Give your dental hygienist no chance to say yikes upon your next dental exam. This is only possible if you maintain good personal oral hygiene. Over time, the plaque and tartar buildup become stubborn. Your dental floss and toothbrush cannot reach every nook and cranny inside your mouth. Think of it like washing your car; […]
Cheek biting sounds like a harmless habit like nail biting. Nails are hard bone-like tissues; they might not be damaged due to biting. However, the insides of your cheek are fragile and soft tissues, and even a minor injury to your oral tissues can go a long way in terms of complications. Why Do I […]
You can look at a misaligned set of teeth and instantly figure out that some of these pearls couldn’t find a space to fit in your dental arch. Misaligned teeth are far beyond a cosmetic concern. There are plenty of other complications they can cause, such as jaw pain and problems in chewing and speaking. […]
Have you ever touched the edges of your teeth and found that one or a few are very rough? This can be due to chippings in your teeth. Your tooth is probably the part of your body that cannot repair itself. Ameloblasts are responsible for producing the protective layer over dentin, called enamel. However, it’s […]
A dental bridge is another gift of dental science in the form of a fixed restoration. A dental restoration solves one or more missing teeth in your mouth so you can confidently speak and enjoy meals. However, like any other dental device, dental bridges are also prone to malfunction for multiple reasons. Why Does My […]
Mankind has always been conscious of its imperfections, especially the physical ones. Do you know that around 48% of young adults untagged themselves from Facebook’s photos just because of their imperfect smile? This low intolerance to imperfections has given rise to the rapid advancements in the cosmetic industry, whether it’s facial cosmetic surgery or dental, […]