diabetic?
Highlights
- Diabetics must take care of their oral health as well to keep their overall health in check.
- Being more prone to plaque and tartar build-up diabetics must get a 6 monthly teeth cleaning and polishing done by a professional dentist.
- Diabetics should pay more attention to their gum health than teeth. Healthy gums more healthier the teeth.
- Contact your dentist if you see any of the above mentioned oral symptoms.
As parents, we understand all that our child needs and wants. We take utmost care of providing our children with the best of everything. Right from taking care of their food needs to their health needs. Dental health is one that most parents fail to prioritize. Like you choose different products for your child, let it be the skin products or the hair products similarly every child has different dental needs. This may vary on your child’s age as well.
Understanding child dental care is very important as children are busy growing up. As parents think about it as protecting your child’s future dental health. Don’t let your children go through the same dental problems as you did. Because dental problems are very much preventable right from childhood, taking care of their teeth now will help them in later stages of their life.
Highlights
- Understanding your child’s dental care is very important just like overall health care.
- There’s much more to your child’s dental care besides just a toothpaste and a toothbrush.
- Though milk teeth, are eventually going to fall off they are as important as permanent teeth.
- Regular 6 monthly dental checkups are a must whether your child has or doesn’t have any dental problems
- Your dentist can prevent dental issues from happening in the first place and once the onset has started dentist can help stop its progression and reduce its severity.
- Dental diseases are possible to prevent. Yes prevention is the key.
An emergency medical kit is always available at home, but what about a dental kit? I bet no one must have thought about keeping a dental emergency kit at home. But just like any medical emergencies, dental emergencies can occur too. Of course, dental emergencies are less fatal in comparison, but one should keep a dental kit handy too.
Not many of us are aware of whether to see a dentist or a general physician in case of a dental emergency or rather put it this way that many don’t know what dental emergencies are?
A number of individuals indulge in fun activities and are prone to dental injuries. On the other hand, few people who have pain in their teeth later consume painkillers. This makes them believe the pain has been relieved which they do not know can come back worse than before.
It has been documented that children between the age of seven to fourteen years are more prone to injuries while playing and elders have an increased probability of undergoing a road traffic accident or just having a dental trauma out of the blue.
Highlights
- One need not practice dentistry, but with the help of basic knowledge and well equipped dental kit, you can save your family members from a lot of pain.
- Keep your dental emergency kit handy.
- Along with the medical emergency kit, the dental kit should be updated as dental emergencies are as important as medical emergencies in order to prevent further complications.
- Tele-consult your dentist or call on dental helpline numbers to save you from further complications during such dental emergencies.
With a variety of toothbrushes coming in town, one starts thinking as to which toothbrush to purchase for effective brushing. Being from the Gen-Z generation, we tend to care more for our mother earth and how we can sustain the environment for the better future of our next generation. After all the earth is all we have in common.
Highlights
- All we have is one earth and by taking small steps towards protecting it will make a huge difference.
- Bamboo toothbrushes are becoming a trend and why not go for these toothbrushes as they also have advantages.
- Bamboo toothbrushes are anti-microbial, bio-degradeable, eco-friendly and sustain as long as the plastic toothbrushes.
- Choose the ones that are 100% bio-degradable and wax coated bamboo toothbrushes.
- Remember to brush gently with all natural bamboo toothbrushes as agressive brushing can cause your teeth to wear off and eventually cause your teeth to become yellow and sensitive.
Dementia is a major contributor to disability and dependence in older people. It is a disease with multiple causative factors and can manifest in many different ways. The symptoms make it difficult for those suffering to cope without the support of those close to them. Studies show missing teeth can increase the risk of Dementia and Alzheimer’s disease in elderly patients.
Highlights
- Missing teeth could be a risk factor for dementia later in life.
- Early tooth loss can hamper the chewing action which affects the digestion and results in poor absorption of nutrients. This deprives the brain cells of the nutrition and causes the brain cells to eventually die over a period of time causing dementia to occur.
- A good oral hygiene can help you reduce the chances of suffering from dementia in elderly patients since, taking care of your oral hygiene could prevent all dental problems in the first place.
- A good oral hygiene can help you prevent many medical conditions and prevent the progression of dental diseases as well.
Thyroid hormone has a major impact on many areas of the body including the oral cavity. It is one of the key factors for individual wellbeing. Thyroid disorders have become a major health burden in India. It affects approximately one in ten adults.
Highlights
- Thyroid gland plays a major role in maintaining the overall health of an individual. Its dysfunction can lead to many problems in the body as well as dental issues.
- Hypothyroidism is deficiency of thyroid hormone in the body, whereas hyperthyroidism is the excess of thyroid hormone in the body.
- Some common oral problems are dental decay, gum disease, dry mouth, altered taste sensation and enlarged tongue.
- Oral problems may be an early warning sign of thyroid dysfunction.
- A good oral hygiene is the way to go about it.
- Regular check-ups with a dentist is essential to keep the symptoms at bay and avoid any complications due to negligence.
The entire world was in a deadlock position during the pandemic and dental concerns were not on the priority list for anyone. Though studies proved how simple oral hygiene measures could reduce the risk of getting affected by covid, still dental hygiene was ignored by many. Even dental emergencies were ignored and not paid attention too. Of course in the phase of panic and covid terror, many found it difficult and hesitated to visit dental clinics.
All people had in their minds was dental problems can wait and can be addressed later once all this is over. But how many of us are still think visiting dental clinics may not be safe yet?
During these unique and unprecedented times, the whole world was put under lockdown rules and was told to follow the World Health Organization protocols. The pandemic, which curbed the whole world has brought changes in the way one perceives the health sector. Even before the pandemic, dentists used to take all judicious precautions that were required in the clinic e.g. Wearing gloves, masks, and protective goggles to protect themselves and the staff at hand.
Highlights
- People are afraid to visit dental clinics even after the vaccinations.
- Dentists are taking all the necessary precautions and following the sanitization protocols for the safety of their patients and render the best treatment possible with minimal risk.
- It is more safe than ever to visit your dentist. So get your dental issues solved at the earliest.
- Dental consultations over a phone call or video calls help you to address your dental emergencies.
The very thought of black plums or Jamun pools our mouth with saliva while the sight of plums gives a boost of freshness to our minds. Fruits are an essential part of our nutrition. Fresh fruits are loaded with high nutritional value that provides so much energy to our body yet we tend to ignore them. It is also a refreshing summer fruit with many medicinal properties.
The purple-colored sweet and sour taste of black plum takes us down memory lane to our good old childhood days. As most of us remember eating black jamuns and checking each other’s tongue for its purple color!
This juicy fruit not only has innumerable oral health benefits but is of great significance in traditional holistic treatments like Ayurveda and Unani. In fact, jamun has a special mention in Ramayana and is popularly known as ‘God of Fruits’ since it was believed that Lord Rama survived eating black plums during his 14 years of exile in forest. So one can just imagine the abundance of benefits this fruit has to offer.
HIGHLIGHTS
- Black plums i.e the fruit as well as the leaves have anti-bacterial properties which helps to prevent many gum infections.
- Jamuns have a high iron content. Iron is extremely important to tackle anemia associated oral symptoms like mouth sores, aphthous ulcers, angular cheilosis etc.
- Black plum is a small fruit with a unique and a hard taste which by itself is a natural mouth freshener.
- Regular consumption of black plums reduces gum inflammation and bleeding and maintains the overall health of gums.
- In Ayurveda, the Jambul fruit has an exceptional importance and the Ayurvedic practioners too recommend black plums for maintaining oral health and preventing bad breath.
Tooth enamel, the outer covering of the teeth is the hardest structure in the body, even harder than the bone. It is meant to withstand all kinds of chewing forces. Wearing of teeth is a normal physiological process that is irreversible. Though it is an aging phenomena, certain habits may cause wearing of teeth to occur in early stages of life.
We can take the example of the soles of our shoes. The soles of the shoes get worn off, if worn for a longer duration and also depends on the frequency of use. Rough use of the shoes will cause the soles to get worn off more easily and fast.
Depending on the way you walk, your shoes are worn on one side than the other and other factors also play an important role in the wearing-off soles. The same applies to the teeth, when teeth rub over the remaining teeth, they wear off over a period of time. Wearing of teeth can be of different types. Basically, they are- Attrition, abrasion, and erosion.
Highlights
- The main reason for wearing of teeth is stress. Other causes are habitual grinding, clenching, anxiety or abnormal jaw positions and wrong chewing habits.
- Teeth clenching and grinding can cost you complete loss of teeth.
- Early intervention can be of utmost importance to avoid the severe loss of teeth.
- Occlusal splints, night-guards, orthodontic appliances can help you relax your oral muscles and prevent clenching and grinding of teeth.
- Finding out the reason for your teeth wearing off is very important and more important is getting it treated.
In recent years, dental implants are proving to be the most preferred treatment choice for replacing missing teeth. People are choosing dental implants over any other teeth replacement options. And why not? Implants have more benefits to offer over a denture or a bridge. Studies have proved dental implants as the most successful treatment option for missing teeth.
Traditional implants take anywhere between 4-6 months to complete the entire procedure. Back in the 1990s, implants were placed only after the complete healing of the tissues post tooth removal. But with immediate implants, there is no more waiting to replace your missing tooth. Nowadays, advanced clinical techniques, new biomaterials, and skilled dentists have made it possible to place implants immediately once the diseased tooth is removed.
Highlights
- In recent times, due to the fast-paced lifestyle, immediate implant has become the most popular treatment option.
- There is an emerging trend and demand for immediate implants due to its numerous benefits.
- Immediate implants is the best option if you do not to pull a single day with a missing tooth.
- Not all missing tooth cases can be treated with immediate implants. Your dentist will decide what is best for you.
- In some cases, lasers can be used to get rid of all the infections and infected gum tissue and bone to place an immediate implant. But this too depends on the case and is for your dental surgeon to decide.
- Maintaining a good oral hygiene will improve the success rate of the treatment.
“If you want to work in corporate, then you should know how to play chess!” – Honeya
Whether one likes it or not, but that’s how the corporate world works. That’s the reason the corporate job vastly differs from any other job. The cutthroat competition, money-driven individuals, targets and deadlines, hardcore sales environment, tug of war between profit and sales everything literally takes a serious toll on the health of a corporate employee. Not many even realize that to climb that corporate ladder they are actually putting their health at stake.
In recent times, a lot of awareness has been created, highlighting the serious health issues pertaining to the stressful and sedentary corporate work culture. But what about oral health? An equal awareness and education regarding the importance of oral health is the need of the hour. Oral health is the gateway to general health and deserves equal attention, care, and maintenance!
Highlights
- Oral health should be made an integral part of all Organizations. Such efforts naturally make the employees feel valued and satisfied.
- Many of the working professionals miss their work because of oral problems which are easily preventable.
- Oral health is not only about tooth decay or tooth pain, but has a wider impact on general health and working efficiency of an individual.
- Scientific studies have shown that people with an optimal oral health have better cardiac health and circulatory system which indirectly increases the work stamina of the employees.
- Organizations should work on creating an ‘Oral Health Profile’ of an employee and assess how it is affecting the workforce and productivity of that employee.
