Tag Archives: Teeth Cleaning

HEALTHY GUMS HAPPY SMILE

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     WHAT IS GUMS?   Gums are the tissues that covers the part of the tooth. It appears like coral pink in colour.  Gums should have a scalloped margin with knife edged papilla. If gums get infected, becomes inflamed and reddish in colour. Loss of scalloped margin and blunt interdental papilla REASON FOR GUM INFECTION […]

TEETH WHITENING- Sparkle your Teeth

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  Teeth whitening or bleaching is a simple, non-invasive dental treatment to change the colour of natural tooth enamel to enhance the beauty of your smile            Why Did My Teeth Change Colour? Over time, your teeth can go from white to not-so-bright for several reasons: Food and Drink Coffee, tea and red wine […]

Dental Crowns- Next To Natural Teeth

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  What are dental crowns? Dental crowns are tooth-shaped caps that can be placed over your tooth. They are used to protect and restore the shape of your teeth when fillings don’t solve the problem. Dental crowns can be made of metals, porcelain, resin, and ceramics. When you need a dental crown? You may need […]

Smile Makeover with DENTAL VENEERS

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What are Dental Veneers? Dental veneers are custom, tooth-coloured shells that fit over the front portion of your teeth. The purpose of veneers is to change the shape, colour, size, and appearance of natural teeth. They are most commonly placed over front teeth, rather than back teeth. Veneers fix chipped teeth, different-sized teeth, slightly crooked […]

SMILE MAKEOVER TREATMENT

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What is a smile makeover treatment? A smile makeover treatment is the process of improving the appearance of your smile through one or more cosmetic dentistry procedures.                                                         […]

DIFFERENCE BETWEEN CONVENTIONAL BRACES & SELF LIGATING BRACES

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Dental braces are appliances which are used to align or straighten the teeth and guide the teeth to the corrected position. Braces aid to correct irregular teeth positioning, jaw correction, improvement in chewing and smile aesthetics.   WHAT ARE THE TYPES OF BRACES AVAILABLE? In Fixed Braces, there are 4 types of braces available : […]

DENTAL CROWN WITHOUT ROOT CANAL

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Crowns and bridges are a fixed solution to missing or damaged teeth. This restorative procedure uses prosthetic devices to return your smile to its natural state. A crown is used when the tooth structure is damaged or fractured or gaps are present between the teeth. A bridge is used when one or more teeth are […]

Dental Implant –The gold standard for replacement of missing tooth

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What is an Dental Implant ? A dental implant is an artificial tooth root that is placed into your jaw to hold a replacement tooth or bridge. Dental implants may be an option for people who have lost a tooth or teeth due to periodontal disease, an injury, or some other reason. Dental implants are […]

IMPORTANCE OF RESTORING SMALL DECAY

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What is a decay? Decay/dental caries are permanent damage in the hard surface of the tooth that develop into tiny openings or holes in the tooth. It is caused by a combination of factors, including bacteria in your mouth, frequent snacking, sipping sugary drinks and not cleaning your teeth well.   Signs and symptoms: Mild […]

Why is wisdom tooth removal necessary?

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What is a wisdom tooth? Wisdom teeth are the third and final set of molars that most people get in their late teens or early twenties. Sometimes these teeth can be a valuable asset to the mouth when healthy and properly aligned, but more often, they are misaligned and require removal. When wisdom teeth are […]