Wisdom teeth develop late. The mineralization process takes 13-14 years, and these teeth come anytime between age 18 and 25, which is when the human brain also becomes fully mature. The wisdom teeth have been called so since the eighteenth century and represent the eighth tooth from the central line of the human jaw. They [...]
A tooth becomes abscessed when it becomes affected by an infection, and an infected tooth causes a tremendous amount of pain. More importantly, the problem with an abscessed tooth is that it can cause the infection to spread to the surrounding teeth, which in turn, can ultimately lead to several different oral issues as well [...]
The human body is a miraculous thing -- it has its way of fighting infections and diseases. When the body is in combat mode, it always gives out signals. However, more often than not, we choose to ignore these signals. How many times does it happen that we experience pain in some part of our [...]
Halitosis or bad breath is not a rare condition, it affects almost 25% of adults. Though there can be many different reasons responsible for halitosis, the most common one seems to be bad oral hygiene. Since halitosis is a common condition, we dedicate this article to discussing its causes, symptoms, and treatment options. Causes Bad [...]
Teeth whitening products have gained immense popularity in the recent past. However, anyone who has used these products or gone through the process will tell you that when it comes to your teeth, you must choose to trust only the very best. If you wish to get teeth whitening done, do not just pick up [...]
Bleeding gums is a common problem, and many people experience it. However, it is something that most people chose to ignore as there isn't much awareness regarding bleeding gums. Bleeding gums is a problem that affects those people who do not practice good oral hygiene -- if you are someone who does not brush and [...]
The bacteria do not stop working ever -- they continue to do the damage even when you are sleeping. Thus, dentists recommend people maintain good oral hygiene and develop good night-time oral habits to stay away from infections. In this article, we share with you five night-time healthy oral habits that will help you stay [...]
Over the last few years, more and more people have started showing interest and trust in dental bonding. Suddenly, the demand for dentists with experience in this particular area has also increased. Dental bonding is a tricky procedure. Thus, if you are planning to get this procedure done, make it a point to find someone [...]
Sucking on the thumb and pacifier is a habit that most kids and babies have. They display this behavior when feeling comfortable, nervous, or engaged in their sleep. Though considered normal, thumb sucking and pacifier use is an unhealthy habit that babies or kids should stop doing once they reach a specific age. Just imagine [...]
A dentist is a lifetime partner in providing yourself and your family with warm confident smiles. Don't just pick anyone. Though dentists are many. only a few really know how to do their craft. But that's not all. Transferring from one dentist to another isn't easy and a smart thing to do. Experts advise that [...]