When should I floss? Before brushing or after brushing? Daily or once a week? How many times should I clean my tongue? After meals or once daily? Numerous questions pop in your mind while you stand in front of the mirror with a brush in your hand. Just like how it gets hazy when the mirror is dirty same holds true for the mouth as it is said “mouth is the mirror of the body”.
If the oral cavity is not maintained properly different diseases find it easy to attack the body’s immune system. Overdoing and underdoing both can affect your teeth and gums. So it might not be wrong to say that everyone must follow a general dental prescription to maintain the well-being of their teeth and gums.
The chronology of your dental hygiene regime is also equally important. Most of us may just pick up the brush when we wake up in the morning. But brushing comes third. You start with oil pulling, then floss your teeth, brush, clean your tongue and finally rinse with water or mouthwash.
Highlights
- Your oral cavity is the reflection of your overall health
- Start with oil pulling for a brief of 10-15 mins daily first thing in the morning.
- Brush twice daily for two minutes
- Floss your teeth once daily to reach between the teeth to remove any remaining food particles or plaque
- Scrape your tongue twice daily as the second last step in your oral hygiene regime. Have a habit of scraping your tongue after meals if possible.
- Lastly rinse it all.
- Follow these 5 steps in your dental hygiene regime in the right order.
Diabetes caused due to rise in blood sugar levels is a matter of concern globally. As stated by the International Diabetes Federation, 88 million people in the Southeast Asia region are prey to diabetes. Out of this 88 million, 77 million people are from India. The most common aetiology can be traced to the sedentary and unhealthy lifestyle of people residing in metro cities. Lowering blood sugar levels is possible through dietary changes, regular exercise, and a timely course of medications. In addition to this, proper and effective oral hygiene practices are the significant preventive factors. Flossing is one such method that can reduce or control your blood sugar levels. Let’s understand this co-relation in depth.
Highlights:
- Diabetes is a debilitating disease caused due to high blood sugar levels.
- It increases the bacterial load, particularly in the oral cavity of the patients.
- It predisposes the individual to an increased risk of infections.
- Gums are commonly affected leading to gingivitis and periodontitis.
- Flossing is a protective measure against the dangerous effects of diabetes.
- Flossing reduces the bacterial load, prevents plaque accumulation, and enhances the smile and self-confidence of the individual.
- Flossing once a day along with toothbrushing twice a day keeps your blood sugar levels at bay.
- Keep your blood sugar levels in check by taking care of your mouth.
Yellow teeth are quite an embarrassment for the person himself when going out in the public. You notice people with yellow teeth or you might be a victim of it yourself. Yellow teeth do give an unpleasant feeling to the one noticing them. People often think brushing hard would clean their teeth better and make them whiter. This is a MYTH. What if we told you— by doing so you’re making them more prone to turn yellow. Let us give you a simple example.
Do you wash your clothes frequently or brush them hard? You must have noticed them becoming dull and eventually they wear out if you try too hard. To give you another example you may notice your shoes getting worn off from the soles with continuous and frequent use. The point being anything in excess can cause damage over a period of time. A similar thing happens when your try to brush your teeth too hard or aggressively. To understand this—
Let’s find out how aggressive brushing can turn your teeth yellow.
Highlights:
- Yellowing of teeth is a common occurrence seen among people.
- There is a misconception that brushing hard can whiten your teeth.
- Aggressive or vigorous brushing can do no benefit and instead damage your already white teeth.
- The more the enamel on the teeth is worn off, the more yellow the teeth appear.
- Yellowing of teeth not just hampers the appearance of the individual but also predisposes to teeth hypersensitivity.
- Tooth enamel damage cannot repair on its own.
- Less vigorous but appropriate toothbrushing is the natural way to whiten your teeth
Ever noticed anyone or probably your closed ones having yellow teeth? It gives an unpleasant feeling, right? If their oral hygiene is not up to the mark does it make you question their overall hygiene habits? And you ever wondered what if you had yellow teeth?
Yellowing of teeth is a gradual process and does not happen overnight. It hampers your look even if you made all the attempts to look nice. But in this new era of prevention studies have found a simple way to prevent the yellowing of teeth. We use face washes and face creams daily to prevent pimples and aging of the skin. Similarly, the use of one such method can now prevent your teeth from turning yellow— Oil pulling. But does oil pulling help whiten your teeth? Let’s dig into it.
Highlights:
- Yellow stains on the teeth are commonly seen in people with inappropriate diet and oral hygiene practices.
- Yellowing of teeth is a gradual process. Hence, it has a chance on prevention.
- Plaque and calculus act as carriers for the yellow stains on the teeth.
- Oil pulling is a natural way to prevent the yellowing of teeth by decreasing the plaque accumulation on the tooth.
- It has proven to be as effective as mouthwashes.
- Regular practice of oil pulling for 10-15 minutes every morning can prevent your teeth from turning yellow.
- Oil pulling only prevents the yellowing but does not cure already yellow teeth.
Prevention of dental caries is the main focus of a child’s oral health. Dental health forms an integral part of general health in a growing kid. But, in developing countries like India, owing to improper oral hygiene practices, overconsumption of sugars, and an unhealthy diet, dental caries continue to be the most common dental problem in kids. Ironically, studies report that children with poor oral health are 3 times more likely to remain absent from school because of toothache.
Dental problems in growing children affect their overall quality of life due to recurrent infections, toothache, poor nutrition, sleeping troubles, emergency visits to dentists, inability to concentrate and improper growth and development. Thus, these facts highlight the significance of a good oral hygiene in kids. Brushing twice a day is the most basic and fundamental method to keep the mouth clean. In addition, use of a proper mouthwash under Dentist’s recommendation helps to give an extra boost to the oral health in children.
Highlights
- Mouthwash under a Dentist’s recommendation can be very beneficial in children.
- Dentists always recommend to use a mouthwash in kids above 6 years of age.
- It’s the responsibility of the parent’s to carefully supervise their kids while using a mouthwash.
- Alternate use and disuse of mouthwash in kids give optimum results.
- Use of mouthwash along with proper toothbrushing and flossing gives adequate results.
- Rinsing and swishing with fluorine containing mouthwash provides extra benefit to kids with braces since they help to loosen the stuck food particles.
Do you wonder what has your dentist got to do with asking your complete medical history? What has he got to do whether you have diabetes, blood pressure or had a previous history of covid? But it is in the best interest of your dentist to have a better understanding of your case in detail and provide apt treatment for your primary dental concerns.
Since the world was curbed by COVID-19, the protocol to treat patients visiting dental clinics has seen a whole lot of change. The past medical history provided by the patients is used by dentists to correlate with current findings in the patient (if any) and come to a provisional or definitive diagnosis. Without a proper medical history, the dentists or practitioners may not be able to properly link all the findings in the patient and give a misdiagnosis.
Highlights
- Give detailed medical history to the dentist
- Do not hesitate telling your dentist about your covid history.
- Letting your dentist know about your covid history can help your dentists detect early stages of mucormycosis as there is no specific time span that the disease may occur.
- Keep yourself safe from “Black Fungus”.
- Do not think any medical history is irrelevant to your dentist.
Joints are that part of the body where two bones meet! Without joints, any body movement would be impossible. Joints provide overall flexibility to the body. Having strong bones and a healthy joint goes hand in hand. To maintain the health and normal functioning of joints, it is important to keep bones, muscles, and ligaments strong and stable. Like any other joint in the body, the jaw joint is no exception to this theory. The jaw joint known as ‘Temporomandibular joint’ or ‘TMJ’ is the most vital structure of the Oro-facial region.
Highlights
- The prevalence of TMJ disorders varies between 5% to 12% and has a higher incidence in younger individuals.
- The prevalence of temporomandibular dysfunction in females is twice that of males with higher risk in females on supplemental estrogen or oral contraceptives.
- Limit the parafunctional habits such as teeth grinding and clenching, lip biting, nail biting, chewing gums excessively.
- Avoid resting hands on chin for a prolonged time.
- Stress more on soft, cooked and nutritious food.
- Avoid crunchy, hard, sticky food.
- Avoid sleeping on the prone position.
- Practice face yoga or some jaw exercises to relax the jaw.
- Reach out to the dentist in case you feel any click sound while you open that mouth wide.
The advancements brought in antibiotics by scientist has been a great asset to the medical world as they have treated millions of people from their ailments. They play an important role in the treatment of infectious diseases pre-treatment and post-treatment too. But, on the other hand, due to the easy availability of these drugs, there has been an overuse of these antibiotics for decades now.
With the easy availability of these drugs in the pharmacy stores, the general population can just randomly ask for the medication related to the pain they are suffering and pop in the pill without any prescription from the doctor. It should be kept in mind that each individual’s body can react to medication differently.
Highlights
- Popping painkillers for everything is not the answer.
- Antibiotics do help to cure and reduce dental infections, but taking antibiotics over time can make the bacteria resistant to the antibiotic and have no effect.
- At times even home remedies do not show any effect. That’s when antibiotics, painkiller and antacids work synergistically and relieve your tooth pain.
- Do not circulate the same prescription to your friends and family.
- Effect shown on one individual can’t be the same on the other person.
- Your dentist knows the best. Trust your dentist and avoid using over the counter medicines from the medical stores.
- Antibiotics, painkillers and antacids work hand in hand.
Weaning is the process by which a baby starts relying lesser on breast milk and is introduced slowly to eating family or adult foods. This process of introducing new food varies from culture to culture and is mainly regulated by the child’s individual needs. Babies in the weaning age group are growing and developing very fast, so great care has to be taken to see that they are getting enough of the right kind of food.
Weaning is the time when babies move out and become more independent from their mothers. They are exposed to germs in the environment as they are less dependent on breast milk and more on outside food. Because of this reason babies are very likely to get oral infections too. This is why food prepared for babies has to be made in a very hygienic way.
The food the family eats is often heavy to digest and bulky. A child of weaning age needs food that is soft and easy to chew, nutritious and full of energy.
Highlights
- Weaning does affect the infant oral health including the teeth and other tissues and structures in and around the mouth.
- Weaning can be either planned or natural but make sure it’s gradual.
- Weaning can be equally frustrating and difficult for the mother as well as the child.
- Weaning at the right age is very important. Better chewing action stimulates the growth and development of the teeth, jaws and other surrounding structures in the mouth.
- The baby’s facial structure and facial development also depends on weaning to some extent.
A cup of tea! Tea addicts may just want one right away, but have you ever thought about its effects in your mouth? Most of us find it extremely difficult to start our day without a cup of ‘chai’. It’s just not chai but a cup full of freshness, energy, alertness, and good mood. Perfect ingredients to start the day! But it does not cease only at the start of the day, it continues the whole day!
Tea is such an integral part of the rhythm of our lives and is a celebrated drink over myriads of cultures worldwide! It is difficult to spot any house, social gathering, offices or business meetings without a tea over the conversation. But hardly does anyone realize that the sip of energy is not leaving anyone without bargains.
Highlights
- Be extremely mindful of how much tea you have, when do you have it and what do you have your tea with.
- It is very important to control the quantity of tea in any form that is consumed.
- Try to accompany tea with more healthier options.
- Consuming tea right at the start of the day that too on an empty stomach is not a good idea.
