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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: ● Children’s toothpaste :- Photo by Dentist 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 habit of good oral hygiene from the early days. Make ...

Tooth cleaning causes loosening of teeth? Getting scaling done will lead you to increased sensitivity ? Tooth cleaning causes gaps in the teeth? These are few things which we get to hear routinely from our friends and family. However the point to ponder upon is – Is this information correct or is it just a myth? As a dental practitioner, we have been encountering with such concerns on getting a scaling done from patients on routine basis. So before anyone avails the treatment, it is paramount for us to know the facts about tooth cleaning. What is Scaling  and why is it necessary? Photo by Niles Family Dentistry Scaling or tooth cleaning is a dental procedure which is done to remove the plaque, tarter (the bacterial and food particle) coating which is attached to the tooth surface and those deposits that can't be removed by brushing at home. These deposits can further cause gum diseases and pyorrhea. Is it painful? Professional tooth cleaning is not a painful pro...

Good food is the foundation of genuine happiness. Some of you might be conscious about your diet and how it affects your health, but do you know some of those things you eat on a regular basis might not be good for your teeth. Are you curious to know about how certain foods affect your teeth, and what are the foods/drinks that you can avoid for healthy teeth?  Here are 10 food items to avoid for a healthy teeth: 1.    Sugary Sweets, candies, sticky food: Photo by HD Wallpapers       As kids most of us are told to avoid chocolates, sweets / sticky food to prevent tooth decay. Candy and sticky food stay in our mouth for a long time if not brushed properly. Also, they can be at sites where it is difficult for the brush to reach. Hence, it is advised to have sugary sweets/ candies during meals and to brush and rinse immediately after consuming. 2.     Apple Cider Vinegar: Photo by The Food Market       Generally used as a det...

  Have you ever noticed and wondered how most of the celebrities have a “perfect” smile? Or looked in the mirror and pondered upon how some people have whiter teeth than others and how much of a difference a smile makes in someone's appearance. You are not the only one, studies show smile is considered one of the most important physical attributes!   The concept of esthetic and cosmetic dentistry? It includes whitening, fixing broken/chipped teeth, stains, misaligned teeth, basically any procedure that deals with the “aesthetics” of your smile. Cosmetic and esthetic dentistry consists of various methods and treatment modalities, few of them are discussed below:   Teeth whitening- you might have seen DIY kits for teeth whitening, if you wish to whiten your teeth it is always a better option to go to a dental professional and in office method of whitening. Self-applied kits can be dangerous, may cause tooth/ gum sensitivity, stains, undesirable results. Photo by A...