Using Fluoride to Prevent Dental Decay
Facts: It is known that 60-90 percent of kids suffer from dental decay. Fluoride is a critical component in toothpaste and other dental hygiene products. It is a form of salt that occurs naturally in the soil, water, plants, and some foods. The salt is often synthesized before using it in dental care products. Fluoride […]
Understanding Periodontitis: Causes and Treatment
Fact: The incidence of Periodontitis increases with age. Periodontitis is a common periodontal disease that results from untreated gingivitis. Gum disease is prevalent among individuals of all ages. Periodontitis occurs when this disease has already spread from the gums to other tissues in the mouth. Periodontitis is one of the most popular causes of teeth […]
The Use of Sedation in Dentistry
Facts: More than 70 percent of patients prefer the use of sedation even for small procedures. Sedation dentistry is a technique used to keep patients calm during dental procedures using sedatives. The most common sedatives used in the procedure are tranquilizers, anxiety medicines, and nitrous oxide. Initially, sedatives would only be administered through intravenous methods. […]
The Use of Bone Grafts in Dental Treatment
After dental extractions or losing teeth via an accident or any other way, the jaw loses its dental structure. This is because your jaw retains its integrity due to the root of the tooth. Normally, the jaw bone grows around this tooth root and makes it maintain its integrity. When the jaw doesn’t have the […]
Teeth Extraction Recovery Tips
Facts: The way you handle the affected area will determine how fast you recover after teeth extraction. A dental extraction is like any other surgical process that you will go through – you have a pre and post-surgical phase that you need to work with. We have seen the pre-treatment phase, and now e want […]
Teeth Extraction during Pregnancy
Fact: It is very possible to have successful dental extractions during pregnancy, but you have to do it with an expert. Teeth are the most neglected part of the body. We usually focus on other things and forget that we have teeth to look after. However, we forget that teeth are the most vulnerable areas […]
Smile Upgrade Using Porcelain Veneers
Fact: Veneers can be fitted in just one session! Do you know that you can achieve the smile of your dreams easily using porcelain veneers? Veneers are wafer-thin devices that are bonded to the teeth, improving the cosmetic appearance. When it comes to improving your smile, you have the option of teeth whitening and using […]
Reasons Why Porcelain Veneers Fail
Fact: You don’t need to fit the porcelain veneers in every tooth; you can decide to fit them on one tooth or all of them. Either way, the process takes a very short time. We have seen a lot of cracked or chipped porcelain veneers, and we realized that we need to discuss the importance […]
Why Do You Need Tooth Extraction?
Facts: Dental extraction is safe, but it all depends on the dentist performing the procedure. Tooth extraction is the removal of teeth from its bone due to a variety of dental problems. While extraction has been seen as a routine procedure, to many people it is complicated, and it might cause dental phobia. This is […]
Reasons for Jawbone Deterioration
Facts: Bone grafting helps the body regenerate itself, which makes it a perfect way to increase bone density. If you lose teeth and don’t replace them for a long time, you will experience jawbone deterioration. If you plan to get implants, then this deterioration might require bone grafting. Various reasons can cause loss of bone […]