Dental Treatment Blog

Over the last decade, improvements in dental implants have revolutionized dentistry. The fascinating improvement in the field has resulted in the dental implants process offering highly predictable results. However, even with all these improvements, there could be some cases where there are some limitations and two most common ones being the lack of considerable bone to support and need for additional surgical procedures like sinus lift. Also the cost, the number of visits and time taken for these surgical procedures is also to be considered. Recently we had an International patient who had already consulted many dentists regarding dental implants ...
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Smile designing has been gaining increased popularity among the general public today and is no longer restricted to celebrities. As people get more and more self-conscious, they realize the need for a beautiful smile and are increasingly investing in smile correction and smile design. The advent of advanced digital smile designing technologies also make the treatment outcome a lot more predictable and instils confidence in patients considering to undergo smile designing. The other prohibitive factor was the availability of qualified cosmetic dentists with experience in smile design and the cost, however, smile designing cost in India is very reasonable compared ...
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A Smile makeover cannot be justified only by correcting mal-positioned teeth. What if uneven gums are seen over perfectly aligned teeth? So here we emphasize that, along with properly aligned teeth, the balanced even look of gums is also essential for the truly beautiful smile. Gum Contouring / Gum Reshaping The actual gum line should not be too high or too low on the teeth surface. Gums should be at an optimal level to achieve a good healthy smile. The process of reshaping / sculpting the gums to the desired level is known as gum contouring / reshaping. This is ...
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A hundred per cent beautiful perfect smile is appreciated only when there is a good set of properly aligned teeth associated with even, pinkish gum line showcasing them. We often see people around us feeling embarrassed to smile wholeheartedly in the public gatherings. There may be many reasons for that which might include mal-positioned teeth, uneven gum line, discoloured teeth etc. Also, some people feel inconvenient in showing off their dark gums. YES!! dark gums and its solution is the topic for today's discussion. What are dark gums? Gum is the tissue covering the necks of teeth and bone in ...
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Now a days, people are approaching dentists with a shady smile in hope to get a brighter one by undergoing a teeth whitening procedure. Many factors like tea, coffee, red wine, smoking and the natural aging of teeth contribute to teeth discoloration. With age, the thickness of natural enamel decreases and more dentin color shows off giving a yellowish hue to the teeth. What teeth whitening really is Teeth whitening is a process to whiten/brighten your own natural teeth without any complications like removing, cutting or edging of the teeth. Through this,we can get 3 to 6 shades brighter teeth ...
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Once the child has reached the age of 3 years, as previously mentioned, they will be bearing all the 20 baby teeth. During this age group, there will be no major milestones in their development of teeth. Parents will just have to take utmost care of these teeth by following the oral hygiene instructions. A child at this age is very active and is more prone to falls and injury. Parents should be aware of the necessary first aid care to be taken when a child falls and injures his tooth. For this information, you can check our blog on ...
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Yes, this is the time to see a few baby teeth. As we have seen in the previous blog on Teeth and Gum Care for New Born Baby, teeth start emerging out from 6 months of age and it continues till the baby is 2.5 to 3 years old. Baby's First Dental Visit - A Milestone An important milestone in the baby’s life is to schedule a first dental visit with a Pediatric Dentist. First dental visit is educational and according to the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD), the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), and the American Dental Association ...
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Oral Care for 0 - 6 Months Baby Being a mother is a responsibility. Baby has just arrived and you might not be aware of how to take care of their tiny little mouths. Here in this blog, we will talk about all the necessary care you need to take care of a baby’s teeth. Gum Cleaning: Not a Difficult Task Just below the surface of the gums lies the baby teeth and this is why it is important to keep the gums clean. Here is a picture to show how the baby gums (known as gum pads) look before ...
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Bleeding gums are a common problem but it is also a warning sign that should be immediately attended. In this blog, we will look at the actual causes of bleeding gums and the associated ill effects. Let's try to understand the importance of gums and their health. Gums Gum is the soft skin that surrounds the neck of the tooth and covers the bones into which the teeth are fixed. These gums form a tight seal and act as a barrier for the entry of bacteria. How do you know the gums are healthy? Pink is healthy and red is ...
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Having a missing tooth could mean a lot of problems, from something as simple as unable to chew your food properly to feeling embarrassed and low on self-confidence in social situations among others. However, tooth replacement is a viable process that could resolve your misery and today, modern dental science has a lot of tooth replacement options - of course, each one has their advantages and disadvantages. In this blog, we are going to look at a detailed comparison of the different tooth replacement options, cost, advantages, disadvantages and more. Tooth Replacement Options and Methods The tooth replacement methods can ...
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Dental anxiety has always been a barrier to dental treatments. We conducted a survey of some patients. When we questioned as to why they haven’t come sooner for their treatments, the most common answer that we came across is - Anxiety from the assumption that dental treatment is painful. Yes, the majority of them were anxious and even scared to get a checkup done but the truth is dental treatment could be painless and there is no valid reason to be anxious. In this blog, we will talk about Conscious Sedation - an easy and perfect solution for painless dental ...
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If you are a victim of tooth decay, you have already experienced the pain and discomfort but have you ever wondered why tooth decay happens? Are you aware that sugar and chocolates are not the only reasons for tooth decay? In this article, we will answer some common questions about tooth decay. Before we get into the reasons for tooth decay, let’s first understand what is tooth decay. Tooth decay is an active decomposition of the enamel layer of the tooth that happens through the action of bacteria. What are the key reasons for tooth decay For all those who ...
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What are clear aligners? Clear Aligners, often most well-known by the brand Invisalign, is a series of transparent, customized orthodontic devices which fit over your teeth and straighten the irregularly placed teeth. How do Clear Aligners look like? What are the advantages of clear aligners / Invisalign over conventional braces? Efficient in smile outcome as it is unique and customized for your teeth Shorter duration of treatment time Better esthetics as they are transparent and invisible. Minimal maintenance Removable – they can be removed anytime and hence wouldn’t affect your oral hygiene and eating habits Who can use clear aligners ...
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Every individual in their lifetime has two sets of teeth. The first set is called as Milk Teeth (also known as Baby Teeth or Primary Teeth) and the second set is known as the Permanent Teeth. Why Do We Need to Take Care of Milk Teeth Which Are Going to Fall A total of 20 milk teeth emerge from the gums in a child by the age of 3 years. Milk teeth, though are present temporarily act as “Natures Braces” by holding space in the jaws for the growing permanent teeth. Badly decayed milk teeth harbour a variety of bacteria ...
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There are broadly two different types of Dental Implant Procedures in India or anywhere in the world. The first one is Immediate Loading Implants (The implants are placed and teeth are given immediately on the Implants in 2 to 9 days) the other is Delayed Loading (The implants are placed and teeth are given on the implants after 3 months to 6 months). 4 most important things to keep on mind while selecting a Dental Implant Specialists Reliability & Quick Healing: Getting an implant or implants done is often a lifetime dream for many people. Patients invest in premium implants ...
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