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Brushing and flossing isn’t done just to keep your teeth white and your breath smelling fresh, it is performed to remove food remnants and plaque which are the source of gum irritation. Bleeding after brushing or flossing or at random times may be a sign of unhealthy gums. If people think bleeding gums is normal, particularly after brushing or flossing ...

The ‘intra oral welding technique’ of dental implants is a one phase procedure and patients get immediate prosthesis on the same day of the surgery or within a few days. Sometimes immediate implant rehabilitation may be somewhat problematic because of anatomic situations involving insufficient bone thickness or height and tooth position. Dental implants may fail due to micromotion and stress ...

Dental veneers are thin shells of tooth-colored, translucent porcelain or composite resin. They are custom made to fit over your teeth and improve their color, shape, look and overall appearance of your smile. Veneers can improve issues ranging from discoloration to gaps between the teeth and can greatly improve your smile and appearance. Veneers are placed to the front (visible) surfaces ...

Your teeth play a crucial role in the structure of your mouth and in relation to the other teeth. Every day we see patients that have missing teeth. Sometimes they are teeth that have been recently extracted.  Other times they have been missing for years. When it comes to missing teeth, the repercussions can extend far beyond cosmetics. If you fail ...

Gold is the best material for filling and restoring teeth. It fits the tooth more accurately than any other material. It is mainly used in areas where there is limited space and in cases of bruxism. It is a wonderful choice if esthetics is not a concern. When the term "Gold" is used in dentistry, it is usually describing an ...

Cavities are another name for tooth decay. Tooth decay is a serious dental issue that harms the teeth, creating a hole in the tooth surface. First, for a tooth to be susceptible to decay, the bacteria must adhere themselves to the tooth. When you eat something, bacteria in your mouth break it down into simple sugars. These sugars are then ...

Breathing out of your mouth may not seem like a huge problem but in terms of oral health and facial development in children, mouth breathing can create some concerns. Breathing out of the mouth is sometimes caused by chronic nasal obstruction. When your body can’t get enough oxygen by breathing through your nose, it automatically resorts the only other thing ...

Jaw pain refers to an uncomfortable feeling or a sensation that is associated with tooth pain, tenderness, aching of the other areas of the neck or face, and difficulty in chewing. Teeth grinding occurs when you move your jaw while your teeth are clenched. Teeth grinding can be a major cause of jaw pain. This is because nighttime clenching or ...

When you open your mouth to talk or smile, your teeth are one of the main focus points on your face and, you want people to see a gorgeous, sparkling white smile not discolored or chipped teeth. But if your teeth are dull, stained, discolored, chipped or crooked, then you don’t have to live with a smile that you are ...

Permanent teeth are supposed to last a lifetime, but sometimes tooth extraction becomes necessary to maintain oral health. From the time your first tooth erupts as a child, your teeth are constantly moving and developing depending on how well you take care of them. It is important to keep our permanent teeth as long as we can. In certain cases, ...