Tongue Tips

Taking a large no. Of medications often leads to a dry mouth. Increase your fluid intake or ask your dentist about an artificial saliva product or chew sugarless gum after a meal to keep your mouth moist.

Don't delay in getting those black spots checked by your dentist, as they could be a cavity/decay in the tooth.

Everybody Loves Cheese
And it really benefits your teeth.
Cheese reduces the acidic level of the oral cavity and reduces the chances of cavity formation.

The tube that carries food to your stomach from your throat is called the oesophagus. When the muscular valve (lower oesophagus sphincter) in the oesophagus fails to relax and carry the food to the stomach, the condition is termed as achalasia.

Achalasia has a variety of causes, and can be difficult for your doctor to diagnose the exact cause. Some common causes of achalasia include:

1. Hereditary predispositions
2. Autoimmune disorders (The immune system erroneously destro...more

Decay (or softening of enamel) happens over time and the result is a cavity a defect left in the tooth. Teeth are covered with a hard, protective top layer called enamel. But once the enamel is weakened by acids produced by bacteria, a pit or cavity is formed in or on the tooth surface.
Some forms of tooth decay can be treated by maintaining good oral care habits and regular trips to the dental clinic. The first stages are painless, so you won't know you have early tooth decay. That's where ...more

Hormonal changes in women increase sensitivity and may also lead to the occurrence of gingivitis.

Tooth decay is one of the most common diseases affecting the oral cavity. Dental cavities is a highly prevalent condition, especially among children. In most cases, improper hygiene leads to deposition of food on the tooth. This in turn is acted upon by harmful bacteria, thus releasing acid that dissolves the tooth structure. In most cases, the decay starts on the outside of the tooth and gradually reaches the inner layers.

Gum diseases and bad breath

One would think that if yo...more

Blackish discoloration of tooth might be a cavity. Ignoring it will lead to tooth nerve involvement which causes tooth pain.

Avoid sticky sweets, such as toffees, chocolates and pastries. These types of foods stick to your teeth and cause tooth cavities.

Avoid sticky sweets, such as toffees, chocolates and pastries. These types of foods stick to your teeth and cause tooth cavities.