In dental terms, an “impacted tooth” refers to a tooth that has not erupted when expected because it may not have enough room to grow, or it can be erupting in the wrong direction. An impacted tooth is simply a tooth that has been blocked from breaking through the gum for a distinct reason.
Enamel is the outer layer of your teeth, helping to protect your teeth from daily use such as chewing, grinding, biting, crunching, and exposure to foods and other fluids. It also insulates the teeth from extreme temperatures and hazardous chemicals. Enamel is the hardest tissue in the human body, but it is prone to wear and tear over time,...
It is common for bacteria, food debris, and dead cells to build upon your tongue over time. This can harm your overall oral health and lead to bad breath. Tongue scraping is an effective and fast way to remove these particles from the surface of your tongue.
Benefits of Scraping Your Tongue
Here are 5 benefits...
Coffee acts as fuel to help us stay afloat throughout the day. On the other hand, coffee can stain our teeth, which eventually gets harder to remove. It takes just one cup of coffee to stain your teeth.
Tannin, an ingredient found in coffee, is a polyphenol compound that breaks down in the water. Tannins are naturally found in a...
We all know that eating too many sugary foods can harm your teeth and cause tooth decay. However, sugar alone does not cause much damage. Instead, the chain of events that follow is what deals the most harm to your teeth. Read on to see how the process works.
The starting point is the mouth
There are tons of...
Tooth polishing is a dental procedure that makes your teeth look stain-free, smooth, and glossy. Teeth whitening can improve the aesthetics of teeth and helps prevent teeth problems.
At many dental clinics, teeth polishing are part of a standard routine cleaning procedure. When paired with dental scaling, it freshens up your breath and...
The root canal of the tooth contains the nerve tissues and blood vessels, also known as the pulp. Root canal therapy or endodontic therapy is designed to cure or remove the infection from the tooth's root canal by removing the infected nerve and pulp.
The removal of the infected tooth nerve or pulp does not affect your...
Coronavirus has completely transformed our lives. Things are very different from before. Even a regular dentist check-up has to be planned well in advance. Untimely and unhealthy eating habits and excessive and mindless drinking have acutely impacted our oral health during the pandemic.
Due to the outbreak, many dental clinics...
The key to a successful dental practice is to focus on both the patients’ needs and ensuring that their employees are happy and perform well. A happy employee will work with a full-heart and dedication and bring better results for your practice. During this pandemic period, your employees’ health should be your top priority. Keep...
When you think of dentures, older people come to mind. Today, even 30 year old patients can get dentures due to various reasons and benefit from them. However, with timely visits to your dentist, you can prevent the need for dentures.
When should you consider dentures?
- Toothache – When...