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Ceramic Teeth – All you need to know

Dental Blog, Dental Crowns, Oral Health, Restorative Dentistry

by Dr. P.Senthilkumar M.D.S., | January 21st, 2019

Made of ceramic/porcelain, ceramic crowns have been a popular option for patients for years. A ceramic crown could either be a pure ceramic crown or a porcelain-fused metal crown. The main advantage that differentiates ceramic crowns from others is that it is aesthetically not differentiable from your original tooth. Porcelain crown looks natural with no … Continue reading Ceramic Teeth – All you need to know

Dental Benefits of Green Tea

Dental Blog, Dental Care Tips

by Dr. P.Senthilkumar M.D.S., | January 12th, 2019

Green tea has always been very well known for its myriad health benefits and is one of the healthiest beverages on the planet. Traditionally consumed in India and China for its medicinal properties right from weight loss to controlling diabetes, it has entered the mainstream market with a rapid increase in popularity in recent years. … Continue reading Dental Benefits of Green Tea

Diabetes and Dental health – Important things you should know

Dental Hygiene, Oral Health

by Dr. P.Senthilkumar M.D.S., | January 9th, 2019

Food and snacks we eat are converted into sugar which gives energy for the functioning of the body. Whether there is a problem in transmitting the sugar from the blood to the body cells (Type 1 diabetes) or the body does not react to the insulin that carries sugar to the body cells (Type 2 … Continue reading Diabetes and Dental health – Important things you should know

9 Oral Health Signs you should not ignore

Dental Blog, Oral Health

by Dr. P.Senthilkumar M.D.S., | December 20th, 2018

Taking regular care of your oral health not only prevents gum disease, but it also enhances your overall smile. As the saying goes, your smile is indeed the way to your heart. The good thing about the human body is that it always gives abundant warning signs before something goes wrong and the same goes … Continue reading 9 Oral Health Signs you should not ignore

Benefits of flossing

Dental Blog, Dental Hygiene, General, General Health

by Dr. P.Senthilkumar M.D.S., | December 17th, 2018

Brushing and flossing have always been propagated by doctors as a very effective way to avoid bacteria in your mouth and prevent gum ailments. Whilst, we all are quite familiar with the mechanics and benefits of brushing, most of us don’t have any clue about the immense benefits of flossing and why it is essential … Continue reading Benefits of flossing

Receding Gums: Causes, Treatments, and Effective Prevention

Dental Blog, Dental Hygiene, Oral Health, Oral Surgery, Treatments

by Dr. P.Senthilkumar M.D.S., | December 13th, 2018

Hey there! Have you noticed your gums looking a little different lately, perhaps pulling away from your teeth? You’re definitely not alone if you have. This can be a bit alarming, but understanding what’s happening and what you can do about it is the first step towards a healthier smile. Let’s dive in! Understanding Receding … Continue reading Receding Gums: Causes, Treatments, and Effective Prevention

8 factors behind dark gums

black gums, Dental Blog, Gum Diseases

by Dr. P.Senthilkumar M.D.S., | December 2nd, 2018

  Gum color varies for each person. In general, our gums appear pink in color. Few people have gums with tiny reddish dots or dark pink. In contrast, purple, black colored gums also appear for some people. You may also notice such persons. Right?   If you have such black gums, don’t neglect it because … Continue reading 8 factors behind dark gums

9 easy tips to reduce Braces Pain

Orthodontics

by Dr. P.Senthilkumar M.D.S., | November 27th, 2018

When you wear metallic braces, you need to visit your Orthodontist at regular intervals to adjust the archwire. Adjusting, tightening or replacing the wire with a new thick wire is a step forward towards your goal of attaining an aesthetic smile. The tightened or adjusted wire applies additional pressure on the teeth. It results in … Continue reading 9 easy tips to reduce Braces Pain

Eating with dental braces – 7 important things to consider

Oral Health, Orthodontics

by Dr. P.Senthilkumar M.D.S., | November 19th, 2018

Getting dental braces is the investment to get a nice looking smile and redesign your smile aesthetics. Wearing orthodontic appliances like metal wires, ceramic braces, Invisalign causes little discomforts in the initial days. If you wore them, you might experience the soreness, pain, swelling and teeth sensitivity for the first few weeks. Right? When the … Continue reading Eating with dental braces – 7 important things to consider

Important things every parent should know about Baby Bottle Tooth Decay

Kids Dentistry

by Dr. P.Senthilkumar M.D.S., | November 10th, 2018

Tooth decay occurs in kids and infants is termed as Baby bottle tooth decay and toddler tooth decay. Every parent should take care of their toddler’s teeth as they serve as the foundation for the adult or permanent teeth. Decay is the main culprit for milk teeth and makes the baby teeth prone to lose … Continue reading Important things every parent should know about Baby Bottle Tooth Decay