There are several new technologies that the field of dentistry has witnessed in the past few years. These innovative technologies have made treating teeth and gum problems a lot easier, giving the patients comfort and relief. Here are the top 10 new Technologies in Dentistry: Dental Implants Dental implants are alternatives for dentures or false…
Dental X-rays are like any other X-rays, they give a clearer picture of what’s inside and help the viewer (the dentist, here) take decisions and act on them. Dental X-rays have become quite common today and are not very risky as the dose of radiation from a dental X-ray is quite low and does not…
If you are a regular denture wearer you may have heard of something called denture adhesive. If you haven’t. it’s time to know a few things about denture adhesive. When you get a new set of dentures you may not feel it necessary to use denture paste to keep your false teeth in position. Denture…
Most people imagine that it is only the elderly who need dentures. The fact of the matter is that dentures are needed by old people and youngsters alike. All that is required is a few missing teeth and you are the right candidate for a new set of dentures. As per surveys conducted recently over…
Losing a couple of teeth is not a big deal these days and one need not worry too much about it. Thanks to dentures, missing teeth can be replaced, giving back the patient the full smile on his or her face. Dentures can be partial or complete, as the case may be. Patients need to…
Taking care of your teeth should come high on the list of your priorities. However, if you fail to maintain dental hygiene and fix issues at once you are likely to face permanent dental problems. It is advisable for all to visit a dentist at least once in 6 months. Choosing the right dentist can…
Most of the denture wearers face problems when it comes to selecting the best foods to eat. Dentures always leave tiny spaces which is where minute food particles tend to settle down. Moreover, trying to bite into any hard foodstuff can dislodge your denture and cause you embarrassment. No one can stop you from choosing…
Denture wearers have started using denture adhesive to fix their dentures so that they stay firmly in position without causing any embarrassment. However, if the zinc content is higher than permissible limits, it could mean a lot of trouble for you. There are a few brands of denture adhesive creams that contain high levels of…
A visit to the dentist can be a scary experience. You are not alone, 8 out of 10 people say that they get nervous just before visiting a dentist. If you are scared yourself, what about your kids? They should be terrified too. The problem is a visit to the dentist is inevitable if you…
If you are a diabetic it is important that you keep your blood glucose levels well under control. This is not just from a general health point of view but taking into consideration your oral health as well. Simply put, if you fail to control your diabetes it is highly likely that you will end…
