Burning Mouth Syndrome (BMS) is a perplexing and very often debilitating chronic pain condition. It is characterized by a persistent burning in the mouth, affecting the tongue, lips, gums, or the entire oral cavity. What makes BMS challenging is the absence of any visible lesions or identifiable medical…
Read MoreA Tooth Extraction leads to several consequences for the remaining teeth. One major issue is the shifting of adjacent teeth into the empty space, disrupting proper alignment. Over the period of time, neighboring teeth may tilt or rotate, causing bite problems and misalignment. This teeth movement can also…
Read MoreDentures are false teeth that patients use after loss of natural teeth. They feel quite different from natural set of teeth, and the experience varies from person to person. Denture adjustment takes time. The wearers notice some common sensations when they first get dentures. Initial Discomfort: When you…
Read MoreThe dramatic dietary shift consumed by our ancestors to the modern diet has significantly lessened the need for chewing. Our diet contains soft-food abundant in processed items. On the other hand, our ancestors used to consume tough, fibrous foods. This dietary evolution underscores the profound effect of food…
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Fluoride is a naturally occurring mineral commonly added to drinking water, toothpaste, and dental treatments to prevent tooth decay. While it is generally considered safe and beneficial for dental health, some individuals report adverse reactions to fluoride exposure, raising questions about the possibility of a fluoride allergy. True…
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Dental pellicle is a thin layer of salivary proteins that forms on the surface of teeth shortly after tooth brushing. It adheres firmly to the enamel of teeth creating a protective layer. The pellicle acts as a conditioning layer that facilitates the adhesion of early bacterial colonizing bacteria to the…
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Screen time Screen Time refers to the amount of time a person spends using electronic devices with screens, such as televisions, smartphones, tablets, computers, and video game consoles. Adults and children are exposed to screens for entertainment, education, and social interaction. Most parents, due to busy schedules, allow…
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Jaw joint is known as Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) that acts like a sliding hinge. It connects the lower jaw to the cranium. There is a well-established link between chewing gum and jaw joint pain, also known as Temporomandibular Disorders (TMD). While occasional, moderate gum chewing might not cause…
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Water fluoridation is the process of adjusting the natural fluoride concentration in public water supplies to a level that helps prevent tooth decay. Since its introduction in the 20th century, it has been widely adopted in many countries as a public health measure. While proponents argue that fluoridation…
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Fissure sealants are protective plastic coatings applied to the chewing surfaces of back teeth to prevent tooth decay by sealing off the pits and fissures where food and bacteria can get trapped and initiate tooth decay. Molars and Premolars are the back teeth. They have deep pits and fissures that…
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