- Tea which is free of excess sugar, lemon and preservatives would definitely make a more healthy, dentally safe beverage to drink.
Everyone looks towards a good smile and take up various measures to bring that in action. Having a great smile starts by maintaining oral hygiene. American Dental Association recommends individuals to brush twice daily for two minutes. Along with brushing other measures should be taken up, which are flossing, tongue cleaner which reduces the number of micro-organisms in the oral cavity.
Poor oral hygiene has an overall impact on life as it can lead to tooth cavities, gum disease, bad breath and lastly loss of teeth. Brushing your teeth daily is beneficial but the bristles of toothbrushes does not necessarily reach sufficiently in between the teeth. To reach the spaces between the teeth, floss can be used. It can be string floss or a water flosser can be used.
SWITCH TO BETTER EXPERIENCE
For a better oral experience, it is advised to use a water flosser along with brushing twice a day. Traditional ways of flossing using a floss thread and flosspicks can be done once daily. Along with this, an individual should also visit a dentist at 6 months interval for an up-to-date oral cavity. Just using a water flosser won’t give results as expected by the user, therefore other oral cavity cleaning aids should be used daily.
Brushing your teeth twice daily is just not enough to maintain your oral hygiene, since the bristles of the brush may not reach the tight spaces between your teeth. Along with brushing flossing is equally important. Now many may think why floss when all is well? But, not flossing may cost you future cavities. If a person doesn’t floss, he is on the wrong road of oral hygiene. Between the teeth are the prime spots where the plaque can accumulate and then lead to calculus formation over time, which can lead to premature loss of natural teeth.
Even though you do floss every day, doing it in a hurry won’t do good to you as it will be equal to not flossing. This is the very reason why many people usually avoid flossing. When the procedure of flossing is correctly followed, it can help to prevent further alternatives that can take place in the oral cavity like gingivitis i.e., inflammation of the gums (swelling of gums), periodontitis(infections of the gums and the underlying bone), loosening of teeth etc. Flossing should be done with plenty of time in hand, but the question that actually arises and causes a dilemma between the floss users is “when is the right time to floss? Morning or night?” Half of the population prefer flossing in the morning while the other half prefer flossing in the night itself.
Highlights
- Night time flossing anytime better than flossing in the morning
- Plenty of time available for flossing in the night
- Bacteria build up and calculus formation reduced
- After bed time there is no consumption of food
- Night time and morning flossing helps reduced plaque growth, which in turn helps the toothpaste to reach interdental spaces
Water by far is the healthiest and cheapest drink available. Two-third of our body i.e., almost 60% is made up of water. The right amount of hydration helps to maintain optimum health, distributes vital nutrients to the entire body, aids in proper food digestion, gets rid of waste from the body, and gives the skin its natural glow. Good hydration is equally important for oral health too. Daily consumption of 7-8 glasses of water keeps the general health and oral health at par. A well hydrated oral cavity prevents dryness of mouth and which in turn puts a halt to host of dental problems like tooth decay, gum problems, mouth ulcers etc.
What are the different qualities of water and what effect does it have on oral health?
Highlights
- Without access to a good quality water many developed and developing countries have shown population with poor oral health.
- Studies have reported early dental problems in children with poor access to high quality and safe drinking water.
- Fluoridated tap water prevents the occurrence of dental cavities.
- Drinking poor quality water which is highly acidic and has high levels of manganese leads to host of dental problems.
- Urban population exposed to excess bottled water should consider regular dental checkups and if required fluoride treatments to prevent dental problems.
“There is no sincere love than the love for food.”
-George Bernard Shaw
How true! But when this love turns into obsession it becomes a disorder! Eating disorders are considered by many as lifestyle choices. But it is much more than that. In fact, eating disorders are described in the American Psychiatric Association’s Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, fifth edition (DSM-5) as a psychological condition. Eating disorders are actually a reflection of various psychological conditions which leads an individual to indulge in unhealthy and obsessive eating habits.
Highlights
- Eating disorders like anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa are complex health conditions developed due to multiple factors majorly due to emotional imbalance in a person.
- People suffering from eating disorders have an array of unattended dental problems.
- Typical dental problems seen in patients with eating disorders are teeth erosion, dental caries, chronic gum problems, salivary gland swelling, dryness of mouth, cracked lips, oral fungal infections, ulcers etc.
- Oral cavity is often times the first site to display clinical signs of eating disorders.
- The role of a Dentist is very pivotal in the recognition and proper treatment of oral diseases occurred due to eating disorders.
Dental implants have opened a new realm of treatment options for replacing the missing teeth hassle-free. As compared to the earlier limited conventional options of teeth replacement, dental implants present a fresh, new, more convenient, high tech and long-lasting treatment option to replace missing teeth. Initially, when certain aesthetic dental procedures are new and not many are aware of them, it is always difficult to mentally prepare yourself for such treatments. Mostly everyone with missing teeth was hesitant about dental implants as their replacement option.
But the last decade has seen a steep rise in the placement of dental implants due to better results and newer advances in implant design. Still, there is a section of society that still feels that implants are not an affordable treatment option. Let’s have a detailed look at the steps involved in dental implant procedure and analyze by ourselves if dental implants are really that cost worthy?
Highlights
- Quality dental care is never cheap and dental implants not just improve the function but the overall quality of our life.
- Similar to surgical team of doctors, dental implant placement is also a team work.
- The cost of dental implants varies according to the type of implants being used, number of implants required and the company or brand of the implant used by your dentist.
- The treatment cost of implant includes the cost of an implant, total number of visits, laboratory charges and the surgery charges.
- The expense of a dental implant is totally worth as compared to the difference it makes in people’s lives in terms of better oral and general health, being able to socialize more and overall lift in quality of life.
When it comes to replacing your missing teeth, every patient desires the best, affordable and long-lasting option! Conventionally, the dental patients had an option of either a fixed bridge or partial or complete removable dentures to fill the missing gap. The fixed bridges come with the cost of cutting the adjacent healthy teeth on both sides of the missing space whereas the removable dentures lack stability. Dental implants are the newest, most reliable, long-lasting, and best possible option to replace the missing tooth or teeth these days!
Highlights
- Dental implant is the best possible option for replacing a missing tooth or teeth.
- Though the cost of the dental implant is slightly higher as compared to bridges and dentures , implants give better results and more convenient for patients. They also have very low maintenance as compared to other options for replacing your missing teeth.
- Dental implants are by far the closest possible option resembling a natural tooth and have good success rates in terms of treatment.
- Dental implants have a better prognosis when compared to dental brides and dentures for missing teeth.
- The endosteal types of dental implants are the most commonly placed implants.
- Subperiosteal type of implants are best suited for patients with deficient jaw bone.
- Certain complicated cases with severely weak jaw bone have a newer option of Transosseous implants and zygomatic implants.
- A few reputed companies of dental implants are Nobel BioCare, Zimmer Biomet, ossteum, densply Sirona, Straumann, Bredent.
Teeth replacement was never so easy and comfortable as it is now. Due to drastic and continuous research and innovation in the field of dentistry, teeth replacement has become much more effortless these days. There are a plethora of options available to replace the missing tooth which can be best suited to the patient’s requirement.
But what makes a true difference is an option that closely resembles a natural tooth. Well, then a dental implant is the closest and only option available! But for some people, dental implants still feel like a distant dream owing to the cost as compared to the other options. Let’s get an overview of why there is a cost difference in different types of dental implants!
Highlights
- Dental implants is the ideal and long-lasting solution for replacing missing natural teeth.
- Dental implants have 80-90% success rate and hence placing an implant is totally worth every penny.
- Some people may find dental implants expensive but its equally important to replace your missing tooth as early as possible. Companies like DentalDost also provide EMI options for those who cannot afford heavy dental bills.
- The cost of dental implant also differs according to the company or brand of the implant.
- Every patient has different set of requirements and hence the cost of implant varies according to the patient requirement.
- The cost of dental implants in India is still far less than compared to that in other countries.
The value of complete set of permanent natural and healthy teeth is realized only when one has a missing tooth. Even a single missing tooth has a major influence on the health and functioning of oral cavity. Earlier a single or multiple missing teeth replacement was not taken seriously due to limited teeth replacement options.
But now, owing to the improved lifestyle people have become more and more aware and proactive in replacing even a single tooth. The newer and improved teeth replacement options like ‘dental implants’ have made it possible. Oral implantology has changed the face of dentistry exorbitantly.
Highlights
- The biggest advantage of single tooth implant over a dental bridge is that it does not hamper the adjacent healthy teeth.
- Dental implants are fixed in the jaw bone which helps to maintain the bone and gum health.
- Single tooth implants have the highest survival rate.
- Single tooth implants are more esthetic, durable and natural looking teeth replacement option.
- The cost and duration of single implants is totally worth the investment.
Root canal treatments are one of those nightmares often feared the most. Going to the dentist can be scary, but root canal treatments are particularly frightening. Most people are victims to dental phobia even with the thought of root canals, isn’t it? Due to this, people delay dental treatments, which means they end up in a deeper fix. This is not only bad for their teeth but also for their pocket.
Some people are victims of tooth cavities, no matter how much they take care of their oral hygiene. Relatable isn’t it? This is because their teeth are cavity-prone. Cavity-prone people can benefit from pit and fissure sealants in a way they can even avoid root canal treatments. How? To understand how pit and fissure sealants can help avoid root canal treatments, let’s try to understand how you reach a root canal stage and what can pit and fissure sealants actually do!
Highlights
- Most people fear going to a dentist because of the deep-rooted fear of root canal treatments.
- You could save your tooth from a root canal treatment by getting pit and fissure sealants at the right time.
- Pit and fissure sealants seal off the deep grooves and ditches on the tooth, reducing the possibility of tooth cavities.
- Once the onset of cavities is prevented, the need for a root canal treatment doesn’t occur.
- Also, root canals are so expensive, but with pit and fissure sealants, you can get the same security for half the price!
- For these reasons, pit and fissure sealants could save teeth from root canal treatments.
Though most people these days are becoming aware of flossing, they don’t really put it into practice consistently. They say if you fail to floss you miss cleaning 40% of your teeth. But are people really worried about the remaining 40%? Well, you should be! Because you still have 40% chance of developing tooth cavities.
Cleaning the remaining 40% can remove the entire possibility of getting tooth cavities. This also means you avoid the possibility of needing a root canal treatment in your life. But how exactly does flossing save your teeth from extraction?
Highlights:
- Flossing is one of the most important habits you can develop to maintain and improve your gum health.
- Compromised gum health and hidden cavities are the most common reasons why your teeth needs removal.
- Flossing can prevent hidden cavities as well as improve gum health by removing plaque and bacteria from the interdental spaces between teeth.
- Flossing thus helps prevent the need for tooth extraction in the future.
Moms-to-be usually have a lot of questions regarding pregnancy and most worries are related to the good health of their baby. Most to-be mothers opt for different lifestyle habits during this phase in their lives, not for themselves but for their child’s well-being.
Most to-be mothers opt for some drastic changes in their lives like dietary changes, de-stressing habits, and lifestyle changes like pregnancy yoga, exercising, etc. But how many would alter our dental habits and focus on dental care during pregnancy?
Sound weird to you? It starts with most women being unaware of the relation between pregnancy and teeth. Not many are aware that good oral hygiene is very important for the well-being of the child.
