dentistry
Oral Ulcers
Mouth ulcers or canker sores are small sores that form on the gums, lips, inner cheeks or palate. The ulcers can be triggered by several different factors, including minor injuries of gums due to pricks of tooth brush or sharp food items etc, hormonal changes and emotional stress. Mouth ulcers aren’t contagious and they go away on their own but there are treatments to relieve pain and discomfort.
Posted July 4, 2022 by Anusha ‐ 5 min read
FAQs of Cerec Crowns
CEREC technology is the advanced and very precise technique for manufacturing dental crowns which are aesthetic, biocompatible, and functionally durable in nature. In this blog we will deal with various questions related to the cerec technology and single visit crowns.
Posted June 28, 2022 by Anusha ‐ 4 min read
Oral Habits
A habit can be defined as a routine behavior that is repeated regularly and most of the time tends to occur unconsciously. Oral habits are one of the major causative factors which lead to malformation or irregular alignment in dentofacial structures. These are the most frequent causes of malaligned teeth mostly seen in childhood and mixed dentition stages. In the oral cavity other than the forces created by habits there are many forces acting on the oral structures.
Posted June 28, 2022 by Anusha ‐ 2 min read
Brushing Techniques
Brushing teeth is very essential to maintain good oral health because it prevents the accumulation of plaque in different areas of the oral cavity which is the main culprit in the cause of different teeth and gum problems. According to ADA(American Dental Association) recommendation - Brush your teeth twice daily with a soft-bristled brush - Replace your brush every 3 to 4 months or prior if the bristles are frayed off - Make sure to use ADA-specified fluoride toothpaste.
Posted June 28, 2022 by Anusha ‐ 2 min read
Saliva
Saliva is one of the defense mechanism systems of the gingiva. It is a clear, tasteless, odorless, viscous fluid, slightly acidic in nature with a ph of 6.8 consisting of secretions from the parotid gland, sublingual gland, submandibular gland, and mucous glands of the oral cavity. Saliva is the mechanical cleaner of the oral surfaces, by buffering acids produced by bacteria and controlling bacterial activity. Saliva is composed of 98% water, while the other 2% consists of other compounds such as electrolytes, mucus, antibacterial compounds, and various enzymes.
Posted June 28, 2022 by Anusha ‐ 3 min read