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What Does Scalloped Tongue Mean And How To Treat It?

Dental Blog, Teeth grinding

by Dr. P.Senthilkumar M.D.S., | November 6th, 2024

Scalloped tongue is usually a non-painful condition in which the sides of the tongue have a wavy or rippled appearance. These ridges on the side of your tongue may develop due to dehydration, sleep disorders, anxiety, nutritional deficiencies, and several physical conditions. It’s very rarely considered a serious problem, so consulting with a doctor is … Continue reading What Does Scalloped Tongue Mean And How To Treat It?

Top Celebrities with Dental Implants : Before and After

Dental Implants

by Dr. P.Senthilkumar M.D.S., | October 28th, 2024

When it comes to maintaining a flawless smile, celebrities are no strangers to cosmetic dental treatments. From teeth whitening to veneers, they often turn to dental enhancements to perfect their appearances. However, for some stars, a simple whitening or straightening isn’t enough. Dental implants have become a go-to solution for those seeking a permanent and … Continue reading Top Celebrities with Dental Implants : Before and After

What Is Tartar on Teeth and Why is Tartar Breaking Off Teeth?

dental plaque, Tartar

by Dr. P.Senthilkumar M.D.S., | October 9th, 2024

More than 50% of adults have dental tartar. Most are not careful about their teeth, so dental plaque builds up. If that plaque is not cleared within 24 – 72 hours, it will become hard and form tartar. Tartar buildup can lead to difficulty brushing, cavities, gingivitis, and bad breath. Tartar cannot be removed at … Continue reading What Is Tartar on Teeth and Why is Tartar Breaking Off Teeth?

Drool Rash in Babies: How To Prevent And Treat It

Kids Dentistry

by Dr. P.Senthilkumar M.D.S., | October 3rd, 2024

Baby skins are the softest skins, but too much saliva can cause irritation and turn into a drool rash when the saliva lasts long in your baby’s chin, neck, and even chest. There is no need to worry, as every baby starts drooling when they begin teething. The best is to keep a cloth so … Continue reading Drool Rash in Babies: How To Prevent And Treat It

Mandibular Tori : Causes, Diagnosis and Treatments

Dental Blog, Mandibular Tori

by Dr. P.Senthilkumar M.D.S., | September 21st, 2024

If you feel or look at any hard bump that is covered by normal gum tissues at the roof of the mouth (palate) then you are having dental tori, which is also known as torus mandibularis. The growth of these tori is not dangerous and need not be removed until it causes complications with eating … Continue reading Mandibular Tori : Causes, Diagnosis and Treatments

How long Until a Tooth Infection kills You?

Tooth Abscess

by Dr. P.Senthilkumar M.D.S., | September 16th, 2024

An infected tooth is an indication that bacteria has already entered into our soft tissues. These bacteria can spread to the tissues across the other body parts within a week or months to cause life-threatening complications. Therefore, untreated tooth infection has a rare and possible chance of causing death. But the answer to the question … Continue reading How long Until a Tooth Infection kills You?

What Causes Black Spots On Tongue

Dental Hygiene, General

by Dr. P.Senthilkumar M.D.S., | September 4th, 2024

Sometimes, when you notice black spots on the tongue, it may disappear within a few hours. That is because most people get black spots on the tongue due to stains on the taste buds. The consumption of foods like black tea, coffee, red wine, blackberries, etc.… will cause stains on the taste buds. Black dots … Continue reading What Causes Black Spots On Tongue

Buck Teeth or Overbite – what are they And How to Treat Them

Buck Teeth, Orthodontics

by Dr. P.Senthilkumar M.D.S., | August 23rd, 2024

Overbite is a condition where the upper teeth project outwards over the lower teeth for various reasons, such as misalignment of the upper or lower jaw and growth of upper teeth at different angles.   Bite or occlusion is used in dentistry to describe the alignment of upper and lower teeth when you close and … Continue reading Buck Teeth or Overbite – what are they And How to Treat Them

Is It Possible to Kill Tooth Pain Nerve in 3 Seconds Permanently?

Tooth nerve, toothache

by Dr. P.Senthilkumar M.D.S., | August 13th, 2024

It’s understandable that everyone has a desire to kill tooth nerve pain permanently in 3 seconds to get relief from tooth nerve pain very fast, as it causes discomfort and affects our daily activities. But Killing Tooth pain nerves permanently in 3 seconds is not possible. That much faster solution to heal tooth pain never … Continue reading Is It Possible to Kill Tooth Pain Nerve in 3 Seconds Permanently?

How Many Teeth Do Humans Have?

Dental Blog, General

by Dr. P.Senthilkumar M.D.S., | August 3rd, 2024

There are various interesting facts about teeth. The most common question is, “How many teeth should I have?”. The short answer is that humans have 20 baby teeth, also known as primary teeth. After exfoliating baby teeth, they develop 32 secondary teeth, also known as adult teeth. These teeth are of various types, each with … Continue reading How Many Teeth Do Humans Have?