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Anodontia – Causes, Types, Diagnosis & Treatments

Kids Dentistry, Oral Health

by Dr. P.Senthilkumar M.D.S., | December 30th, 2021

  Teething start in babies when they are 4 months old. Some babies have late tooth eruptions due to various reasons. It is also pretty normal. However, if you notice no teeth have erupted in your baby even after 13 months, you should concern it. Such missing teeth might happen due to a genetic condition … Continue reading Anodontia – Causes, Types, Diagnosis & Treatments

Denture Adhesive – The best way to hold a denture in the mouth for many hours

Dental Blog, Restorative Dentistry

by Dr. P.Senthilkumar M.D.S., | December 22nd, 2021

  Denture adhesive (also known as denture glue) is a fixative substance prepared from water-soluble, non-toxic contents. If you are familiar with denture teeth, you might aware of this. When the adhesive is applied to the denture’s underside, it fortifies the light layer formed between the appliance and the gums.     The layer formed … Continue reading Denture Adhesive – The best way to hold a denture in the mouth for many hours

Is tooth gemination the reason for double teeth in babies?

Dental Blog, General

by Dr. P.Senthilkumar M.D.S., | December 14th, 2021

  There are many developmental dental abnormalities more than you know. In this article, we are going to see one of such dental anomalies – Tooth Gemination. It is a rare condition defined as a tooth’s morphological alteration. At times, people confuse this unusual condition with tooth fusion but both are two different conditions. Gemination … Continue reading Is tooth gemination the reason for double teeth in babies?

Will Invisible braces trigger pain in teeth?

Orthodontics

by Dr. P.Senthilkumar M.D.S., | December 7th, 2021

The clear aligners are well-known for straightening the teeth in less time and more comfortably than metal braces. Unlike many people think, invisible braces are not pain-free. It causes discomforts like mild pain, slight soreness during the treatment but they hurt the wearers less than other kinds of orthodontic treatments. About 54% of the Invisalign … Continue reading Will Invisible braces trigger pain in teeth?

6 important vitamins for teeth and gums

Dental Blog, Dental Care Tips

by Dr. P.Senthilkumar M.D.S., | December 2nd, 2021

Healthy eating accompanied by regular physical exercise is the key for good health and protecting ourselves from various non-communicable diseases. Right? Similarly, maintaining a dental-friendly diet along with oral hygiene activities are essential for healthy teeth and gums. In essence, impeccable oral care should include eating foods, drinks, and supplements enriched with essential vitamins & … Continue reading 6 important vitamins for teeth and gums

5 tips to alleviate teething pain of your little champs

Kids Dentistry

by Dr. P.Senthilkumar M.D.S., | November 29th, 2021

Teeth eruption is an important development stage of a baby. Do you know the teeth begin to develop before the birth of a baby? The developed teeth begin to erupt when the infant is aged 4 months. While teething, the baby cannot stay calm as it causes mild pain, soreness in the gums to babies. … Continue reading 5 tips to alleviate teething pain of your little champs

The ugly truth about storing your toothbrush in the bathroom

Dental Care Tips, Dental Hygiene

by Dr. P.Senthilkumar M.D.S., | November 18th, 2021

Good oral care involves ensuring the cleanliness of your oral hygiene instruments as well as cleaning your teeth and gums. You should keep your toothpaste, toothbrush, tongue scrapers, oral irrigators, and other cleaning accessories in a sterile environment. In simply, storing your dental cleaning kit in a right place is paramount to boost your dental … Continue reading The ugly truth about storing your toothbrush in the bathroom

Why do many people switch to water flossers to clean in between their teeth?

Dental Hygiene

by Dr. P.Senthilkumar M.D.S., | November 16th, 2021

Brushing twice a day and flossing once a day are crucial to keep your mouth healthy. As the toothbrush bristles cannot reach and clean the tight spaces between your teeth efficiently, oral hygienists suggest appliances like a thin string of nylon or Teflon (flossing wire), interdental brush to clean between the teeth and underneath the … Continue reading Why do many people switch to water flossers to clean in between their teeth?

What is deep teeth cleaning?

Gum Diseases

by Dr. P.Senthilkumar M.D.S., | November 1st, 2021

Deep teeth cleaning is different from regular in-office dental cleanings. Routine dental cleanings tend to remove calcifications from the teeth surfaces above the gum line whereas deep cleanings aim at disinfecting the regions below the gum line. Deep dental cleanings are pivotal at times when a person has to clean hard-to-reach spots like pockets and … Continue reading What is deep teeth cleaning?

why are my child’s permanent teeth coming in yellow?

Cosmetic Dentistry, Kids Dentistry

by Dr. P.Senthilkumar M.D.S., | October 26th, 2021

  Permanent teeth eruption is not just a sign of your kid’s oral development. It is also a manifestation of growth in healthy children. The milk teeth that erupt in infancy are pushed out by the permanent teeth. Usually, the adult teeth eruption begins when a kid turns 6 or 7 years old.   It … Continue reading why are my child’s permanent teeth coming in yellow?