The Most Common Issues Seen By Dentists There are many dental and oral problems seen by dentists and that’s because we really don’t stop using our mouth in daily life. Most issues are preventable, however, yet you are bound to experience at least a few in your lifetime. Here are the most common problems. Caries […]
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Amazing Dental Applications of Laser Treatment Laser dentistry first came into the scene in 1989, and since then have been used in a growing number of dental conditions. Know more about the amazing uses of lasers in dentistry. Dental practise has been the same again. Laser is actually LASER, standing for “light amplification by the […]
Dry Socket Preventive Care Dry socket is found in 1 to 5% of all tooth extractions, about one-third among wisdom tooth extractions. What happens is that the blood clot that usually forms over the extraction site either doesn’t form or becomes dislodged. This leaves the nerves and bone exposed to the air and the site […]
Root Canal Treatment vs. Dental Implant If you have a severely damaged or infected tooth and you are still hoping to save it, have a serious discussion with your dentist about it. A couple of options may be offered: the first is a root canal, and the other is a dental extraction followed by an […]
Different Types For Different Purposes There are many types of dental floss and there is no one “right” floss for everyone. If you must have the right one, it may entail some hits and misses, just like any product. Nothing wrong with having several types, including an electric flosser. With so many available in the […]
A Non-Invasive Procedure Unlike Surgery Do you have periodontal disease? Did you know that from a wide range of treatment options, laser periodontal therapy may be better than surgery? Know how it will benefit you. In periodontal disease the gum inflammation and infection have reached an advanced stage, and bone structure may be involved. Poor […]
Effects of Chemotherapy and Oral Care Did you know that one-third of patients who are under treatment for cancer may experience some type of oral complications? Hence not all such patients will have oral issues; but there is no reason to be remiss in dental care. For those who may experience the side effects of […]
The Good and Bad of Mouthwashes Mouthwashes are marketed as beneficial rinses after your regular oral hygiene routine of brushing and flossing. They usually leave tingling sensations in the mouth giving a feeling of supposed freshness and good breath. However, not all mouthwashes are helpful. It really depends if they contain alcohol or not. There […]
