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CHILDREN'S DENTAL CARE

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It is no secret that children are especially prone to tooth decay and other oral health problems. To help keep your child's dental health in check, here are a few tips to follow: Brush Your Child's Teeth 2 Times a Day: The American Dental Association recommends that you brush your child's teeth twice a day with a soft-bristled toothbrush and a pea-sized amount of fluoride toothpaste. Start by cleaning the outer surfaces of the teeth and work your way toward the gum line. You should also floss your child's teeth every day to get rid of any food particles that may be stuck between the teeth. Take Your Child to the dentist: Taking your child to the dentist at an early age can help prevent a number of dental problems in the future. The dentist will perform a thorough exam and check for any signs of tooth decay or gum disease. They will also clean your child's teeth and give them tips on how to maintain a healthy smile.  Avoid Giving Your Child Sweets Before Bedtime: S...

Dental Caries and It's Treatment

Dental caries is a problem that affects the teeth and can be caused by several factors, including acidity, diet and lifestyle. The condition is characterized by the presence of dental cavities or lesions caused by acid attacks on the teeth. They are typically small in size but can affect the entire surface of the tooth if they are left untreated. It is often accompanied by severe pain and discomfort in the mouth. When this condition is diagnosed early, it can be easily treated to restore the health of the teeth and prevent further complications. Let's take a look at some of the common causes of dental caries and its treatment methods. Prevention is the key to preventing tooth decay, especially in its early stages. It is important to practice good oral hygiene to keep the teeth and gums healthy. This includes regular brushing and flossing, as well as visits to the dentist for regular check-ups and cleanings. The following tips can also help to reduce the risk of tooth decay: Eat a w...

Why do baby teeth count? They fall out anyway, right?

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We, as dental professionals hear this question on a diurnal base The answer to this is simple – Primary teeth are important for a number of reasons. The development of your child’s primary teeth will have a direct impact on their oral health thereby making it pivotal that you cover your child’s dental health and educate him or her proper oral hygiene habits from the veritably morning. Then are the major reasons why these teeth should be taken care of just as we take care of our endless( adult) teeth. Guiding Force – Most importantly they act as a frame in guiding the movement of the endless teeth. Primary teeth hold the place in the mouth for the proper eruption of the endless teeth, so that when your child’s grown-up teeth begin plying pressure through the goo line there's formerly a place made available for them, hence, reducing the chances of crowding or lapping teeth and indecorous eruption meaning; if the baby tooth is lost beforehand due to tooth decay or any other reason, t...

Can Root Canal treatment be painless?

Generally, when patient hears the word root canal it makes them anxious. It’s a prevalent thought of individuals that a root canal means “pain” and there are some misconceptions about dental procedures. But that was the old dentistry today with advanced technology, dentistry has changed in some ways . Today we aren't only eliminating the pain but also making it too strong to serve you in the future. Especially with treatment like passage instead of extraction. Root canal treatment is not at all painful procedure as it is performed under local anesthesia. Post-operative severe pain is additionally very less common. Feeling some discomfort and soreness within the root canal treated tooth for some days is normal. The goal of this treatment is to eliminate the infected nerve and tissues to alleviate pain. In some rare cases, there are chances that a patient feels severe pain sort of a tooth is fractured, the tooth is totally nonvital due to which there is the formation of pus. But you...

Oral health care during Diwali

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Dr.punit mulchandani explains the significance of giving special attention to your teeth during the jubilee, while participating tips to maintain a healthy smile Deepawali, or Diwali, the jubilee of lights is around the corner. The jubilee is full of fests with family and musketeers, there's horselaugh, there are crackers and the most tempting part of Deepawali are sweets. Mithais are packed with beautiful wrapping papers, where chocolates have lately come one of the favourite gifts to change. kinds of sweets foods are prepared during this jubilee which could incorporate sticky sweets, sweets containing artificial colours and fried foods. Afterall, Deepawali is the time for savouring these luscious delectables but, at the same time, it shouldn't pose damage to our healthy grins. What actually happens Whenever we eat sweets, the food patches stick to our teeth. This leads to the conformation of a stickybio-film called shrine. This shrine serves as a treat for dangerousmicro-org...