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HPV In Mouth: Symptoms, Preventions, Diagnosis and Treatments

Dental Blog, HPV In Mouth

by Dr. P.Senthilkumar M.D.S., | June 28th, 2022

  Human papillomavirus (HPV) infection is a viral infectious condition. Everyone gets HPV infections at some point in their life. It involves more than 100 types of viruses that are widely transmitted through sexual contact. Likewise, it is categorized into 2 types as Low-risk HPV and High-risk HPV.   The low-risk infection develops warts (Skin … Continue reading HPV In Mouth: Symptoms, Preventions, Diagnosis and Treatments

What are the oral signs of monkeypox infection?

Dental Blog, Dental Care Tips

by Dr. P.Senthilkumar M.D.S., | June 24th, 2022

Monkeypox is a rare & human orthopox infectious condition caused by the monkeypox virus that belongs to the Poxviriade family. It is highly seen in African regions. Occasionally, it spreads to the regions outside of Africa. Currently, the world is witnessing such an outbreak caused by the monkeypox virus. It is a contagious infection and … Continue reading What are the oral signs of monkeypox infection?

What are the different types of snoring?

Dental Blog, General, Oral Health

by Dr. P.Senthilkumar M.D.S., | June 15th, 2022

Everyone snores occasionally but it is prevalent among aged adults and obese people. Unlike most people think, habitual snoring is not a harmless nuisance. It implies that the victim’s body is finding it difficult to breathe normally while sleeping. Snoring is a harsh sound produced by the flow of air in the upper airway tissues … Continue reading What are the different types of snoring?

What do the tongue’s odd appearances imply?

Dental Blog

by Dr. P.Senthilkumar M.D.S., | June 1st, 2022

Tongue is a small muscular organ that contains thousands of taste buds. Besides licking and tasting, the tongue plays a vital role in breathing, swallowing, sound & speech formation. A healthy tongue is supposed to have a pink color (the shade varies light or dark for some people) with a thin whitish coating having tiny … Continue reading What do the tongue’s odd appearances imply?

Pinhole Gum Rejuvenation Technique – The advanced way to treat gum recession

Gum Diseases

by Dr. P.Senthilkumar M.D.S., | May 25th, 2022

Do you notice visibly shrinking gums in your mouth? Are your gums too soft to touch? You might have gum recession. Gum recession, also known as Gingival recession is a condition that occurs gradually and makes the gum tissues pull back from the teeth. It unveils the roots of the teeth and forms a gap … Continue reading Pinhole Gum Rejuvenation Technique – The advanced way to treat gum recession

5 anti-snoring devices that help you stop snoring

Dental Blog, Oral Health

by Dr. P.Senthilkumar M.D.S., | May 17th, 2022

Sleep should never be a noisy activity. If you believe snoring is a sign of restful sleep, you are wrong. The hoarse sound indicates that something is interfering with your breathing patterns and you should seek medical attention. When there is an obstruction or collapse in the upper airway, the airflow in the upper airway … Continue reading 5 anti-snoring devices that help you stop snoring

5 reasons why your clear braces are not working

Cosmetic Dentistry, Orthodontics

by Dr. P.Senthilkumar M.D.S., | May 12th, 2022

Clear aligners, also known as Invisible braces tend to streamline the crooked teeth and guarantee you a brand-new smile. The aligners, like normal metal braces, exert moderate and successive effort to push the teeth into their aligned position. Similarly, they are also effective in correcting bite dysfunctions and jaw misalignments. Despite having ensured success rates, … Continue reading 5 reasons why your clear braces are not working

What everyone should know about Occlusal (Bite) Disease?

Orthodontics

by Dr. P.Senthilkumar M.D.S., | May 3rd, 2022

Occlusion is the term that defines how the upper and lower teeth fit together. Occlusal (Bite) Disease will happen if there is an anomaly in the contact between the biting surfaces of upper and lower teeth. It is a generic term that refers to numerous pathological conditions affecting your bites. It is the most undiagnosed … Continue reading What everyone should know about Occlusal (Bite) Disease?

The ill effect of obesity on dental health

Dental Blog, Dental Care Tips

by Dr. P.Senthilkumar M.D.S., | April 22nd, 2022

Obesity is defined as abnormal or excessive fat accumulation in the body. Even though factors like genes and hormonal changes also impact on body weight, obesity occurs due to more calorie intake than you burn. Needless to say, obese people are susceptible to chronic diseases like Type 2 diabetes, stroke, cardiovascular diseases, gallbladder diseases, etc. … Continue reading The ill effect of obesity on dental health

What every parent should know about tongue thrust and tongue thrust therapy?

Dental Care Tips, Kids Dentistry, Oral Health

by Dr. P.Senthilkumar M.D.S., | April 18th, 2022

Tongue Thrust is the most common orofacial myofunctional disorder. It is the practice of pushing the tongue forward too far for swallowing. This habit is common in kids as they stretch their tongues to consume milk and drinks while breastfeeding or bottle-feeding. Once the kids learn how to use their oral muscles properly, they break … Continue reading What every parent should know about tongue thrust and tongue thrust therapy?