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Before beginning to know more about what happens during laser treatment, it is essential to know what laser exactly stands for because not many of us know about it. LASER is an acronym for ‘Light Amplification by the Stimulated Emission of Radiation.’ The instrument generates light energy in a very focused and narrow beam which...

Teeth are frequently in harm’s way, one moment you are biting on your food, the next moment your tooth got cracked. Several other explanations for a fractured tooth could range from getting hit by a ball while playing cricket to meeting a road traffic accident.Clenching, teeth grinding and biting on hard objects like candy or...

During the COVID-19 pandemic, prevention of oral problems and self-care remain a high priority. Patients should be given advice through remote consultation or social media channels on maintaining good oral hygiene. Transmission of SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID19, can occur through direct, indirect, or close contact with infected people through infected secretions such as...

Cosmetic dentist are amid the most singled out dental practitioners these days. Certainly, the appointment books at most renowned cosmetics dentists’ clinics like The Dental Roots tend to be full at nearly all times; as certainly do the waiting benches in a majority of such clinics at any specified time. But, Just Why Do People...

Dental implants have long been recognized as the most effective treatment of choice for teeth replacement that last a lifetime. Dental implants can serve as anchors for other dental prostheses like crowns, bridges and dentures. Dr. Dheeraj Setia (Implantologist from American Academy of Implant Dentistry) says “Dental implants are the best long-term solution for missing...

·       Most dentists agree that a soft-bristled brush is best for removing plaque and debris from your teeth. Small-headed brushes are also preferable since they can reach all areas of the mouth, including hard-to-reach back teeth. ·       When it comes to the type of handle (such as non-slip grip or flexible neck), the shape of the head (tapered or...

Gap between teeth, that is midline diastema, is one of the most common oral problems.  Many people have gaps especially in their front teeth thus, making an individual conscious about his/her appearance. To overcome this, aesthetic dentistry comes to play. A conventional approach includes bonding of a tooth-coloured restoration aka composite. It is done in a...

We recommend that your child should get a check-up with an orthodontist at age 7. Additionally, the developmental milestone would be the full eruption of all four adult first molars. These erupt behind the baby teeth (primary second molars) and NO teeth are lost for their development and eruption into the dental arches. Early detection...

Scaling or teeth cleaning is a dental procedure recommended by dentists. However, some people have their doubts about getting scaling done as they believe it might weaken their teeth. Let’s read about some myths vs. facts on scaling to get a better idea. Myth: Scaling loosens teeth Fact: Scaling can help strengthen the teeth’ hold...

Since the beginning of 2020, most of us have been avoiding our regular visits to our dentist due to the fear of COVID. It is very important for us to understand that there is a strong relation between the oral cavity and systemic health, thus a good oral hygiene is a marker for a good...