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Is your toothpaste good enough?

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  Toothpastes are something we use on a daily basis and all of us have some preferences, but do you know all the types of toothpastes that are available in the market? How do you decide which toothpaste is the best for you and how to choose the right one? Should it be based on the brand or the specific condition you might have or the certain “special feature” a toothpaste might have. Toothpastes are basically paste used to polish the tooth surface and help us fight against bacteria that causes decay. We all buy toothpastes but do we know about all the types available? Read on to know about all your options regarding the types of toothpastes: Types of toothpaste ●       Children’s toothpaste :- Photo by Walmart Children’s toothpaste contains less or no fluoride compared to adult toothpaste. The packaging of the toothpastes are made to attract and intrigue kids. They can choose their favorite cartoons or colors available, this instils a hab...

Pollution : The Modern Age curse to teeth

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Our “pearly whites” are very prone to pollution and it’s after effects. Pollution has serious effects on oral health, as it may lead to several gum diseases, tooth loss, and even oral cancer . Types of Pollution affecting Teeth ? 1. Air pollution is contamination of the indoor or outdoor environment by any chemical, physical or biological agent that modifies the natural characteristics of the atmosphere. Household combustion devices, motor vehicles, industrial facilities and forest fires are common sources of air pollution. This is further exaggerated to higher levels during festivals like Diwali or the major wedding saya by bursting of crackers, etc. 2. Water pollution is the contamination of water sources by substances which make the water unusable for drinking, cooking, cleaning, swimming, and other activities. Pollutants include chemicals, trash, bacteria, and parasites. All forms of pollution finally make their way to water.  3. Food pollution is generally defined as the prese...

Malocclusion

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Malocclusion refers to a dental bite that is not correctly aligned from front to back teeth. It is frequently described as having crooked teeth or a bad bite. Your front teeth should normally be aligned directly in front of your bottom teeth. For a balanced bite, the teeth on either side of your mouth must also be aligned. Even with braces and other orthodontic treatment, very few people have a perfect bite. Malocclusion is a cosmetic issue that isn't generally harmful to your health. Even if your teeth aren't hurting, you might not enjoy the way they look if they're crooked. However, if your teeth are crowded and there isn't enough room between the surfaces, you're more likely to develop dental decay or lose teeth. Malocclusion can make it difficult to eat or talk in extreme situations and can also lead to gum diseases and ultimately loss of tooth. You should ensure regular oral health checkups. Further, it also gives rise to mental self esteem issues. Cau...

Braces and related oral health

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  Happiness is in the smile you will find right under your nose. But have you ever considered how your smile could appear if you have overcrowded teeth, teeth with a large or a little gap between them, making your smile unattractive and causing you to lack confidence? Do you wish to improve the appearance of your smile by eliminating all of these flaws? Is there a solution to these issues? Do you want to know what it is? So, here's the De9to to assist you by providing some fundamental information. Yes, there is a solution to your problem, and that answer is to wear braces.   What are braces? They are orthodontic devices that align and straighten teeth. It also assists places in respect to a person's bite, to improve dental health. Dental braces are a means to straighten or move the teeth to improve their appearance and function. These are also known as braces, orthodontic cases, or cases. Dentists use it for several reasons in orthodontic therapy. What ...