One such habit that improves your oral hygiene and could prove to be beneficial for the overall good health of your child— Oil Pulling!
Let’s find out some interesting facts on how oil pulling during pregnancy could benefit your baby. But for that, we should first understand how poor gum health affects the baby.
Highlights:
- During pregnancy plaque and calculus levels increase in the mouth.
- This increases the bacterial levels in the mouth leading to poor oral hygiene.
- Bacteria in the mouth enter the mother’s blood and reach the baby. This affects the child’s health.
- Oil pulling during pregnancy works at reducing the bacterial levels in the mouth by breaking through the plaque colonies. This prevents the bacteria from entering the bloodstream and reaching the baby.
- A daily habit of oil pulling can thus help keep your baby healthy. Make sure you also consult your gynecologist before starting with oil pulling.
If you’re planning to become pregnant, -you are somewhat mentally prepared to enjoy this beautiful journey of motherhood. But yes of course there are so many concerns and thoughts running across your mind. And if it’s your first time naturally your anxiety and fears are valid. As you hear stories from your dear ones, relatives, and friends there are a mix of emotions of excitement, happiness and nervousness, and fear.
But with all this looking at the bigger picture all you can think about is the little one coming into your life and you want to just do everything right. You want to avoid certain things to protect the health of your baby right from the initial days. You may want to know the dos and don’ts of everything to protect your baby and wish for his/ her good health even before getting pregnant. Don’t you?
One such thing you could do to work towards your baby’s health is getting pre-pregnancy teeth cleaning. You must be wondering why? What does teeth cleaning have to do with your pregnancy? Let’s find out
Highlights:
- Pre-pregnancy dental care is important to keep your teeth and gums healthy for the sake of your future baby.
- Dental care before pregnancy is a must as most dental treatments and procedures cannot be done during the pregnancy phase and most emergencies cannot be dealt with due to the risk of harming the baby.
- Pregnancy causes a lot of hormonal changes and affects the oral health of the expecting mother.
- Pregnancy gingivitis and periodontitis (gum infections during pregnancy) could increase the risk of pre-mature childbirth.
- Poor oral hygiene increases the levels of bad bacteria in the mouth, which enter the bloodstream of the baby and can cause premature childbirth.
- Getting a pre-pregnancy teeth cleaning keeps bacterial levels in check and does not allow them to enter the mother’s bloodstream and avoids premature delivery.
- Keep your mouth healthy to keep your baby healthy.
Most women usually aren’t really concerned about the changes that happen in their mouth during and after pregnancy. There are a lot of things to worry about and changing your oral hygiene practices is usually not very high on the list of concerns. After all, you’re going to have a baby! But the fact is, if you don’t pay attention to your gums now, you might end up with some major problems in your mouth in the future.
These major problems include pregnancy gingivitis and pregnancy periodontitis (gum infections ) which may give you a lifetime of dental issues coming your way.
Pregnancy does take a toll on your overall health as well as gum health. About 60-70% of pregnant women face swollen gums postpartum. But how do you take care of your gums post-pregnancy? What can you do to reverse these conditions? To understand this let’s first understand the pregnancy-related changes in your gums.
Highlights:
- Hormonal changes during pregnancy may cause your gums to swell and become puffy leading to pregnancy gingivitis.
- Post-delivery the hormonal levels decline to result and gum diseases start to fade away.
- Sometimes the gum diseases continue to spread and progress to pregnancy periodontitis.
- Maintaining oral hygiene and postpartum gum care is very important.
- One way to improve your gum health during and post-pregnancy is to massage your gums.
- Gum stimulators are more effective in reducing postpartum gingivitis and periodontitis than gum massaging with fingers.
- If you ever experience postpartum gum pain reach out to your dentist immediately.
Not long ago, heart attacks were primarily a problem faced by older adults. It was rare for anyone younger than 40 to have a heart attack. Now 1 in 5 heart attack patients is younger than 40 years of age. These days there is no heart attack age limit whatsoever, especially in India.
These days lifestyle changes are a must in order to protect yourself from the risks of early age heart attacks. But would you want to live in the fear of early age heart attacks throughout the age when you should be enjoying life to the fullest? If not, there are some precautions you can take to reduce the risks.
Of course, everyone talks about the precautions of changing your lifestyle, dietary habits as well as stress management to reduce the risks of early age heart attacks; which are very much needed too. But did you ever think about how ignoring certain dental habits could be putting your heart at risk?
Oral care is an essential part of your lifestyle that can actually help prevent heart attack. Studies prove that oral health is directly linked to heart diseases. Studies prove a good oral hygiene can reduce the risk of heart attacks.
Flossing your teeth is one way you can do this. Let’s find out how
Highlights:
- Early age heart attacks are common these days and the main reason for this is improper lifestyle.
- One way you could reduce the risk of early age heart attacks is by maintaining your oral hygiene — one way step you could take is Flossing your teeth.
- Studies prove the link between gum diseases and heart diseases.
- Flossing can help keeping your heart healthy by getting rid of the plaque between your teeth, keep your gums healthy.
- Flossing can improve your gums health by getting rid of the plaque between your teeth, keep your gums healthy and reduce the risk of early age heart attacks.
Bad breath is a major concern for so many people. And why would’t it be? It can be embarrassing and even a turnoff for some. Some embarrassing moments make you feel you need to do something about your breath, don’t you? And if you suffer from serious halitosis, you’ve tried almost all bad breath remedies and various types of mouth sprays to mouthwashes and mint strips to chewing gums. We know you tried it all, and it just wouldn’t go away. You may have come across some people who don’t suffer from bad breath at all. What are they doing to keep bad breath away?
Well, there’s actually one simple thing that can help: flossing! Flossing daily not only keeps your cavities at bay but also bad breath away. Flossing is a very underestimated habit, but only if you did it, it could help you reduce bad breath by more than 50%. Let’s find out how
Highlights:
- Bad breath is a major concern for many and quite embarrassing for some.
- If you have tried all home remedies and still you can’t get rid of your bad breath, flossing can help.
- Flossing removes the locked and trapped food particles between your teeth and prevents the rotting of food inside your mouth which helps keeps your mouth fresh.
- Flossing your teeth can also help you avoid hidden cavities between your teeth.
Often times a Dentist can make out how concerned people are about their oral health by merely counting the number of missing natural teeth. It simply indicates that the person is quite ignorant about his/her oral health. Removing a natural tooth is a big cause of concern and one realizes it only when a few more are missing.
At this point, a person becomes more aware and starts searching for numerous options to replace multiple missing teeth! Today’s world is moving at a breakneck speed and people desire the best option for multiple missing teeth replacement. An option that is comfortable, fast, and long-lasting! And the answer to all these questions is one i.e., ‘dental implants’!
Highlights
- Dental implants have a leading edge over other conventional options like dentures and bridges for replacing multiple missing teeth.
- There is an increase in demand for placement of multiple dental implants in the recent years.
- Age of the patient, jaw bone quality, systemic health and type of implant are major determinants of success of multiple dental implants.
- Dental implants have a success rate of 90-95% but with proper care they can last life-long.
- Dental implants help to improve the appearance, chewing ability, speech and self-esteem of the patient staggeringly.
A dental bridge or an implant is usually needed when one has a missing tooth. After getting your tooth extracted either due to some reason like decay or broken tooth, your dentist either gives you an option of replacing your missing tooth with a bridge or an implant or a denture depending on what is best for you. We are way past the phase where dentures were usually considered as a replacement option for your missing tooth. This usually leaves you with two options to replace your missing tooth, a bridge or an implant, and haven given the choice you would want to know which one is the best.
With a missing front tooth, one tends to smile less with embarrassment and become more anxious thereby affecting their self-confidence. With the advancements in the dental field, there are a number of alternatives available to replace missing teeth. There are plenty of consequences that happen if you don’t replace your missing tooth or teeth which you might have not even thought of. While suffering the consequences of a missing tooth one tends to understand the reason for it and regret not replacing it. Replacing your missing tooth is essential as this helps the remaining teeth to be aligned without causing any further consequences.
Highlights
- Bridges do not require surgical intervention as compared to dental implants.
- Longer sitting hours are required for dental implants as that of bridges
- Bridges are most cost- effective than implants
- Implants are more stronger than bridges as they replace the tooth as whole as compared to bridges that replace only the crown structure
- Implants have a better success rate than bridges.
- Any tooth replacement option would need good oral hygiene to increase the lifespan of the treatment done.
The SARS-CoV-2 is a global pandemic caused by coronavirus affecting all sectors of life. It hit the country in March 2020 and since then the whole scenario has changed. While we were just getting out of terror of the last two waves which affected us badly, a new variant has come in vision which is again creating fear of infection and lockdown in the entire country. The new omicron variant has been declared a variant of concern by the World Health Organization. This variant is definitely the most contagious one but not as deadly as the previous two variants. This means it’s definitely spreading fast but not as serious as the delta variants.
The mutations identified in Omicron provide theoretical concerns that the variant could be more transmissible than the Delta variant and have reduced sensitivity to antibody activity induced by past infection or vaccines. As per data obtained in the last two days cases with this virus are suspected in India to now. So it’s time again we start being alert and follow our basic hygiene and sanitization protocols giving in our 100%.
Highlights:
- Emergence of new variant of Covid – 19, the omicron, has proved that battle with Covid is still present
- Following basic protocols of oral hygiene and hand sanitization is must to maintain overall well being
- Children have to be taken care of and looked by parents as still vaccination for children has not started
- According to CDC no data has been found yet to indicate transmission of Sars – cov 2 in dental practice but still we have to be prepared
- Contact DentalDost helpline for any help regarding your dental problems
Losing teeth is attributed to a number of things. It can arise due to missing teeth, fractured teeth or trauma due to certain accidents or can be related to genetics too. People with missing teeth tend to smile less and have less self-confidence overall.. In spite of having a missing tooth, it is the duty of the dentist to rehabilitate the oral cavity to maximize the function of the mouth. There are various options available by which a missing tooth can be replaced Bridges are available that replace the missing teeth with the support of the remaining healthy teeth, while on the other hand we have dental implants which replace the tooth right from the roots to the crown structure.
If you have chosen implants as an option to replace your missing tooth, your dentist is going to require some tests and scans before he decides to pace one. Your dentist studies your case and then plans the placement of the implant in the area of the missing tooth or teeth.
HIGHLIGHTS
- If implant is your choice for replacing your missing tooth or teeth then it’s definitely the best choice you have made.
- It’s not as simple as a filling procedure and needs more planning and better understanding of the case to place an implant.
- Your dentist will carry our various investigations to undestand whether or not you are a suitable candidate to opt for an implant procedure.
- Your dentist rewuires x-rays, CT scans , CBCT scans to make sure all is well and plan the treatment accordingly.
- Placing an implant is a team effort and though its on the higher side in terms of it’s cost it certainly has a better success rate in comparison to dentures and bridges.
