Missing Teeth Tips

An insight of wisdom tooth.

What is periodontal disease?

Periodontal disease is a highly common infection of the periodontal tissues (gums and bone) that are responsible for supporting the teeth. These infections are caused by bacteria that grow on the teeth near the gum line due to poor brushing and flossing practices. Periodontal disease is known as gingivitis during its earliest stages, which is typically characterized by a sore, swollen gums that may bleed easily. Allowed to progress, an advanced periodontal d...more

No one likes going to a dentist. The fear of a toothache is something that nightmares are made of...let alone the treatment. Because of this, a lot of people end up in the dentist's chair only when the pain is unbearable and it is too late to save the tooth. Just like we have a routine health check up for the rest of our body, our teeth too need to be looked at by a dentist at regular intervals to spot that cavity right when it starts. A regular visit can also allow a quick clean up to keep your...more

Does scaling help us?
Let us first understand what is scaling of teeth:
Teeth scaling is a routine dental procedure with which plaque and tartar deposits that form on teeth are cleaned or scraped away. While plaque is a soft, sticky film that develops on teeth containing millions of bacteria which cause tooth decay and gum diseases, tartar is a hardened form of plaque that develops if the plaque is not removed on time.
If you have healthy gums, tissue will fit tightly around the toot...more

Wisdom teeth are known to be the final molars to grow out and complete the set of permanent teeth. They generally start to erupt during the late teens or the beginning of the twenties.

In case of some people there is a possibility that the wisdom teeth never erupt, while others may even grow four and more wisdom teeth.

Do all wisdom teeth create dental problems?
No. If a wisdom tooth has completely erupted through the gum and tissue, without actually harming the teeth nex...more

हमारे शरीर में दांतों के महत्त्व से कौन इनकार कर सकता है. जब बात दांतों की है इसे धारण करने वाले मसूड़ों को अनदेखा नहीं कर सकते हैं. मसूड़ों में में आने वाली समस्याओं का प्रत्यक्ष प्रभाव दांतों पर पड़ता है. इसलिए जब भी सूजन हो, उनमें कमजोरी आए, ब्रश करने के बाद खून आए, दांत हिलने लगें और मुंह से लगातार दुर्गंध आए, तो ये सभी मसूड़ों की समस्या के लक्षण हैं. जब ये लक्षण नजर आएं तो तुरंत इसका उपचार शुरू कर देना चाहिए क्योंकि इससे शुरुआती चरण में छुटकारा पाना आसान है. लेकिन समस्या के बढ़ जाने पर बहुत मु...more

Osteoporosis is an age related condition characterized by low bone density and fragile bones. Lack of calcium and vitamin D are the most common triggers of this condition. These are vital elements for healthy teeth as well. Osteoporosis has a direct relationship with oral health and can trigger a number of issues such as loss of teeth and gum and periodontal disease. The effects of osteoporosis on oral health are seen more in women than in men.

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अक्सर देखा जाता है कि कई लोगों के मसूड़ों में सूजन आ जाता है. लेकिन इस बीमारी की शुरुआत को जिंजिवाइटिस के नाम से जाना जाता है. जिंजिवाइटिस के दौरान मसूड़ों में सूजन आ जाती है और उनसे खून बहने लगता है. यहाँ तक कि ये खून ब्रश या फ्लॉस करते समय कभी-कभी अपने-आप ही निकल पड़ता है. इकई बार ऐसा भी होता है कि मसूड़ों पर चोट लगने या अधिक गर्म पदार्थ व सख्त चीज़ें खाने से मसूड़ों पर पड़ने वाले दबाव के कारण भी मसूड़ों में सूजन उत्पन्न हो जाती है. इससे आपके मसूड़े ढीले-ढाले पड़ जातें हैं जिससे दांतों का काफी नुकसान हो...more

The mouth is the first organ that takes the brunt of smoking. The teeth, lips, cheeks, tongue are all affected by smoking. While most are worried about the discoloration of the teeth and lips, the damage is actually quite deep rooted literally and figuratively. The harmful effects of smoking reach the roots and eventually lead to tooth loss.


Let us look at some ways how smoking affects the teeth.


1. The black stains that are the tell-tale signs of a smoker are a major...more

We all desire and do many things to get a bright, white smile. So, how about adding a small tinkle that would flash every time you smile? Teeth jewelry is gaining popularity and includes placing diamonds or gems on the teeth. The idea of flashing a red ruby or a blue sapphire only adds to the joy that is revealed through the smile.
Tooth gems are colorful crystal glasses mounted on a thin aluminum foil which can be used on the teeth. Unlike body tattoos and piercings, there is no invasive pr...more