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Preventive Care

DOES CLEANING OF TEETH MAKE THEM LOOSE?
Teeth will not become loose because of the cleaning procedure. The teeth are held firmly in place due to the gums and the bone around them. The tartar (food debris and bacteria) gathered around the teeth causes infection of the gums and bone. This infection leads to receding of bone and gum levels and thus creates gaps between teeth (Pyorrhoea). This tartar, if not removed periodically (once in every 6 months) can cause loosening of teeth. The cleaning procedure will help remove tartar and stop the gum and bone from receding. This will increase the life and integrity of the teeth and gums.
HOW FREQUENTLY SHOULD I GET MY TEETH CLEANED?
It depends on each dental patient’s particular oral needs as every patient is different. Some patients are simply more prone to having dental issues, making it necessary for them to see a dental professional more often. Other patients will experience hardly any dental issues at all, which means it is likely that they will need to have their teeth cleaned on a less frequent basis.
General guidelines state that patients should make an appointment for a professional dental cleaning every six months. While this is ideal for most people, some will need to come in every three months and others will only need to come in every nine or 12 months.
WHAT CAUSES BAD BREATH?
Bad breath or halitosis is a common oral health problem which could be prevalent not only due to dental problems but also some systemic diseases like respiratory problems, diabetes, stomach upsets etc.
Babreath can arise due to negligence of oral hygiene, pyorrhoea in gums, food lodgement in decayed teeth and unclean tongue. You could be either suggested the use of a mouthwash, taught proper brushing/flossing techniques and treated for dental decay or gum problems.
WHAT IS THE BEST ADVICE FOR GROWTH?
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Family Dentistry

WHEN WILL MY CHILD GET THEIR FIRST TOOTH?

The first tooth usually appears around 6 months old. The first tooth to appear is always the lower front teeth (the lower central incisors). Most children will usually have all of their baby teeth by age 3.

There is a wide range of variability of when a first tooth may appear. Some babies may not have any teeth by their first birthday!

Around 3 months of age, babies will begin exploring the world with their mouth and have increased saliva and start to put their hands in their mouth. Many parents question whether or not this means that their baby is teething.

Children start being cranky when teething, since they may experience the signs like drooling, irritability, restlessness, and loss of appetite. Fever, illness, and diarrhoea are also some symptoms of teething but, if your child presents with these signs later, they need to be evaluated by some child specialist doctor. The best solution to comfort the child is to have the child chew on a cold or frozen rubber teething ring. Topical anaesthetics/gels are not advisable.
MY CHILD’S BABY TEETH HAVE CAVITIES. SHOULD THEY BE FILLED?

Yes, it is necessary to get your babies teeth filled.

Children need their teeth to chew, speak, and smile till they grow in adults and have their permanent teeth. Baby teeth hold the space for permanent teeth. If your child loses a baby tooth too early, the adjacent teeth are more likely to tilt or drift into the empty space and create limited space in the jaw for the permanent tooth to erupt. If left untreated, the permanent tooth can come in crowded or be blocked from erupting.

Decayed baby teeth can cause pain, infection and problems with eating, sleeping and going to school. Some baby teeth stay in the mouth until children are 12 or 13, which is too long to be suffering with toothache and soreness.
WHAT IS THE RIGHT AGE FOR BRACES TREATMENT?
While preferable age for braces is teenage, people of any age can avail this treatment. The treatment time may however be longer for adult patients as the bone is denser in them. Having said that, with newer treatment options like invisible, ceramic braces, aesthetics and time of treatment are also not a problem.
IS IT SAFE TO VISIT A DENTIST DURING PREGNANCY?

The second trimester is the safest trimester for any dental treatment.

Since hormonal changes are rampant in pregnancy, teeth and gum cleaning by the dentist is necessary as and when required.

The mouth is a major gateway to the blood vessels and digestive system. Your oral health can be a good indicator of your overall health. Hormone changes and certain medications can increase the risk of periodontal disease and dry mouth.

Teeth Filling

WHAT IS A ROOT CANAL?

Inside your tooth, beneath the white enamel and a hard layer called dentin, is a soft tissue called pulp. This tissue contains blood vessels, nerves and connective tissue, which help grow the root of your tooth during its development. Whenever a tooth decay/cavity reaches and infects the pulp of the tooth, the only way to salvage the tooth is removal of this infected pulp along with its nerve and blood vessels. This procedure is called root canal treatment (RCT). Here the tooth is remains intact in your mouth and functions normally after the procedure. With technology backing dentistry a RCT is a very routine and painless procedure like a filling.


It is usually completed in one or two appointments, depending on the condition of your tooth and your personal circumstances. Getting a root canal is relatively painless and extremely effective. You’ll be back to smiling, biting and chewing with ease in no time.

Saving the natural tooth with root canal treatment has many advantages:


  1. Efficient Chewing
  2. Normal Biting Force and Sensation
  3. Natural Appearance
  4. Protects other Teeth from Excessive Wear or Strain
WHAT IS DENTAL FILLING?

A filling is a way to restore a tooth damaged by decay back to its normal function and shape. When a dentist gives you a filling, he or she first removes the decayed/black deep cavities, cleans this affected area, and then fills the cleaned-out portion of the tooth with a filling material which is biocompatible.