The Covid-19 disease has had a catastrophic impact all over the world which includes the global shutdown, outbreak of a pandemic, rising number of cases every single day, number of deaths reported, impeding stress on the medical system to meet the increasing demands so on and so forth. The viral infection caused by severe acute respiratory coronavirus 2 (SARS COV2) was the most fatal infection reported till date! But the promising research related to the Covid-19 vaccine and the global vaccination drive of citizens has helped to curb the severity of the disease to some extent. And just when everyone was trying to lighten up, a new variant of SARS COV2 called ‘omicron’ has emerged and spread in almost 38 countries including India.
The last two years during the peak of pandemic made most of the dental clinics shut world-wide. There was a paradigm shift in the conduct of dental practice. The top Indian newspaper like The Hindu reported that many dental patients had harrowing experiences owing to the shutdown of dental clinics. A senior lady from Karnataka had to live on a liquid and semi-solid diet due to a broken denture which could not be fixed because of the lock-down. Another patient from a metro city complained that he had to chew food from one side since the filling was dislodged on the other side. There are numerous such cases reported during the major lockdown since only emergency dental services were allowed to practice. Even though the therapeutic treatment was on with teleconsultation, most of the dental procedures were halted due to the change in norms!
Highlights
- It is completely safe to visit the dental practices during the expected third wave.
- Dental practices follow the new covid appropriate guidelines for infection control given by the Ministry of Health and Welfare.
- The research conducted over two years during the pandemic have not reported Covid-19 disease transmission in the dental setup.
- The study published in the Journal of Dental Research have reported zero rate of transmission of corona virus through the aerosol generating dental procedures.
- Covid appropriate behavior and maximum vaccination will remain the mainstay during the expected third wave.
Most of us have heard stories or even have come across mishaps related to dentures. Be it a denture slipping out from someone’s mouth while talking or a denture falling down while eating at a social gathering! Dentures have always been a topic of humor for many. But not for denture wearers, since their life literally revolves around their set of dentures.
A few years back, a senior person with all missing chompers had the only option of a removable complete denture. Some people who got themselves used to wearing their dentures continued happily, but few who couldn’t were helpless and had to manage without teeth. But now, due to the emergence of implant-supported dentures, an option of ‘third set of fixed teeth’ after milk teeth and permanent teeth is available to the senior citizens!
Highlights
- Dentures together with implants offer numerous advantages over the traditional removable complete dentures.
- Implant-retained dentures are more firm, steady, esthetic, comfortable and trouble-free as compared to conventional dentures.
- Implant-supported dentures improves the speech, has a much better biting efficiency and maintains the jaw bone in optimum health.
- The food chewed through a stable foundation provided by the implant-retained dentures aids in better digestion of food and improved general health of the patient.
- Implant supported dentures have more predictable, successful and reliable outcome and hence is the preferred choice by most of the patients.
When people hear about implants, the first thing that comes to their mind is SURGERY, time and of course the high dental bills that come along with it. Implant-related misconceptions have been passed over a decade from each individual. With more advancement in dental technology and revised treatment procedures, it’s more convenient for the dentist as well as the patient.
Implants play a pivot role as they replace one or more tooth which can improve the patients chewing and speech function. Patients refrain from selecting implants as an option for their missing tooth due to the myths about dental implant. In order to make the patent more aware about implants, it is the duty of the dentist to debunk all the myths of the patient before delivering them implants.
HIGHLIGHTS
- Implants are not a painful procedure
- In spite of them being expensive, they should be considered for the longer run
- If properly installed in the oral cavity, no risks or failures are seen
- Dental implants do not need special care and maintenance as compared to the dental bridges.
- Debunking myths of dental implants can open a horizon of options for different implant techniques
- No one can explain the facts to the patients better other than the dentist.
Day by day veganism is growing popular not only in the west but also in India. The trend of shifting to a vegan diet is increasing especially in youngsters. But there is still a section of society that is not aware of what exactly is veganism? Veganism is broadly termed as a way of living that completely excludes animal exploitation or animal cruelty be it in terms of food, clothing, or any other products. A vegan diet is plant-based and devoid of anything of animal origin which includes meat, poultry as well as dairy products.
Highlights
- Many dental companies are manufacturing vegan oral hygiene products to keep up with the trend of veganism.
- Many people prefer using vegan dental products as part of sustainable living, or on the part of moral or religious grounds.
- There are numerous advantages of using vegan dental products like being completely plant-based, natural and free from any animal ingredients.
- Vegan toothpastes and vegan dental floss are equally effective like regular oral hygiene products.
- Vegan dental products are economical, ecofriendly, biodegradable, free from toxic synthetic compounds and useful.
Maintaining good oral health is similar to choosing good oral care products. Much of the information available on the internet is related to taking care of your oral health and how oral health influences general health. But when it comes to buying products for oral care people are confused since the market is flooded with a plethora of dental products. Also, hardly anyone is bothered to read the ingredients inside the product they are using. The growing trend of veganism has compelled people to be more and more aware of the product as well as the contents of the products. It’s high time one needs to check the label of oral care products in case they are supporting the vegan trend.
Contrary to regular oral hygiene products, vegan dental products are completely plant-based with zero animal-derived ingredients. People often ask a Dentist or search on the internet for the best vegan toothpaste, vegan dental floss, or vegan eco-friendly dental floss, at times vegan biodegradable dental floss, vegan toothpaste with fluoride so on, and so forth. To quench the search related to “vegan dental products” here is a list of 5 sustainable vegan oral care products in India.
Highlights
- Vegan dental products are completely natural, organic, sourced from plants with no animal-derived ingredients.
- Most of the vegan toothpaste are formulated entirely from plant, essential natural oils and fruit extracts.
- Most of the vegan dental products are free from preservatives, additives, stabilizers, synthetic colors and flavors and gluten.
- The natural, chemical free ingredients have strong anti-bacterial property, fresh and natural flavors and pleasant taste.
- Few vegan toothpastes are fluoride-free and hence extremely safe to be used by kids below 5 years of age too.
Ancient Indian Ayurveda has an interesting role in improving oral health and in a way general health too. Back then when medical and dental practice and research were negligible, Ayurvedic practices developed methods to better oral health. Reducing the oral bacterial flow has been the ultimate goal ever since ancient Ayurvedic practices. One such method called ‘oil pulling’ continues to be in practice even today! Oil pulling has its roots in ancient Ayurveda predominantly practiced in India. It is believed that oil pulling is extremely beneficial not just to oral health but to general health too!
Highlights
- Oil pulling is an ancient Ayurvedic practice for maintaining oral hygiene.
- Oil pulling has numerous benefits in improving oral as well as general health.
- The regular practice of oil pulling helps to prevent tooth decay, gum infections and bad mouth odor.
- Even though oil pulling is effective against many oral microorganisms, a regular dental check-up has no escape way.
- Many natural oils like virgin coconut oil, sesame oil, olive oil and sunflower oil are best for oil pulling.
- The infusion of essential oils along with the natural oils gives an added benefit to these products.
You ask your dentist which toothpaste to use, don’t you? But do you know your toothbrush plays a more important role in improving your oral hygiene than your toothpaste? Have you ever asked your dentist which toothbrush to use? You must really be concerned about your oral hygiene if you did so, which is good. But I bet you must have never asked your dentist which is better electric or a manual toothbrush?
Highlights
- The second generation electric or powered toothbrush have replaced the earlier models with a long-lasting rechargeable battery.
- The recent electric toothbrushes have a compact head with rotating-oscillating motion.
- The electric toothbrushes are more effective than manual ones due its oscillating head, which helps to dislodge the plaque formation.
- Everyone can use electric toothbrushes.
- The electric toothbrushes can be used by all but in particular are very useful in people with limited physical or mental dexterity, patients with braces, hospitalized patients or senior citizens with arthritis.
Thinking of upgrading your toothbrush to an electric one? Well, you would be surely confused about which one to go for especially when the market is flooded with so many of them. 9 out of 10 dentists suggest electric toothbrushes surely do give an additional cleaning benefit over manual toothbrushes. Thus improving your oral hygiene. So it’s great you want to switch to an electric toothbrush or are used to using one. But often when it comes to buying an electric or powered toothbrush one stumbles upon the price range that fits into an individual budget. To get a better idea we have short-listed the top 3 electric toothbrushes which can suit everyone’s wallet while delivering better oral care!
Highlights
- Considering the hectic schedule these days, the electric toothbrushes are a good alternative to the manual ones.
- Electric toothbrushes are not just effective in teeth cleaning, but are good for gum health too.
- For beginners the above mentioned top 3 electric toothbrushes can be a good option to invest.
- The design and unique features of each of these toothbrushes makes brushing even more productive and powerful.
Technologies and their limitless scope in the field of dentistry are something that has always wooed dentists and patients. People are always used to working with traditional tools and don’t really give a thought of upgrading their practices especially dental. The reason is, people usually are not aware of the various advances in dental products these days. One such example would be the use of electric toothbrushes. Let me start by asking, do you know what are electric toothbrushes?
There are always supporters on the use of manual toothbrushes as well as supporters of electric toothbrushes. Studies and facts suggest the use of electric toothbrushes always have some additional benefits in offering a better oral hygiene. Know that electric toothbrushes are considered better than manual toothbrushes, the never-ending debate on which brushing technology is better sonic or oscillating always remains a question mark? Let’s try and understand some studies that support either.
Highlights
- Electric toothbrushes have two different types, the sonic and the rotary.
- Sonic and rotary toothbrushes differ in the brushing technologies.
- Sonic electric toothbrushes produce vibrations in to and fro motions while rotary electric toothbrushes produce oscillating motions for effective cleaning.
- Studies prove rotary toothbrushes have better cleaning efficiency.
We are scared of hundreds of things in life. From terrifying monsters under our beds to walking alone inside a dark alley; from the eternal phobia of crawling animals to the deathly predators that lurk in the forests. Of course, some fears are rational, and many aren’t. But, all of us are one scared bunch of individuals.
It is hardly surprising then that all of us have been, or still are, frighteningly scared of visiting a dentist.
All of us have experienced that slight gasp, that sudden feeling of shock and despair, that comes along a sudden shot of pain right beneath one of those backbencher’s teeth. Ouch!
The pain subsides, and we forget about it. Most of us won’t even think of calling a dentist and checking if this was normal. We keep ignoring all those little red flags. And only when the pain becomes unbearable, we reluctantly decide to book our appointment.”
And even then, we endlessly hope, our toothache miraculously goes away with just medicines.
A question arises, exactly why are we so scared of a Dentist? Are these fears rational? Or have we blown them out of proportion for no reason?
Highlight
- Dental phobia is real. Most of the dental fears come from bad dental experiences in the past.
- The most common reason being the fear of dental treatments and the pain that comes along with it.
- There are some ways to avoid going to a dentist for complex dental treatments.
- You can save yourself from dental anxieties by taking a free scan and consultation at the comfort of your home.
The practice of oil pulling can be traced back to Ayurvedic medicine, an ancient system of healing that developed in India over 3,000 years ago. Ayurvedic practitioners believe that oil pulling can cleanse the body of toxins, improve oral health and enhance overall wellness.
Oil pulling is a method of oral cleansing that involves swishing or holding oil in the mouth for an extended period of time. It is intended to draw out toxins and improve oral health by strengthening the teeth, gums, and jaw.
One of the interesting benefits of oil pulling is its ability to minimize the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles on your face. Hence its oral pulling is also termed ‘Yoga For Mouth’. Here’s how it works.
