Wisdom teeth are most prone to dental decay as it is located posteriorly and has wrinkled occlusal anatomy. This leads to plaque accumulation and also hinders the proper cleaning of the tooth surface. Most of the third molar has an abnormal eruption pattern and may lead to periodontal and gingival diseases. Owing to all these factors, wisdom tooth removal is…
Every person wants a brighter and whiter smile. There are many ways to brighten a smile. Professional teeth whitening is a very popular cosmetic dental procedure. It makes use of a high concentration of bleaching gel which is monitored carefully and allows safe and pain-free to whiten the teeth. It gives faster and better results as compared to in-home whitening…
Tongue is the only movable muscular organ without bone which has an important role in tasting food and perception of hot and cold, pressure and touch.Tongue prosthesis also known as glossal prosthesis is given in patients where the floor of the mouth is resected. The extent of the resection and amount of tongue tissue removed decides the design of the…
The joint between the mandibular condyle and the glenoid fossa of the skull is known as the temporomandibular joint. It is responsible for the movement of the lower jaw. The stability if this joint is a part of the health of the stomatognathic system. A healthy stomatognathic system is the one in which the teeth, muscle and the joint are…
The loss of an eye due to trauma, infection, or congenital defect puts the patient through a psychological turmoil. It also leaves the patient visually and esthetically impaired. In case of a defect, partial or complete removal of the eye may be required. Not all cases are suitable for prosthetic replacement. Some may require artificial eye surgery while others need…
Replacement of missing teeth is required to avoid complications in future. A lost tooth can be replaced by dental implants or bridges. Losing a tooth may not seem a big issue initially but it leads to complications like movement of adjacent and opposing tooth, change in bite, loss of bone, uncomfortable chewing, jaw pain, etc. Removal of a tooth should…
Age is just a number and this number can be dodged for as long as you wish. Telling someone they look much younger than their actual age is the best compliment one can get. In this era of looks and impression, one wants to leave a mark, and smile is the best tool to achieve it. Anti aging dentistry includes…
Dentist appointments scare some people to an extent where they don’t want to visit him unless they are left with no other option. A 6 monthly visit to dentist helps you to keep a check on your oral and overall health. An early diagnosis saves you not only money but also helps you plan and conserve your dentition for a…
Orthodontics is the word that brings the picture of a metallic smile with braces in mind. That is not the case anymore. The Invisalign is a set of clear aligners made from biocompatible material customized for your teeth to deliver the same result as metallic orthodontic braces. The forces applied are not as great as in case of brackets. Mild…
