Straightening Teeth (Conventional Braces) Tips

Dental health might come across as a rather innocuous problem, but there is no reason for us to take it lightly. Dental health often functions as the index to an overall good health and it is extremely crucial for one and all to maintain the utmost hygiene level. Your teeth are arguably one of the most susceptible parts of your body wherein the slightest neglect can result in substantial damage.

Dental ailment pans across a variety of diseases which unless immediately arrested, can pot...more

Periodontitis is a serious gum infection that damages the soft tissue and destroys the bone that supports the teeth. Periodontitis can cause teeth to loosen or lead to tooth loss.
Periodontitis is common but largely preventable. It's usually the result of poor oral hygiene. Brushing at least twice a day, flossing daily and getting regular dental checkups can greatly improve your chances of successful treatment for periodontitis and can also reduce your chance of developing it.
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Maintaining good oral hygiene is the key for enhanced gum and dental health. Tooth erosion is characterised by decay of the outer and inner parts of the teeth. It occurs when certain sugar containing foods such as milk, candy and cakes leave behind residual quantities, thus causing small food particles to get stuck to and remain in the teeth. These are then digested by the bacteria in the mouth and converted to acids. The acids in combination with saliva form a layer called plaque causes tooth e...more

They are tough, clear plastic 'aligners' (moulds) that are used to straighten teeth. Several sets of specially moulded, slightly different aligners are made for each patient. Each set is worn for two weeks before being replaced with the next one. They are made from clear plastic, so they are nearly invisible.

Once the treatment is finished the teeth need to be held in position for a time. This is called the retention' period, and the appliances that hold the teeth in place are called re...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

Traditional or metal braces:

They are stainless steel and have metal brackets that are attached to each tooth.
Ceramic braces: they work same as traditional braces but are made from a clear transperant ceramic material. The braces less visible to others.
Lingual braces: this types are attached to the inner surface of your teeth and is not visible from the outside. And more esthetic

Clear and removable aligners:

This involve a range of clear plastic aligners ...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

Clove is a commonly known spice, which is native to the Asian cuisine. They are dried flower buds of a tree from the family of Myrtaceae. These buds are known to be harvested originally in Maluku Islands in Indonesia. The cloves are aromatic and is known to lend a sweet and earthy flavor to food. Historically, cloves have been used both for culinary and medicinal uses. As a culinary spice, clove is used in meat dishes, curries, drinks and marinades. It is widely used in Indian, Chinese, African ...more

जब भी दातों की बात की जाती है तो मोती जैसे सफेद दांत की बात होती है। दांतों का रंग अगर पीला या ऑफ व्हाइट होने लगे तो ये पूर व्यक्तित्व को प्रभावित करता है। वैसे तो दांत अनिवार्य रूप से उम्र के साथ पीले होने लगते हैं, लेकिन कई रणनीतियाँ प्रक्रिया को धीमा कर सकती हैं और इसे उलट भी सकती हैं।

ऐसे कई प्राकृतिक उपचार भी मौजूद हैं जो दाग हटाने और दांतों के इनेमल की रक्षा करने में और उन्हें फिर से मोती जैसे सफेद बनने में मदद कर सकते हैं। इस लेख में यह ऐसी ही प्राकृतिक और घरेलू नुस्खों पर बात क...more

We all think brushing is the best favour we could do to our teeth and mouth, right? No! Incorrectly done, brushing can do more damage than good. It is always advisable to check with your dentist if you are brushing the right way. In fact, a lot of periodontal diseases and issues like abrasion are due to improper brushing techniques.

Let us look at some common issues related to brushing both good and bad.

Tooth brush: Pick the right one. Firstly, the length, you should be able t...more