Monthly Archives: April 2014
Some Things to Consider When Selecting an Orthodontist
Did you know that straight teeth help to speak, chew and bite effectively and are less prone to injury and decay unlike crooked teeth? Misaligned jaws contribute to abnormal wear of tooth surfaces and excessive stress on the bone that supports the teeth and the jaw points and also gum tissues. Straight teeth are very important for optimal health. It is best to correct tooth and jaw misalignment at an early stage in order to prevent these problems. Early correction will also avoid any serious problems which might develop due to delay in treatment.
Wisdom Teeth Removal Recovery Tips
Most of us will not look forward to getting our wisdom teeth removed. But, removing it really helps as it helps you to maintain your oral health. After your wisdom tooth/teeth have been removed, the oral surgeon will give you the necessary instructions which will give you a lot of relief.
Here are a few wisdom teeth removal recovery tips which will make the whole experience bearable and smoother.
- Rest: Relax and take ample rest which will help you to recover faster. Get plenty of sleep for at least 2 to 3 days after surgery.
Wisdom Tooth Surgery Pune - Why They Need To Be Removed
What are wisdom teeth?
The wisdom teeth or third molars grow at the back of the gums. They are the last set of teeth that emerge and many people have four wisdom teeth with one in each corner. They usually grow through the gums during the later teenage years or in the early twenties when the other 28 adult permanent teeth are in place.
Why should I go in for a Root Canal Treatment?
Why should I go in for a root canal treatment?
Have you ever been told by your dentist that you need to go in for a root canal treatment? Now, what is a root canal treatment? A root canal is a dental treatment which is used to repair a tooth that is badly infected or decayed and save it. The root canal treatment procedure is performed when the nerve of the tooth is infected or the pulp becomes damaged. During the root canal treatment the nerve and the pulp is removed and the inner side of the tooth or teeth is cleaned and sealed.
How will you know if Orthodontic treatment is required?
Orthodontics is considered to be the first specialty of dentistry that refers to the study and treatment of improper bites or malocclusions and crooked teeth. This difficulty in biting may be due to the following factors:
- Irregularity of tooth
- Disproportionate jaw relationships