A toothache is the pain in teeth or around the teeth and in gums which causes swelling, soreness or bleeding in the mouth. 01 Tooth Decay This pain arises from the erosion of teeth. It is caused by acid-that is formed when the plaque feeds on the sugars from food...
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7 Common Causes of Gum Diseases, Most of Which Are Preventable
Gum diseases often go unnoticed until they reach severity. When it comes to tooth loss, gum disease is the leading cause. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 47% of the people over 30 suffer from gum diseases in the US. What are some...
Why You Should Get Oral Cancer Screening Done
In the U.S., close to 50 thousand cases of oral cancer are diagnosed every year. The survival rate over 5 years is approximately 57%, a figure which hasn’t had much improvement in decades. The high death rate associated with oral cancer isn’t high because of difficult...
Invisalign: The Adult Solution For Crooked Teeth
You would have heard that the best time to seek orthodontic treatment is during adolescence, which is true. By that age, your baby teeth have fallen out, your teeth can be shifted without falling out and your new, perfectly aligned smile can be made permanent with the...
Taking Care of your Dental Implants: The Dos and Don’ts
Teeth implants are the ultimate shortcut to perfectly aligned pearly whites! If you’ve had crooked teeth throughout your life, then you know how a great smile can boost your confidence. Dental implants can give you the smile you’ve always wanted. Whether you’ve lost...
Dental Diet: Food For Healthy Teeth And Gums
For years, you’ve been taught that sugary foods rot your teeth—but rarely do we focus on the food groups that actually benefit our teeth and gums. Teeth like other parts of your body require proper nutrition. A healthy diet can prevent cavities and gum diseases, and...
4 Stages of Gum Disease You Should Be Aware Of
Nearly 50% of all US adults suffer from gum disease according to the American Academy of Periodontology. It is a horrifying fact and truth – making gum disease more common than even heart disease or diabetes. In addition… gum disease is pretty serious yet not many...
When Do You Need Emergency Dental Care
“Happiness is your dentist telling you it won’t hurt and then having him catch his hand in the drill” – Johnson Carson. Considering the fact that some dental issues just can’t wait for the right time, having your dentist’s phone number on speed dial is definitely a...
What You Need to Know About Lasers and Dentistry
Lasers in dental procedures? Let’s serve you with some info-bites on the subject of laser dentistry. From its application to its benefits, this post will aim to address all. First Things First – What’s the Application of Lasers in Dentistry In dentistry, you...
Whitening Toothpastes: How Effective Are They?
You might have seen those cheesy ads on TV—“Insane whitening toothpaste” “Witness results in a single use!” “Instant HD teeth whitening” “If you order now, you get this toothbrush free!” The Question Is, Do They Work? First, it is important to understand that our...
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