Highlights
- The key to your health and well-being is prevention.
- Oil pulling acts more on the preventive aspect over during aspect.
- Oil pulling not only has oral benefits but also proves to have systemic benefits.
- It reduces the bacteria in the mouth to improving bad breath, prevent plaque and tooth cavites.
- Oil pulling also helps promote youthful skin by reducing wrinkles and fine lines.
- Oil pulling can decrease the appearance of wrinkles and impart a healthy glow to your skin.
- A daily practice of oil pulling benefits your oral health as well as your entire body.
Tongue cleaning has been the focus and the cornerstone of Ayurvedic principles since ancient times. Your tongue can tell a lot about a person’s overall health say the Ayurvedics. The practitioners of Ayurveda believe that the state of our tongue reflects the state of our health in general and tongue cleaning is an important part of one’s daily oral hygiene routine.
Most people don’t pay much heed to the condition of their tongues and only give it a cursory glance every once in a while. You should look at your tongue quite frequently as it can provide detailed information about your overall health.
Tongue scraping (tongue cleaning) can benefit your oral health in many ways, but who would have thought it could help with digestion? Yes! Tongue cleaning not only freshens your breath and promotes clean teeth, it can help you digest your food better!
Highlights
- Your tongue is one of the fastest ways to tell how healthy you are.
- Ayurvedic studies prove regular tongue cleaning benefits digestion.
- An unhygienic tongue looks like a white-yellow-brown coating on the tongue.
- Coatings on the tongue are a breeding ground for bacteria.
- Increased bacterial growth enters stomach and causes digestion problems.
- Hence tongue cleaning should be done regularly by everyone as a part of the dental care routine to improve digestion and oral health.
Night-time brushing is often underestimated by many. Some people are not aware of brushing at night, some forget, some remember to brush at night, but are lazy, and some find it difficult to make a commitment to not eat anything after that. Relatable?
Some studies say nighttime brushing is more important than brushing in the morning. Night-time brushing has many benefits like preventing tooth cavities, and gum infections as well as reducing bad breath. If nighttime brushing is so important for everyone, why is it mandatory for smokers? How can nighttime brushing help smokers reduce their smokers’ breath? Let’s get into the depth of understanding this.
Highlights
- Night-time brushing holds the power to keep your dental problems away.
- Smokers’ breath is a typical smell that is experienced by chronic and regular smokers.
- Smokers’ breath is a result of the chemicals released from the cigarettes as well as a result of chronic plaque and calculus buildup.
- Night-time brushing can help reduce the bacterial load in the mouth reducing smokers’ breath.
- Using a mouthwash, or brushing immediately after smoking does remove the cigarette smell from the mouth instantly, but not permanently. These are just temporary ways.
- Brushing twice, flossing, and tongue cleaning regularly are permanent ways to cure smokers’ breath.
Have you come across anyone who got their teeth extracted even if their teeth are healthy? Why would a dentist do that? Well, yes! At times your dentist decides to get your tooth extracted even if there isn’t any decay present. But Why so? Your dentist plans on removing the tooth that has poor gum support and compromised gum health. When gums are not healthy and cannot hold the tooth in place and starts becoming loose. That’s when it reaches the stage where it needs an extraction.
Highlights
- Compromised gum health can make your tooth loose. Loose teeth eventually have to go for removal.
- Poor gum health can make your gums swollen, puffy, and inflamed. As the disease progresses gums start forming pockets and recede down.
- Gum contouring surgery removes the damaged gum tissues and keeps them healthy.
- Healthy gums help you avoid landing in a situation where you would need to remove your tooth.
Gum diseases are a common cause of tooth extraction. They can be treated, but in some cases, they can lead to tooth loss.
Tooth extraction is a surgical procedure in which a dentist removes teeth from the patient’s mouth. The dentist will remove either a single tooth or multiple teeth, depending on what is necessary for your oral health. In some cases, gum diseases may lead to tooth extraction. This can occur if:
- You have poor oral hygiene and don’t practice good habits like brushing and flossing regularly – This can result in periodontitis and gingivitis, which can cause inflammation of the gums and bone loss around the teeth that make it difficult to keep them in place.
- Your gums have become swollen and puffy due to poor oral hygiene or other factors – This can make it difficult for them to stay attached to the teeth, they are supposed to support because they lack healthy tissue underneath them that would otherwise help hold them in place. As a result, your teeth may become loose and require removal.
Highlights:
- Most people are not aware of the concept of massaging their gums
- Massaging your gums has a lot of proven benefits and keeps your gums healthy by removing plaque and improving blood circulation.
- Healthy gums make way for good gum support and prevent loose teeth.
- This thus prevents the teeth from needing an extraction in the future.
Bang on this new year with a new smile The monotonous and very unpredictable circumstances developed due to Covid-19 have compelled all of us to crave a fresh new change! Even though the situation hasn’t completely changed but few things are quite under control due to the vaccination drive and strict measures taken. So, to pump up the new year mood why not give ourselves a pleasant change in the form of a ‘new smile’!
‘Smile speaks a thousand words! Very well said by someone. A smile crosses all the boundaries of age, gender, country, race, color, or culture. It speaks a universal language. A warm smile conveys happiness, affection, generosity, and positivity. A bright splashing smile is a huge contributor in enhancing one’s personality. So, what are we waiting for? Why not make an instant, fresh resolution to get that perfect and confident smile this new year!
Highlights
- New year is a perfect time to get a fresh new smile for yourself.
- Smile contributes a huge part in enhancing one’s personality.
- Teeth cleaning can remove the unwanted stains, debris on teeth whereas teeth whitening can visibly lighten the color of teeth.
- Gummy smile or dark gums can easily be corrected with lasers, electrosurgery or cryosurgery.
- Lip and face esthetics can be improved with dermal fillers, micro needling, Botox etc.
- A dazzling smile is combination of well-aligned, white teeth, healthy proportionate gums, pink lips and toned face and jaw line.
A Wake-up call to stop DIY Dentistry!
One of the most significant notes to follow is that not all trends are to be followed! Period! The ever-growing buzz of social media creates a new trend every alternate day. Most of the millennials or youngsters succumb to these trends blindly without even giving a second thought. So, what is a DIY? DIY is a term used to denote ‘Do it yourself. It’s a practice that is followed at home which is seen on any of the social media platforms. But, is practicing DIY dentistry scientifically, correct? Well, the answer is a big ‘No’!
Everyone practices DIY trends following social media influencers. These influencers do a million DIY things for instance a face pack to hair masks. Dental treatments on the other hand cannot be done at home that too without professional guidance. It is simply putting your oral health at risk! The dental treatment done by a professional Dentist and quick-fix techniques like DIY are two entirely different things. The dangers of DIY dentistry are increasing at a staggering rate and the aftermath has to be dealt by a dental professional. What are different DIY dentistry trends you should beware of?
Highlights
- Not all social media trends are to be followed and one of them is DIY dentistry.
- Teeth whitening at home using harsh chemicals can ruin the health and quality of teeth in the long run.
- Instant teeth whitening pastes like charcoal toothpastes can only give an instant glow for a short period however the safety remains under question.
- DIY teeth straightening with the help of elastic bands can lead to potential dental problems like bone loss, infections, jaw joint problems etc.
- Quick fixes to avoid dental appointments by popping excessive pain killers can be very dangerous.
9 से 5 की नौकरी सभी व्यक्तियों के लिए बहुत थका देने वाली और तनावपूर्ण होती है। हमें अक्सर उन घिसे-पिटे भोजन को बनाने और ऑफिस या कॉलेज तक ले जाने के लिए बहुत कम समय मिलता है। इसलिए, हम कार्यालय या कॉलेज कैंटीन में पेस्ट्री और केक के लिए तरसते हैं। या अपने आपातकालीन भूख के दर्द के लिए अपने डेस्क की दराज में चिप्स या बिस्कुट का एक पैकेट रखा होगा। लेकिन क्या आप जानते हैं कि ऐसे खाद्य पदार्थों का सेवन आपके संपूर्ण स्वास्थ्य के साथ-साथ आपके दांतोंके स्वास्थ्य के लिए भी हानिकारक है।
आज ही अपने कार्यालय के डेस्क की दराज को हटा दें और उन नमकीन और शर्करा वाले खाद्य पदार्थ को फेंक दें |
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- गाजर
- सेब
- पनीर
- बादाम
- खीरा
- दही
- पटसन के बीज
- स्प्राउट्स
अब तक आप समझ ही गए होंगे कि डेंटल फोबिया के शिकार होने का आपका कारण इनमें से कौन सा है। इसे यहां पढ़ें
रूट कैनाल, दांत निकालना, मसूड़ों की सर्जरी और प्रत्यारोपण जैसे भयानक दंत चिकित्सा उपचार आपकी रात की नींद हराम कर देता होगा।
लेकिन अंदाजा लगाइए कि डेंटल फोबिया का शिकार और कौन है? दंत चिकित्सक निश्चित रूप से इन सभी प्रक्रियाओं को अपने कौशल से कर सकते हैं। लेकिन अगर उन्हें यह सब अनुभव करना है, तो वे भी भयभीत हैं!
आपकी जैसी स्थिति में न आने के लिए दंत चिकित्सक वास्तव में जानते हैं कि कब और क्या करने की आवश्यकता है। मैं आपको एक उदाहरण देता हूं। क्या आप खुद को गंजे होने से बचाने के लिए जो जरुरी हो वो सारे उपाय नहीं अपनाएंगे? वैसेही हम अपने दांतो का ख्याल क्यों नहीं रख पाते?
दंत चिकित्सक नियमित रूप से अपनी मसूड़ों की जांच करते हैं और अपने मौखिक स्वास्थ्य को बनाए रखते हैं। उस दर्द और पीड़ा से बचने के लिए बस कुछ निवारक उपायों की जरूरत है। जैसे की:
तल – रेखा केवल अगर आपने इसे अपने दंत चिकित्सक की तरह किया है, तो आप सभी प्रमुख सर्जिकल प्रक्रियाओं से खुद को बचा सकते हैं। निवारक दंत चिकित्सा उपचार के लिए जाएं और आपको कभी भी अपने आप से यह पूछने की आवश्यकता नहीं होगी कि दंत चिकित्सा उपचार इतने डरावने क्यों हैं।
हाइलाइट
आप वास्तव में एक दंत चिकित्सक से नहीं डर सकते। आप वास्तव में दंत चिकित्सा उपचारों से डरते हैं जो आपको दर्द और पीड़ा का कारण बनते हैं। दंत चिकित्सक द्वारा नियमित रूप से उपरोक्त उपचार करवाकर आप अपने आप को सभी दर्द और पीड़ा से बचा सकते हैं। ये प्रक्रियाएं बिल्कुल भी दर्दनाक नहीं हैं। लेकिन फिर भी जटिल दंत चिकित्सा उपचार से बचने में आपकी सहायता करें। अपने मौखिक स्वास्थ्य की नियमित जांच करें ताकि दंत चिकित्सक के पास बार-बार जाने से बचा जा सके। डेंटलडॉस्ट ऐप डाउनलोड करके इसे लें। आपके घर के आराम पर एक निःशुल्क दंत स्कैन।
In the last blog, we discussed how Dentophobia is real. And how half the population is suffering from it! We also talked a bit about a few recurrent themes of what constitutes this deadly fear. You can read more about it here: (Why are we scared of Dentists?)
