Dental Science
Frequently asked questions
Buy toothbrushes with soft bristles. Medium and Hard ones can damage teeth and gums. Use soft pressure, for 2 minutes, two times a day.
Both Electric and manual toothbrushes clean teeth well. Manual brushes with mixed bristle heights or angled bristles clean better than those with all flat, even bristles. Electric toothbrushes may be easier if you have trouble using your hands.
Set a reminder to replace your toothbrush every 3-4 months. Change it sooner if the bristles look bent or splayed out. Bent bristles don’t clean as well. (They’re also a sign you may be brushing too hard.)
Most toothpaste will clear away bacteria growth and acids from food and drinks. Toothpastes with the Indian Dental Association (IDA) Seal of Acceptance always have fluoride, which strengthens and protects teeth.
Mouthwashes for cavity protection, sensitivity, and fresh breath may help when you use them with regular brushing and flossing — but not instead of daily cleanings.
Some people need twice-daily rinses for gum health or alcohol-free washes for dry mouth.
Kids under 6 shouldn’t use mouthwash to avoid the chance of them swallowing it.
Visit a dentist if you have any of these issues or see your child having trouble chewing or complaining of soreness:
- Mouth sores
- Jaw pain
- Redness
- Swollen face or gums
- Tooth sensitivity
- Broken teeth
- Dry mouth
- Bleeding gums
- Bad breath or a bad taste in your mouth
Getting checked out right away prevents more serious problems and infections.
Regular check up help spot trouble early to prevent bigger and more costly treatments later.
You should get a check up every 6 months .
Being positive as a parent can help your kids overcome any of their fears.
Medical and dental experts study the use of X-rays and set limits for their safety. Advancements in technology means today’s digital X-rays release much less radiation and are safer than in the past.
This helps check tooth and gum health. Either OPG Panaromic or Smaller Digital IOPA are taken.
Kids have more X-rays done than adults because their teeth are changing and because they get cavities more easily.
Cavities break through the surface enamel of teeth, and they’ll probably get bigger unless you close them off with fillings.
A combination of strong materials or a white mix called a composite goes into the cavity soft and then hardens as it dries.
Once set, fillings can last a long time but need replacing if they break or wear down.
Sealants protect against cavities that can form in the natural tiny holes and cracks on the outside of teeth. Kids from about 6 to 12 benefit from having sealants painted and hardened onto the chewing surfaces of their back teeth, or molars. Adults can get sealants as well to protect teeth that don’t have fillings.
Bleaching in office with a special gel and laser can help in tooth whitening /Bleaching.
The procedure is less than 45 minutes .Certain foods produce more tooth stain which one can avoid to have good benefits.
Smile Designing ,Gum contouring, Bleaching, Orthodontics, Invisalign, Braces, Veneers, Caps and crowns are various techniques which can help in smile improvements /smile makeovers.
Yes, sweets and foods with acid, like candy and soda, could stick to teeth and lead to cavities. Smoking and chewing tobacco can cause oral cancer and gum disease.
Biting your nails is another bad habit.