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Mar 03

Sterilization and Infection Control

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So now, more than ever, the possibility of getting infected while undergoing dental treatment is practically NIL. WHAT IS CROSS-INFECTION? It is the transmission of diseases from one patient to another, or from the patient to the dentist, or vice-versa. This is prevented by the routine practice of Universal Infection Control, so described because […]
Mar 03

Aging and Your Teeth

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Our first adult tooth erupts at around with age of six and stays with us for as long as we can maintain it. As we age, the adult teeth are subjected to the following processes: Wear and tear from chewing food and excessive grinding habits, Erosion from acidic food and beverages and gastric reflux; and […]
Mar 03

Tooth Sensitivity

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Many people would have experienced a sharp pain or discomfort when they drink cold water, have sweet and sour food or drinks, or even breathing in cold air. The pain is usually of very short duration and can happen on more than one tooth. IS SENSITIVE TEETH A COMMON PROBLEM? It can affect more than […]
Mar 03

Sports Mouthguard

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A mouthguard is a protective device that is worn over the teeth to prevent injury to the teeth, gums, jawbone and lips. Most often, it is worn over the upper teeth only, however, in special instances determined by your dentist, it may be required for the lower teeth as well. It can be worn by both […]
Mar 03

Children’s Dentistry

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TOOTH DECAY IN CHILDREN Tooth decay is a bacterial disease of the teeth and can occur as long as there are teeth present in the mouth, regardless of age. Early childhood caries is a chronic disease that usually takes months to develop; a common early sign of the disease is the appearance of […]
Mar 03

Replacing a Lost Tooth

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DENTURES A denture is commonly known as false teeth as it replaces missing natural teeth. It can be made of plastic or a combination of metal and plastic. It can be taken in and out of the mouth by the wearer. BRIDGES IMPLANTS Conventional bridges or dentures may not be your only options when replacing missing […]
Mar 03

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

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WHAT ARE WISDOM TEETH? They are the third permanent molars and are the last teeth to develop. They erupt or come up into the mouth in our late teens or early twenties. We can have up to four wisdom teeth, two in the upper jaw and two in the lower. WHY SHOULD THEY BE REMOVED? […]
Mar 03

Root Canal Treatment

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WHAT CAUSES TOOTHACHE? Toothache is the common term for pulpitis, inflammation of the tooth pulp. Tooth pulp is the living tissue found in the tooth and it is a fragile tissue that contains blood vessels, nerves and connective tissue .The pulp is protected by the encasing tooth structure from bacterial infection. In the presence of […]
Mar 03

Braces

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Braces are devices which gently correct irregularities in the arrangement of your teeth. They are also called orthodontic appliances. Braces treatment, also known as orthodontic treatment, aims at correcting malocclusion and bringing teeth and jaws into a harmonious position with the face. This may improve appearance, oral health and function. Article contributed by the […]
Mar 03

Cosmetic (Aesthetic) Dentistry

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WHY ARE MY TEETH YELLOW? Very few people have really white teeth. If your teeth are yellowish, it does not necessarily mean that your teeth are weak or unhealthy. The bulk of teeth is formed by dentine which is yellowish in colour. This colour can be seen through the relatively translucent enamel. Teeth darken with […]

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