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Tooth Resorption: Types, Causes and Treatments

Dental Blog, Restorative Dentistry

by Dr. P.Senthilkumar M.D.S., | March 3rd, 2026

Imagine discovering your body is actually dissolving your own teeth. That is the unsettling reality of tooth resorption, a silent process where specialized cells eat away at your dental structure. Often hiding until a routine X-ray reveals the damage. Whether you have a mysterious pink tooth or a history of dental trauma, you need a … Continue reading Tooth Resorption: Types, Causes and Treatments

Teeth Cap: Costs, Procedure & Ceramic Teeth Caps

Dental Crowns

by Dr. P.Senthilkumar M.D.S., | February 9th, 2026

A teeth cap is a custom restoration that covers a damaged tooth to restore its strength, size, and function. These dental crowns protect cracked teeth, reinforce large fillings, and shield brittle teeth after root canals. You will choose from materials like gold, zirconia, or a ceramic teeth cap to achieve a natural look. Most caps … Continue reading Teeth Cap: Costs, Procedure & Ceramic Teeth Caps

Macroglossia: Symptoms, Causes & Treatments

Oral Health

by Dr. P.Senthilkumar M.D.S., | February 6th, 2026

Macroglossia is the medical term for an unusually large tongue that protrudes past the teeth or jaw ridge while at rest. It’s rarely a standalone issue and usually signals an underlying genetic or metabolic condition like Beckwith-Wiedemann syndrome or amyloidosis. This condition makes breathing, eating, and speaking difficult for many children and adults. While it … Continue reading Macroglossia: Symptoms, Causes & Treatments

Trismus (Lockjaw): Symptoms, causes & Treatments

jaw anatomy

by Dr. P.Senthilkumar M.D.S., | February 3rd, 2026

Have you ever woken up and felt like your jaw was just stuck? Or maybe after a long dental appointment, you realized you could not quite open your mouth wide enough to eat your favorite sandwich. If so, you have likely experienced what medical professionals call trismus, though most people simply know it as lockjaw. … Continue reading Trismus (Lockjaw): Symptoms, causes & Treatments

How To Remove Plaque From Teeth?

Dental Blog, Dental Care Tips

by Dr. P.Senthilkumar M.D.S., | January 7th, 2026

Run your tongue over your teeth at night and feel that faint fuzz? That is plaque starting its shift. It is not leftover food. It is a living layer of bacteria that forms daily and does not take days off. Leave plaque alone and it hardens its position. Cavities, gum disease, and links to systemic … Continue reading How To Remove Plaque From Teeth?

Why Does My Tooth Hurt When I Bite Down?

Dental Care Tips

by Dr. P.Senthilkumar M.D.S., | January 5th, 2026

That sharp shock when you bite into food is never random. It’s your tooth telling you something is wrong. Patients often notice it at the worst time, usually while chewing, and just as the clinic is closing. The pain feels sudden, electric, and very specific. Dentists call this pressure related tooth pain. It rarely comes … Continue reading Why Does My Tooth Hurt When I Bite Down?

Do Dental Implants Hurt?

Dental Implants

by Dr. P.Senthilkumar M.D.S., | January 3rd, 2026

Dental implants trigger a familiar reaction. Excitement about restoring function, followed by anxiety about pain. The fear is understandable, but it’s largely outdated. With success rates between 95 and 98 percent, modern implant surgery is predictable, controlled, and usually less painful than removing the tooth that caused the problem in the first place. Here’s the … Continue reading Do Dental Implants Hurt?

How Long Does a Root Canal Last Without a Crown?

Root Canal

by Dr. P.Senthilkumar M.D.S., | December 8th, 2025

A root canal saves a tooth from infection, but it does not make the tooth strong. It removes disease, relieves pain, and stabilizes the inside of the tooth. What it does not do is protect the tooth from the daily chewing forces that come next. Once the canal is sealed, the tooth becomes a hollow, … Continue reading How Long Does a Root Canal Last Without a Crown?

How often should you change your Toothbrush?

ToothBrush

by Dr. P.Senthilkumar M.D.S., | December 4th, 2025

People love repeating the golden rules of oral hygiene. Brush twice a day. Use fluoride. Floss something, anything. Visit your dentist. All good advice. But those habits only work if the tool doing the job is actually capable of doing it. A worn toothbrush is little more than a fuzzy stick pretending to clean. You … Continue reading How often should you change your Toothbrush?

When Do Kids Start Losing Teeth?

Kids Dentistry

by Dr. P.Senthilkumar M.D.S., | December 2nd, 2025

Primary teeth look small and temporary, yet they carry a serious workload. They hold space for permanent teeth, keep the bite balanced, help a child chew well, and support clear speech. Because their enamel is thin, they decay faster than adult teeth, which means problems can escalate quickly.   The mixed dentition stage spans roughly … Continue reading When Do Kids Start Losing Teeth?