Dr. Bonny Jose Tom

Saving a fallen tooth can be useful. Try to keep it in place while you seek immediate medical attention. If that is not the case, try wrapping the tooth in a piece of plastic or soaking it into milk and call for immediate dental service.

Brushing will damage tooth only if you brush with excess pressure and if you do wrong brushing technique. Brushing should be done only for required time. You can visit a dentist who can guide you and help you. Its like we should brush after having food, but practically I suggest you to brush early morning and night before you go to bed. Normal brushing will never damage tooth, certain tooth pastes or powders having more abrasives or whitening tooth powders or paste can damage tooth.

There are several ways to replace missing tooth 1.Implants are a good option if you have lost a tooth or teeth to an injury, periodontal disease, or other reasons. A dental implant is a titanium post (acting as a tooth root) that supports a crown. It is surgically inserted into the jawbone where it will then fuse (or osseointegrate) into the jawbone to ensure that it is anchored in position. After the osseointegration process is finished (usually 3-6 months), an abutment is attached to the post frame. It protrudes above the gum line to provide the area where the dental crown is cemented or screwed into. 2.Dental bridges are used to bridge the gap between one or more missing teeth. The bridge is supported by the natural teeth or implants on either side. It is made up of two or more crowns for the teeth on each part of the gap.

Yes it is due to chewing tobacco please get a detail history with the dentist who will do a thorough check up and proper follow-up and biopsy if required. Till that time I suggest you to discontinue your habit .

It can be stopped by Homoeopathic treatment. But to prescribe a good suitable Medicine you need to give more details. Till then you may try taking homoeopathic China off 30 TDs.

Munching foods like apples, pears, carrots or celery after brushing can help in preventing discoloration as they trigger tooth-bathing saliva which helps in keeping the teeth whiter.

We need more investigations (model study, full mouth & profile x-ray) & clinical examination to decide upon treatment. You may need fixed / removable braces. Requirements may depends on the age, complaint, duration of the treatment & affordability. Cost of cosmetic dentistry (braces) varies with dentist. Dental tips: - visit a dentist every six months for cleaning and a thorough dental check-up. Limit sugary food to avoid tooth decay. Gargle your mouth thoroughly after every meal. Scrub gently to clean your tongue with a tongue cleaner. Floss all your teeth inter dentally & brush twice daily, morning & night, up & down short vertical strokes, with ultra-soft bristles, indicator brush. Tooth brush to be changed every 2 months.

Citrus fruits like lemon help in whitening the teeth.

Hi lybrate-user, Cosmetic treatment like veneers are a faster method for correcting crowded as well as discolored teeth. As to the monetary issue there are a few options as to the cost of treatment as well. Take care n keep smiling.

it is better to go for implant supported denture so that it gives more support and and reliability to u r mother so go for it