How can dental experiences be good when it involves a lot of pain and suffering? Most of us do have bad dental experiences. It’s either with the dentist, the clinic staff, the treatments, or the post-treatment results. Think about it, have you heard anyone say they had a good time visiting a dentist?
Bad dental experiences do make us hesitant to trust dentists again. Don’t they?
The bottom line is:
It’s not easy to get over your bad dental experiences. After all, the first impression is the last impression. Only if you never had to face them, could you trust your dentist a little more?
How many of these issues have you faced in the past? Or maybe you know about these incidences encountered by your friends or family? Do share all such experiences with us in the comments below.
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You can read the first blog in the series here: (Why are we scared of Dentists?)
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Statistical studies prove half the population is a victim of dental phobia. We also discussed whether our dental fears are rational or completely baseless. If you missed it out you can read it here.
We also learned how bad dental experiences could keep us away from visiting dental clinics. We discussed a variety of such experiences here, and would love to know if you suffered these too! (bad dental experiences)
One interesting feedback we received was many thought their dentists are cheating on them! Look what they had to say
It is hardly surprising then that we avoid going to a dentist so badly.
But, hey let me tell you something no dentist will ever tell you. I am a Dentist. And to let you in on a secret, I am scared of going to Dentists too.
Being a dentist and being a patient are two different personalities dentists have. Being a patient is not easy. Though we are dentists, we’re still humans. Of course, there is a lot of pain and suffering no one wants to go through.
The bottom line is: Performing the treatments is no big deal for us dentists. But going through all of it is a hell of a journey to go through. We do know what it is to be a patient. Sitting on a dental chair and going through the suffering is no joke. It’s not only you, but even we as dentists are scared of dental procedures. We’re in this together.
Dentists often trust themselves more than trusting any other dentist. Hence we believe in taking care of ourselves. We do know there are some ways we can avoid all of it!
Do you want me to spell the secrets out? 100 “Yes’s” in the comment and maybe I will think about it. 😉
Highlights:
- Dental fear is real and has victimized millions of people.
- Dental Phobia is experienced by all with no exceptions. Not even dentists.
- Yes! Dentists do fear dental procedures. Just like you!
- But dentists find their own way to get away with it. You can save yourself from all that pain and suffering too.
By now, all of us agree that Dentophobia is real. We talked a bit about a few recurrent themes of what constitutes this deadly fear. You can read more about it here: (Why are we scared of Dentists?)
We also talked about how our bad dental experiences just add more fuel to the fire. If you missed out on that blog, you can read it here: (The burden of Bad Dental Experiences)
Another critical factor is that we often have a notion dentists may be cheating us. You have mild pain in your tooth. You visit a dentist hoping to get a tablet to reduce the pain. The dentist examines and wonders if there is a deeper infection. You are asked to get an X-ray, and your alarm bell starts ringing. In no time, you are being suggested an extraction or a root canal. You are told about the estimated cost. You were expecting a magic pill, and instead, you got surgery planned!
No wonder you think your dentist is cheating on you.
Your fear is natural, it is a human tendency. How difficult do we find trusting strangers anyway? But is the cost of the treatment the only factor behind this, seemingly irrational fear? Or are there any other factors which we have completely ignored, as usual?
Let’s explore.
The bottom line is: Not all dentists want to cheat you. We, dentists, do know what is it like to be a patient. We do understand the hesitancy to trust your dentist. But, If you got a free dental consultation, free treatment planned by dentists, free oral health scan, know the types of materials going to used, know exactly in detail about the treatment plans well in advance, talk freely to the dentist about your concerns, would you now trust your dentist?
Highlights:
- Most people have this notion their dentist is cheating them.
- You may feel cheated because of certain bad dental experiences too.
- Not all dentists want to cheat you.
- Feel safe to talk to a dentist and get answers to all your dental queries by talking to a dentist or simply by scanning your teeth absolutely free.
Many people seek that ”toothpaste commercial smile ”. That is why more people each year are getting cosmetic dental procedures done. According to Market Watch, during the forecast period of 2021-2030, the cosmetic dentistry market is expected to develop at a compound annual growth rate of more than 5%. Cosmetic dental procedures can fix your teeth to be more attractive and improve the way you feel about yourself. However, these procedures are not for everyone. Below are a few things to consider before making the ultimate decision in regards to your smile:
Conclusion While it may seem daunting, the benefits of cosmetic dentistry are numerous. A healthy smile is one of the first things people notice when they walk into a room. It can also make you feel more confident and comfortable. According to the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, a beautiful smile can boost your confidence and self-esteem. If you’re considering undergoing cosmetic dentistry, you should consider what it can offer you. Just remember that it is never too late to get the smile you’ve always wanted.
Going out? Seeing someone? Anticipating a special moment? Well, you got to be prepared for that magical moment when the love of your life might kiss you!
Yes, if you’ve got your heart set on somebody and a special occasion is expected, you’ll want to be sure your oral hygiene is in tip-top shape so you can enjoy that romantic moment with complete confidence. Not just that, whenever you step out of your home, make sure to be in a state where you don’t have to stand at a feet’s distance from somebody just because you feel that you might have some bad breath.
We’re often so conscious about our smile, breath, teeth when we meet someone special. You want to be at your A-game. Here are a few tips that might help you get that confidence to always be kiss ready.
HIGHLIGHTS
- Maintaining good oral hygiene should be a daily practice.
- One should brush twice a day to get rid of all the food debris.
- Though flossing is meant to clean the areas between your teeth, it does help in improving bad breath. As it helps getting rid of the bad bacteria causing foul odour.
- Try breath strips instead of mouthwashes.
- Don’t skip on cleaning your tongue. Unclean tongue is always the reason of your bad breath.
Nowadays, everybody is looking forward to having a beautiful and pleasant smile. And honestly, there is nothing wrong with that. Everyone wants to get noticed. Be it a birthday party, family function, conference, that special date, or your own wedding!
We all want to be in the limelight! We all agree that a smile is the most attractive expression people notice about anyone. The phrase ‘first impression is the last impression’ holds good with first the face then the person and his behavior. So when this factor is so important for society as well as for you, why not make it perfect and eye-catching!
The bottom line It is very well understood that smile designing is still not very commonly practiced because of these myths. It is hence advisable to visit your dentist and have a systematic consultation regarding the same. They will be the best people to guide you according to your needs and wants.
So, what are you waiting for! Get a beautiful smile and flaunt it with all the confidence!
Highlights
- Smile designing is a process of changing the appearance of teeth by making them straighter, whiter, and creating a beautiful smile.
- Smile designs can do wonders by fully restoring your dental health and appearance regardless of the original state of your existing teeth.
- The process of smile designing involves procedures that do not cause pain or major discomfort.
- Smile designing bears no age limit. Anyone above 18 years of age can get a smile designing planned by a dentist.
- A beautiful smile will always help you boost confidence and create an aura of positivity around you.
अब तक हम सभी ने यह जान लिया है कि जब हम किसी दंत चिकित्सालय में जाते हैं तो हमें सबसे ज्यादा क्या डराता है। यदि आपने नहीं किया है तो आप यहां अपने गहरे जड़ वाले दंत भय को खोज सकते हैं। (हम दंत चिकित्सक के पास जाने से क्यों डरते हैं)
अपने पिछले ब्लॉग में, हमने इस बारे में भी बात की थी कि खराब दंत अनुभवों का बोझ दंत चिकित्सक के पास जाने के हमारे निर्णय को कैसे प्रभावित करता है। उपचार का डर, खराब दंत अनुभव और दंत चिकित्सकों को धोखा देने से हमें दंत चिकित्सकों के दरवाजे पर दस्तक देने में अधिक संकोच होता है।
लेकिन क्या आप अकेले हैं जो इसका सामना करते हैं? बिल्कुल भी नहीं। दंत चिकित्सक जटिल दंत चिकित्सा उपचारों से डरते हैं जिनमें दर्द और पीड़ा भी शामिल है। हमने उल्लेख किया था कि एक दंत चिकित्सक क्या करता है, उन्हें हमारे पहले ब्लॉग में रोगी बनाया गया था। यहां पढ़ें। (मैं एक दंत चिकित्सक हूं और मुझे भी डर लगता है)
लेकिन दंत चिकित्सक सभी दुखों से बचने की क्षमता जानते हैं। पहली बार में सभी दंत समस्याओं से बचने की आदत। दंत चिकित्सक जानते हैं कि सभी परेशानी से बचने के लिए क्या करना चाहिए। यदि आप इसे अपने दंत चिकित्सक की तरह करते हैं, तो ही आप अपने आप को सभी झंझटों से बचा सकते हैं।
इसे वैसे ही करें जैसे आपका डेंटिस्ट करता है।
आखिर: दंत चिकित्सक भी दंत चिकित्सकों से डरते हैं! हम कभी नहीं कभी देश के लिए रवाना हो रहे हैं। अगर आपका डेंटिस्ट ऐसा कर सकता है, तो आप भी कर सकते हैं.! इसके लिए केवल सुबह के साथ-साथ रात में भी दांतों की देखभाल की दिनचर्या में 5 मिनट का समय लगता है। इस तरह आपको किसी भी चीज़ के लिए अपने दंत चिकित्सक के पास नहीं जाना पड़ेगा, लेकिन निवारक दंत चिकित्सा उपचार जो बिल्कुल भी दर्दनाक नहीं हैं। आपको बस अपने दंत चिकित्सक के नक्शेकदम पर चलना है।
मुख्य विशेषताएं: * हर व्यक्ति चाहता है कि उसे कभी भी डेंटिस्ट के पास न जाना पड़े। * खैर, कुछ तरीके हैं जिनसे आप दंत चिकित्सक के पास जाने से बच सकते हैं, आपको बस कुछ एहतियाती उपाय करने हैं। * दंत चिकित्सक अच्छी मौखिक स्वच्छता, बेहतर मसूड़ों के स्वास्थ्य और अपनी मौखिक स्थिति की नियमित जांच के लिए उपरोक्त अभ्यास करके अपने दांतों की देखभाल करते हैं। * रोकथाम इलाज से बेहतर है और यही बात दांतों की देखभाल के मामले में भी लागू होती है। * आप भी डेंटलडॉस्ट ऐप पर मुफ्त डेंटल स्कैन करके अपने मौखिक स्वास्थ्य की नियमित जांच कर सकते हैं। (यहां लिंक करें)। यह आपकी जेब में एक दंत चिकित्सक होने जैसा है। उस की आवाज की तरह? इसका लाभ उठाएं!
मैं एक Dentist हूँ। और मुझे भी Dentists से डर लगता है!
