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Have you noticed a sharp pain in your teeth after having a cold drink or any hot beverage ? Are you having sharp pain even after eating sweet food? source It's probably the cause of sensitive teeth! Do you know overzealous brushing i.e. either brushing with too much force or using a hard bristle toothbrush may cause wearing down the upper layer (enamel) of your teeth exposing inner layers containing nerve endings, causing tooth sensitivity. source What happens exactly? 1) improper method of brushing  Don't be too harsh on your strong teeth. excessive vigorous brushing isn't going to make your teeth whiter or even cleaner. 2)Using whitening toothpaste your enamel is the hardest surface of teeth but vigorous brushing with a denitrifies which has more of the abrasive agent may cause damage to the enamel  3)Gum damage  excessive brushing may also cause gum damage exposing roots of the teeth which may lead to sensitivity So, brushing if not...

SOURCE You must have gotten that Tooth removed ..may be it was mobile, paining or may be your orthodontist advised you so , It could be even that wisdom tooth which you have gotten rid of ...In any case obviously you gonna have doubts how to care , what precautions you should take even what to eat etc. The Tooth removal is done but the aftercare is also important which is solely done by you ! And hence it becomes necessary for you to know what precautionary measures you should be taking Here you go .. Just after the tooth removal Your Dentist must have asked you to bite on the gauze piece for at least half hour to one hour which will help in controlling bleeding after tooth extraction. You can have something cold like smoothie or plane ice cream one hour after the tooth removal that is when when you remove the gauze. Avoid Spitting and vigorous rinsing. Avoid Hard ,Hot and spicy food and drinks at least for 24 hours. Avoid Brushing AT extraction site.(It can be...

source Having certain beliefs and thinking is fine but when it is going to be affecting you n your health then I think it's time for some background check. Here are some common dental myths in India. Some of which you may believe and some you may not! Let's find out which are they! 1. Tooth removal affects eyesight source There is absolutely no connection between the nerves of your eyes with that of your teeth. This myth may have emerged from the necessity to removal of tooth during old age. As older people have aged gums and because of that they mostly have to get their teeth removed. Same case happens with the diminished eyesight during old age called as Presbyopia which is age related vision loss.  If this was the case then all you people who use specs should have lost some teeth , isn't it? 2. Milk Teeth Fall Off Naturally; Saving Them Is Not Important source This is the most common misconception most parents have. Any kind of infection in your m...

source Have you recently got professional cleaning done from your Dentist? Does your teeth feel loose after the professional cleaning? Are you blaming the Dentist for the looseness of your teeth after scaling? You are probably wrong! Let's see how?!         Have you ever noticed Hardened plaque, known as tartar or the calculus accumulated over your teeth specially at the gum margin most commonly  inside of your lower teeth and outer gum line of your upper back teeth. source        This happens  if your home care routine of brushing and flossing has slipped and you have skipped your regular dental cleanings. This causes the gums to pull away from the teeth, creating gaps that can become infected.Over time, this process can break down the bone and tissue supporting the teeth, causing the teeth to become loose.         Now in this case you can't really see the supporting bone damage and also th...

source Everything about Root Canal Treatment WHAT IS 'ROOT CANAL'? Root canal is the term used to describe the natural cavity within the center of the tooth. The pulp or pulp chamber is the soft area within the root canal. The tooth's nerve and blood vessels lies within the root canal. WHEN ROOT CANAL TREATMENT IS ADVISED? 1.Pain  source Discomfort ranging from a dull ache to a sharp pain Usually triggered by chewing, applying pressure on the tooth or eating something cold or hot. 2.Swelling source Swollen gums near the painful tooth can be a sign of an issue that requires a root canal. The swelling may come and go. It may be tender when you touch it, or it may not be painful to the touch. 3.Sensitivity source Prolonged sensitivity (pain) to hot or cold temperatures (after the heat or cold has been removed) 4.Night Pain source The main reason why toothaches are more  painful at night  is our  sleeping  positio...

source A stitch in time saves nine! True! Even in case of your teeth treatment cost.In this post I will tell you how you could save your money by taking actions early for your teeth. Before that we need to know the Stages of tooth cavity (decay) along with the dental treatment options at each stage. Cavities, also called tooth decay or caries, are caused by a combination of factors, including bacteria in your mouth, frequent snacking, sipping sugary drinks and not cleaning your teeth well. Cavities are permanently damaged areas in the hard surface of your teeth that develop into tiny openings or holes.  1.Enamel damage  Sign & symptoms :  No pain Black discoloration in the surface or White patch over tooth surface treatment : dental filling cost: Rs.500 to 1500 visits : 1 sitting 2.Dentin damage Sign & symptoms :  no pain food lodgement slight sensitivity visible black discoloration with cavity treatment: de...

Imagine going on a Date excited to meet that perfect intimidating personality and having to face that unpleasant smell while they start talking to you! Disgusting right? source Do you often yourself complain of that stinky mouth? Are you concerned about the unpleasant smell coming out of your mouth ? SOURCE Here are 6 easy  tips to get rid of that nasty bad breath ! 1. Drink enough water SOURCE Keep calm & drink water! Dry mouth is the main cause of bad breath , It can be because you are travelling,sleeping and NOT DRINKING ENOUGH water. Best to keep a bottle of water with you and keep sipping it every hour. 2. Brush and Floss properly source Of course keeping your teeth clean is necessary to tackle that bad breath. Specially flossing is important to get rid of the food particles stuck in between your teeth which result in causing bad breath. Rinse with an antibacterial mouthwash twice a day. Dentures should be removed at nig...

Is your Dentist minting money by ripping you off? Do you often complain of high Dental expenses? When we see the charges for any treatment the Dentist would tell you the lump-sum amount of a particular treatment . For giving that treatment efficiently and adhering to the Best quality becomes necessary, that's where the cost increases. source Let us consider and divide background expenses  for that one ceramic crown or the denture you opted for: 1.Experience and expertise  (40%) source Have you visited an ortho specialist before ? of course they charge you more than what a medical professional without any speciality would charge . Dentistry itself is a speciality which only deals with your teeth and other oral issues. The dental professionals having minimal experience will not charge you more than the experienced ones. It's always 'value for money' when it comes to dentistry. Dentistry cannot be mass produced. Every procedure in dentistry is ...

source: Pixel.com Your little munchkin has just been introduced to this world and you see his tiny teeth coming out ! Of course a big milestone for him and for you as a parent. But what's next ?! You must know that the future dental health of your child depends on the Primary prevention of dental issues.  source: Giphy.com Listing down 5 things which you must consider doing for your baby's Dental health. 1.Oral hygiene counselling  The milk teeth start to come up around 4-6 months of age when the primary care is utmost  important and getting the counselling done from the dentist is necessary. source 2.Avoid use of bottle with sugared milk The primary reason for the decay of front milk teeth is because of constant use of milk bottle , sometimes child even sleeps with the bottle in their mouth which is a absolute 'No No'! Take a bottle away immediately after feeding. Giving an infant a sugary drink at nap or nigh...