Oral thrush occurs when yeast infections develop inside the mouth. It is also called oropharyngeal candidiasis, oral candidiasis, or just thrush. It mostly affects babies and toddlers, but adults also need to be on the lookout. Thrush causes yellowish or…
A perfect smile conveys to the entire world that you are a confident and happy person. Having a thorough dental checkup and visiting an orthodontist, when required, ensure that your pearly whites are in the right condition. According to the…
Brushing and flossing aren’t enough for healthy teeth. We all need to have regular dental checkups to help identify and treat issues early enough. However, not everyone enjoys visiting the dentist’s office. The reason? Dental a fear and anxiety! Many…
Wisdom tooth removal is one of the commonly sought-after dental procedures. It’s also scary and is dreaded by many. However, not everyone with chipped or broken teeth undergoes wisdom tooth removal; the dentist examines you and performs the right procedure…
Peri-implant diseases are common inflammatory conditions that affect the gum tissues around dental implants. A perfect example is Peri-implant mucositis. Can I tell you about it? It’s an inflammatory lesion of the soft tissues surrounding a dental implant but doesn’t…
Tooth grinding is a prevalent issue that affects men and women alike. If left untreated, enamel grinding can result in severe dental problems. Sadly, many people don’t realize how enamel grinding can impact their overall health. Tooth grinding can damage…
A root fracture is a traumatic injury to your tooth and may cause vertical or horizontal root crack. The location and direction of the fracture determine the outlook of your tooth in the long term. Fractured roots aren’t always visible and…
White teeth are associated with good oral hygiene. If you have white, evenly shaped teeth, you can smile confidently and attract many people. But, if your teeth are blackish with traces or tarter, not everyone will enjoy seeing you smile….
What is peri-implantitis? It is a destructive inflammatory process, which affects the hard and soft tissues surrounding dental implants. Usually, the soft tissues get inflamed, while hard tissue (alveolar bone) surrounding the implant for retention purposes becomes lost over time….
Culturally, orthodontic treatments have been the realm of teenagers, making many adults leery of visiting an orthodontist for the first time. Plus, many people believe that an orthodontic examination would happen at 8-9. However, it is vital for every adult to…