By closing off spaces where bacteria can enter, a filling also helps prevent further decay. Materials used for fillings include gold, porcelain, a composite resin (tooth-coloured fillings), and an amalgam (an alloy of mercury, silver, copper, tin and sometimes zinc).
WHAT IS THE RIGHT AGE FOR BRACES TREATMENT?
While preferable age for braces is teenage, people of any age can avail this treatment. The treatment time may however be longer for adult patients as the bone is denser in them. Having said that, with newer treatment options like invisible, ceramic braces, aesthetics and time of treatment are also not a problem.
IS IT SAFE TO VISIT A DENTIST DURING PREGNANCY?

The second trimester is the safest trimester for any dental treatment.

Since hormonal changes are rampant in pregnancy, teeth and gum cleaning by the dentist is necessary as and when required.

The mouth is a major gateway to the blood vessels and digestive system. Your oral health can be a good indicator of your overall health. Hormone changes and certain medications can increase the risk of periodontal disease and dry mouth.

Dental Implant

WHICH TEETH IMPLANT IS BEST?
Titanium is the best dental implant materials because it is biocompatible. This means it is right and closely matched the human body. It can also fuse with the human bone. The two pieces system allows for a customizable implant that solves low bone deficiencies.
IS TOOTH IMPLANT PAINFUL?
How painful is the implant surgery? Dental implant surgery involves trauma to both the gums and the jaw. The surgery itself should not involve any pain since the mouth will be numbed. As the numbness wears off, though, patients will often feel some level of pain.
ARE BRIDGES BETTER THAN IMPLANTS?
Some people have a tough time eradicating gum disease, and for those people, a dental bridge is a better option than an implant. Since dental bridges are not implanted into gum tissue, they are less likely to be affected by gum disease. About 20 percent of all dental implants placed in people who smoke cigarettes fail.
WHAT ARE THE TYPE OF IMPLANTS?
Here are the four main types of dental implants that dentists choose to offer patients:
  • Two-Stage Dental Implants
  • Endosteal/Endosseous Dental Implants
  • Single-Stage Dental Implants
  • Subperiosteal Dental Implants
HOW LONG DO IMPLANTS LAST?
The average saline or silicone implants may last anywhere from 10 to 20 years. However, many are removed sooner due to complications or cosmetic concerns. Up to 20 percent of people have their implants removed or replaced within 8 to 10 years.

Gum Treatment

WHAT IS A PARIDONTIST?
A periodontist is a gum specialist. They help prevent, diagnose and treat gum disease. They also place dental implants. Here’s a thorough breakdown of what a periodontist does.
WHAT CAUSES GUM DISEASE?
Causes include smoking, vaping, and poor dental hygiene. There are also risk factors you might not be able to control, such as genetics, age and underlying diseases like diabetes or heart disease.
WHAT ARE THE DANGERS OF GUM DISEASE?
Periodontitis can cause tooth loss, serious infections, and affect your overall health. In rare cases, the infection can spread. There are also indications that dental infections can cause heart problems or exacerbate the symptoms of diabetes and potentially cancer. It’s important to have your gum disease treated promptly by a periodontist.
WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF PERIODONTITIS?
As gum disease progresses, it can turn to periodontitis. Symptoms are more severe than those found with gingivitis. Pockets will get larger and you might notice pus seeping out between your gums and your teeth. Your teeth might get loose. You might get sores in your mouth or struggle with a foul taste or smell coming from your mouth.
WHAT ARE THE SYMTOMS OF GINGIVITIS?
Gingivitis, or early gum disease, often produces symptoms such as red, tender gums and bleeding while flossing. You also might notice bleeding while eating hard or crunchy foods. Your dental hygienist might tell you that you have some pockets in your gums where they attach to your teeth.

Orthodontics Treatment

ARE BRACES PAINFUL?
Mild pain or discomfort is a normal side effect of wearing braces. But you should only feel the discomfort immediately after your orthodontist places or adjusts your braces or wires. The discomfort typically disappears within four days, and braces pain rarely lasts longer than a week.
WHAT IS THE AGE LIMIT OF BRACES?
There is no age limit for getting braces. While childhood is a good time to make changes to your mouth and jaw, more adults than ever are undergoing orthodontic treatment to correct orthodontic issues such as crooked or missing teeth and create a beautiful smile.
DO BRACES HURT?
Braces do not often hurt, though you may feel a small amount of discomfort for a couple days as your teeth, gums, cheeks, and mouth get used to your new braces.
HOW LONG WILL TREATMENT TAKE?
It’s different for each person, but generally the active stage of treatment (that is, wearing braces or other appliances) may take from 6-30 months. After that, a retainer is worn.
WHAT IS ORTHODONTICS?
Orthodontics is one of many dental health specializations. As a field, it focuses on the proper alignment of a patient’s teeth and jaws. This specialized form of dentistry encompasses the appropriate diagnosis, prevention, and timely treatment of dental and orofacial growth abnormalities. In short, it’s the field that focuses on ensuring proper teeth development and alignment.

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