Month: September 2021
10 Best practices for Dental Hygiene
Almost everyone knows that brushing and flossing your teeth improve oral health. There’s a lot that goes into maintaining that dazzling smile. Here are 10 practices the best dentists in Mumbai recommend. Yes, you have to brush TWICE a day. You have already heard this many times and we are […]
Why should wisdom teeth be removed?
Wisdom teeth are the last teeth to erupt, presumably when an individual is wise. Well, now that’s relative! Wisdom teeth are one of the few vestigial organs of the human body, the presence or absence of which doesn’t make much difference. According to anthropologists, humans have evolved beyond needing wisdom […]
What is plaque and how to get rid of it?
Try to look at your teeth in the mirror. Do you notice the white sticky film on it? That’s the plaque! Plaque is a result of excess bacteria and sugar. A toothbrush or a piece of floss may help you remove it. If you don’t get rid of it regularly, […]
Should you brush your tongue?
Do you brush twice a day? And, do you use dental floss regularly? Do you still complain of poor dental hygiene, cavities, inflamed gums, or bad breath? Well, the reason could be your tongue! You don’t hear this much but your tongue needs regular cleaning too. Why you may ask. […]
Should I use a mouthwash?
Are you brushing your teeth regularly? Do you think brushing is sufficient to clean your mouth? Do you clean under your tongue, or on the roof of your mouth? Did you know that brushing cleans only 25% of your mouth? There are a plethora of germs that remain back even […]
Dentures vs Dental Implants
A few of us will be fortunate and make it through life with a full set of 32 teeth. Most of us will be missing one or many teeth owing to tooth decay, gum disease, or an injury. How did our forefathers replace missing teeth? They used dentures made of […]
Big advantages of Invisalign
Do you have uneven teeth and have been planning to straighten them forever? What’s stopping you?! The pain, discomfort, the sight of chunky metal braces, the never-ending treatment? It is true that getting braces may be a frightening experience and a relatively long one. Why do you have to put […]