August 2016 Blog Posts (24)

Awkward moments! Yes, those moments that make us think of hiding inside a shell and never coming out again, ever. Apart from awkward social situations, people also face awkward dental moments that makes them feel embarrassed in front of people. But, you need not worry about it anymore, we are here to help you.

Here are top 5 awkward dental moments along with tips to handle them:

1. SOMETHING GETS STUCK IN TEETH

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Temporary Anchorage Devices (TADs) comprise of an immovable object that may be used to pull, push, lift, or intrude teeth that need to be straightened. They offer a simple, inconspicuous solution to replace previous unwieldy dental solutions, such as headgear. TADs are also known as mini-implants, mini-screws, and micro-implants, and are between 6 and 10mm long, which is roughly the size of a small wood screw. When a TAD is in place, it resembles an earring resting on the…

Everyone is encouraged to participate by spreading the word about the positive effects daily brushing and flossing, regular dental visits, eating a healthy diet and avoiding tobacco products. This year’s campaign highlights “grandfamilies” or kinship care to address the oral health issues that impact young and older generations.Our mission is to change lives by connecting communities with resources to drive access to care, increase health literacy, and advocate for policies that improve…

Periodontal or Gum disease is a chronic inflammatory disease that destroys gum tissues and bones that support the teeth. The chief cause of this disease is accumulation of bacteria in the form of a sticky, colorless plaque that constantly builds up on the teeth and requires regular professional cleanings and dental visits.

Signs and Symptoms of Gum…

If you have been told you have periodontal (gum) disease, you’re not alone. Many adults in the U.S. currently have some form of the disease. Periodontal diseases range from simple gum inflammation to serious disease that results in major damage to the soft tissue and bone that support the teeth. In the worst cases, teeth are lost. Learn…

TMJ disorder can be extremely painful if left untreated. Hormonal imbalances, traumatic injuries to the face and neck, and continually clenching the teeth are all predominant causes of TMJ. If a person has been diagnosed with TMJ disorder, the first thing they should is…

Online reviews can either help or hurt your practice. Research that was conducted by BrightLocal suggested that 72% of potential patients trust the opinions on online reviews. A whopping 52% also claimed that they are likely to buy a product at a local business if the online reviews are positive. It is evident that online reviews can affect the performance of a business. Practices should learn to handle and manage negative reviews.  Following are some of the ways that are most…

Are your teeth little shorter than you like? This is a very common problem that can make your smile appear ‘gummy.’ In many cases people have normal teeth length but they are covered with too much of the gum tissue that teeth look shorter than normal. This can hide the natural shapes of the part of tooth normally exposed (crown) and correcting it is a matter of repositioning the gum line.

It can be done by cutting away the extra gum tissue carefully (recontouring the gum line) to make…

Tongue scraping removes the nightly accumulations of toxins which inevitably coat the morning tongue. Don’t brush them off as they will only be pushed into the top layer of the tongue. Tongue scraping should be performed before brushing the teeth.…

Numerous people are suffering from gum disease of varying severity. Without proper gum treatment, you could suffer from bleeding and bad breath at the initial stages and then this disease can eventually progress to the pockets of bacterial infection. The disease then may invade itself into the tissues of the gums, which will damage soft tissues and bones to the extent where dentists have no other choice but to employ extreme solutions. But it is possible to halt the decay by starting the…

Your smile is one of the first things people notice, but many people are too self-conscious of their imperfect teeth to show a sincere smile. If you want to improve your smile, you have several options. Some of the procedures not only give you the confidence to smile, they improve the overall health of your teeth too. Read more here …

Veterans should take a day out from their busy schedule on Veteran’s Day, and in addition to reflecting on their service, they should think about their dental health. Veterans may not have made it a top concern while serving, but it’s a topic that cannot be ignored by anyone.…

Orthodontics is a branch of dentistry specializing in the treatment of patients with inappropriate positioning of teeth when the mouth is closed (malocclusion), resulting in an improper bite. The healthcare experts specializing in orthodontics are recognized as orthodontists.

This treatment is used to correct the appearance, function and position of abnormally arranged teeth. Teeth can be straightened and moved into a…

Many people avoid going to the dentist because they fear what they will find out and, worse yet, how much it will hurt if something needs to be done. Because of their fear, they often wait too long to take care of their dental problems. This leads to more extensive procedures. Dentists now have tools that can help their patients face their fears. The…

Bad breath is a critical health condition that affects approximately 25% of people around the world. It causes by the wide range of factors such as dry mouth, poor dental hygiene, illness and disease etc. Improve your daily oral health habits to prevent bad…

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The Christmas and New Year period can be a tricky time to fit in visits to the dentist or doctor, but if you have a persistent problem that has been hanging around for two weeks or more, such as a cough, ulcer, pain, or change in appearance of any part of your mouth or throat do get it checked out quickly. Book an appointment now if you are worried about any of the above and for that unexpected emergency there will always be a professional available in your area, just make sure you are…

People having large cavities are generally recommended to get dental crowns by dentists to restore their tooth. Crown covers the whole tooth and prevents further damage to the tooth structure. Some people consider this treatment to improve the aesthetic appeal of their mouth, while others choose it to restore their tooth.

The crowns are made from different kinds of materials. It can be made from stainless steel, all metal (gold or another alloy), all ceramic, all resin,…

Dentists are the special doctors which care for our dental problems. Any dentist is the teeth specialist doctor. Teeth are very important part of the body. These are also very strong but due to the regular use and lack of care, teeth also can have the problems. The dentist provides the best treatment for all types of problems in our teeth. Our teeth can have many…

When you have a toothache and need fast and effective relief until you can get to the dentist, there are a few home remedies you can try. Although no home remedy will fix the problem, it may be able to control the pain until you can get in to your dentist to have things…