वैज्ञानिक अनुसंधान साबित करते हैं कि आधी आबादी Dental Phobia की शिकार है। हमने यह भी चर्चा की कि क्या हमारा ये डर तर्कसंगत हैं या पूरी तरह से निराधार हैं। अगर आप आपने हमारा पुराना लेख पढ़ना भूल गए हैं तो आप इसे यहां पढ़ सकते हैं।
हमने यह भी सीखा कि दंत चिकित्सा के खराब अनुभव हमें दंत चिकित्सालयों में जाने से कैसे दूर रख सकते हैं। हमने यहां कई तरह के ऐसे अनुभवों पर चर्चा की, और यह जानना अच्छा लगेगा कि क्या आपने भी इनका सामना किया है! (खराब दंत अनुभव)
एक दिलचस्प प्रतिक्रिया हमें मिली थी कि कई लोगों ने सोचा था कि उनके दंत चिकित्सक उन्हें धोखा दे रहे हैं! देखिए उन्हें क्या कहना था
यह शायद ही आश्चर्य की बात है कि हम इतनी बुरी तरह से दंत चिकित्सक के पास जाने से बचते हैं।
लेकिन, मैं आपको एक ऐसी बात बता दूं जो कोई भी डेंटिस्ट आपको कभी नहीं बताएगा। मैं एक दन्त – विशेषज्ञ हूँ। और मुझे भी दंत चिकित्सकों के पास जाने से भी डर लगता है।
एक दंत चिकित्सक होने के नाते और एक रोगी होने के नाते दंत चिकित्सकों के दो अलग-अलग व्यक्तित्व हैं। रोगी होना आसान नहीं है। हालांकि हम दंत चिकित्सक हैं, फिर भी हम इंसान हैं। बेशक, बहुत दर्द और पीड़ा है जिससे कोई नहीं गुजरना चाहता।
आखिर: उपचार करना हम दंत चिकित्सकों के लिए कोई बड़ी बात नहीं है। लेकिन इन सब से गुजरना एक यात्रा का नर्क है। हम जानते हैं कि रोगी होना क्या है। डेंटल चेयर पर बैठना और दुखों से गुजरना कोई मजाक नहीं है। यह केवल आप ही नहीं, बल्कि हम भी दंत चिकित्सक के रूप में दंत चिकित्सा प्रक्रियाओं से डरते हैं। हम कभी नहीं कभी देश के लिए रवाना हो रहे हैं।
दंत चिकित्सक अक्सर किसी अन्य दंत चिकित्सक पर भरोसा करने से ज्यादा खुद पर भरोसा करते हैं। इसलिए हम अपना ख्याल रखने में विश्वास करते हैं। हम जानते हैं कि कुछ तरीके हैं जिनसे हम इससे बच सकते हैं!
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मुख्य विशेषताएं:
- दांतों का डर वास्तविक है और इसने लाखों लोगों को शिकार बनाया है।
- डेंटल फोबिया बिना किसी अपवाद के सभी को होता है। दंत चिकित्सक भी नहीं।
- हां! दंत चिकित्सक दंत चिकित्सा प्रक्रियाओं से डरते हैं। बस आप की तरह!
- लेकिन दंत चिकित्सक इससे छुटकारा पाने का अपना तरीका खोज लेते हैं। आप अपने आप को उस सारे दर्द और पीड़ा से भी बचा सकते हैं।
Teeth problems are not a new thing. People are struggling with dental issues since the ancient times. There are different treatments for different dental problems. One of the most common and popular treatments is root canal treatment. Even today the term root canal has created dental phobia in the minds of people. All people want to know is how do I never land up in a root canal situation? How do I prevent a root canal treatment? Let us understand the root cause and how to avoid root canal.
The bottom line While root canal is a painful and involved procedure, a regular dental check up may help detect it early and prevent the painful process. Regular teeth cleaning every 6 months and polishing every 3 months can save it all. It all starts with plaque. Acting on your plaque is the key to prevent the onset of tooth cavities and further avoid a root canal treatment. So you eliminate plaque to avoid root canals.
Highlights
- It all starts with plaque. Plaque is the root cause of tooth cavities.
- Eliminating plaque is the key to avoid root canals.
- Teeth cleaning is a procedure done by your dentist to remove all the plaque and bacteria from your mouth in the areas where the brush and floss cannot reach.
- Teeth cleaning and polishing every 6 months can prevent root canals.
You brush your teeth twice a day and floss regularly, but what about one of the other most important parts of your mouth? Your tongue is often overlooked when it comes to good oral hygiene. You must be wondering why bother about the looks of your tongue? And how can tongue scraping benefit to improve the appearance of your tongue?
They say the eyes are the windows to the soul, but when it comes to your health, a look inside your mouth can offer some pretty valuable insight too. That’s because your tongue can serve as an important indicator of issues with your overall well-being — including nutritional deficiencies and digestive problems — especially if it looks anything other than pink and healthy.
The tongue is a major part of your mouth and is covered with taste buds. The tongue is also the first point of contact between food and the mouth. Your tongue is actually very useful! It helps you taste, swallow, speak, and chew. It’s time to learn more about this organ and why tongue scraping should be an important part of your oral health routine.
Highlights
- Tongue scraping is as important as brushing your teeth to have good oral hygiene.
- Failing to clean your tongue can cause a thick white coat of bacteria to accumulate on the surface of the tongue.
- Whitecoat on the tongue can hamper the look of the tongue and make it look yellow, white to brown in colour.
- Tongue scraping benefits to improve the appearance of your tongue and make it look pink and healthy.
- Other benefits of scraping your tongue are improved taste sensation, improved digestion, and also a significant reduction in bad breath.
- Regular tongue scraping can avoid permanent stains on your tongue.
Health is important, and it's no surprise that our overall well-being affects our oral health as well. Smoking is one of the main causes of oral disease, which lead to bad breath and could be the reason for bad teeth. Everyone knows that smoking isn't good for you and your lungs, but because it's an addiction, people tend to overlook its other negative effects on the mouth.
It's not a secret that smoking is bad for your health. Everyone knows about cancer, heart disease, and–let's not forget–the smell. But smoking also affects your oral health to a great extent.
It's not easy to quit, but taking care of your oral health while you smoke can either delay the further consequences or reduce the chances of getting affected by its effects. Let us first understand what happens if you smoke, and what can you prevent if you take care of your teeth.
Effects of smoking on your teeth The side effects of smoking on your teeth and gums are important for you to know about because no one wants to have " smoker's teeth". No one will want a bad smile and watch their gums recede away. All one would want is to smoke without having to ruin their teeth, right? Let's look at what goes wrong with your teeth when you smoke.
The bottom line Smoking will not affect your teeth if you regularly get a 6 monthly teeth cleaning and polishing. This is because getting a professional teeth cleaning will work at the root level of eliminating stains and plaque on your teeth. So if you want to continue the habit you might as well get a teeth cleaning to protect your teeth and your smile.
Highlights
- Effects of smoking can ruin your teeth and your gums.
- One of the main reasons why smokers are more prone to dental problems is because of increased levels of plaque and bad bacteria in the mouth.
- Eliminating plaque will eliminate smoking related dental problems.
- Teeth cleaning is a procedure that aims to remove the stains and plaque from the tooth surfaces.
- This procedure can reverse the effects of smoking on your teeth and gums.
- If you cannot quit smoking , the least you can do is protect your oral health with regular teeth cleaning every 6 months to avoid dental problems.
- If believing in myths are holding you back from teeth cleaning then change your mind. Teeth cleaning is the way to go about it.
By now, you must have figured out which of these is your reason to fall prey to dental phobia. Read it here
Terrifying dental treatments like root canals, tooth removal, gum surgeries and implants do keep you awake at night just by the thought of it. That’s how you suffer from one.
But guess who else is a victim of dental phobia? Dentists can surely perform all these procedures with their skills. But if they’re to experience all of this, they’re horrified too!
Dentists exactly know when and what needs to be done, to not land up in a situation like yours. Let me give you an example. Won’t you do it all to prevent yourself from getting bald? Of course right?
Dentists do regularly keep a check and maintain their oral health. All it needs is some preventive measures to avoid all that pain and suffering. Your dentist does it too!
The bottom line Only if you did it like your dentist. You could save yourself from all the major surgical procedures. Go for preventive dental treatments and you won’t ever have to ask yourself why are dental treatments so scary.
Highlights
- You may not actually be scared of a dentist. You are actually scared of dental treatments that cause you pain and suffering.
- You can save yourself from all the pain and suffering by regularly getting the above mentioned treatments done by a dentist.
- These procedures are not at all painful. But yet help you avoid the complex dental treatments.
- Keep a regular check on your oral health To avoid frequent visits to dentist. Do this by downloading the DentalDost App and taking. a free dental scan at the comfort of your home.
By now we all have discovered what exactly scares us the most when we visit a dental clinic. If you haven’t you can dig out your deep-rooted dental fears here. (why are we scared to visit a dentist)
In our previous blog, we also spoke about how the burden of bad dental experiences impacts our decision to visit a dentist. The fear of treatments, bad dental experiences and cheating dentists makes us more hesitant to knock at the dentists door.
But are you the only one who faces this? Not at all. Dentists do fear the complex dental treatments that involve pain and suffering too. We did mention what a dentist goes through they were made to be a patient in our earlier blog. Read here. (i am a dentist and i am scared too )
But dentists do know the knack of avoiding all the suffering. The knack of avoiding all dental problems in the first place. Dentists do know what it takes to avoid all the trouble. Only if you did it like your dentist, you could save yourself from all the mess.
Do it like your dentist does.
Dentists fear dentists too! We’re in this together. If your dentist can do it, you can do it too.! All it takes is 5 minutes of dental care routine in the morning as well as in the night. This way you would never have to visit your dentist for anything, but preventive dental treatments which are not painful at all. All you need to do is follow your dentist’s footsteps.
We know why visiting a dentist seems such a big deal to you. We already discussed how dental phobia has affected almost half of our population as if it was a silent pandemic. Read it here
Dental phobia is such that even a very courageous person will think ten times before visiting a dental clinic. We, dentists, do know you are scared to get your dental treatments done. Simply because the fear of dental treatments and the pain and suffering that comes along with it. Or the fear of getting cheated by your dentist.
Some bad dental experiences do hold us back from trusting dentists again. Don’t they?
For all those dental concerns that bother, you don’t have to suffer alone. DentalDost has you covered. You literally carry a virtual dentist in your pocket 24×7. All you need is the DentalDost App.
If your smile has been bothering you, you may have a space between two of your front teeth! You may have noticed it when you were a child, but haven’t thought about it for a long time. But now that you are looking into getting braces, the diastema (midline diastema) is back on your mind.
Here’s what you need to know about this common orthodontic condition:
- A diastema is a space(gap) between two teeth.\
- The most common type of diastema is called a midline diastema, which is when the space is between the two front teeth.
- It is often a result of genetics but can be caused by orthodontic habits in childhood or accidents.
- It can affect both children and adults, but not every adult has had this gap since childhood.
- It is more common in females than in males.
- If you have midline diastema, you are in good company! Madonna and Jeffree Star are among the many celebrities with this gap in their teeth.
- If you have a severe case of midline diastema and it causes problems with your bite, you may need surgery to correct it.
- In most cases, however, cosmetic dentistry such as veneers or bonding will suffice to close the gap.
- You can also wear braces to correct any misalignment that might cause your teeth to overlap the way they do now if that is what is causing your diastema to begin with (though most people with midline diastema just have genetic gaps).
- If you want to avoid having any unnecessary dental work done, you can use toothpaste for sensitive teeth, which will clean your teeth without making them too sensitive