Common Oral Ulcers: Apthous Ulcers

[vc_row][vc_column][ultimate_spacer height=”20″][ultimate_heading main_heading=”Common Oral Ulcers: Apthous Ulcers” heading_tag=”h3″ alignment=”left” margin_design_tab_text=””] Apthous ulcers are one of the most common mouth ulcers. Scientifically, they are known as Recurrent aphthous stomatitis (RAS).   In appearance, Apthous ulcers are Small (0.5 cm to 1 cm diameter) in size Round to ovoid in shape Yellowish in colour with surrounding reddishness They…

Aligners cons

Aligners Cons

[vc_row][vc_column][ultimate_spacer height=”20″][ultimate_heading main_heading=”Aligners Cons” heading_tag=”h3″ alignment=”left” margin_design_tab_text=””] Even though aligners offer better aesthetics and patient satisfaction, they have some limitations. Cons of Aligners- Aligners are costly Dependence on patients’ cooperation and willingness to wear the aligners Some cases need attachments to be bonded on teeth surface Use of temporary anchorage devices may be required in…

Are aligners better than braces

Are aligners better than braces?

[vc_row][vc_column][ultimate_spacer height=”20″][ultimate_heading main_heading=”Are aligners better than braces?” heading_tag=”h3″ alignment=”left” margin_design_tab_text=””]Aligners are a better choice than fixed appliances for mild cases. Aligners when compared to fixed braces offer added advantages   Better results with aligners  Faster treatment Lesser number of visits to Orthodontics Lesser emergency visits Aligners can also be used in complex cases with caution. [/ultimate_heading][ultimate_spacer height=”15″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_toggle…

Aligners Advantages

[vc_row][vc_column][ultimate_spacer height=”20″][ultimate_heading main_heading=”Aligners Advantages” heading_tag=”h3″ alignment=”left” margin_design_tab_text=””] Aligners are one of the most advanced and popular options for getting teeth straightened. Aligners advantages – Aligners are invisible Very easy to use and can be removed anytime Aligners can be removed before drinking & eating No eating/ drinking restrictions Easy to wear and take off Easy…

What is dental decay?

[vc_row][vc_column][ultimate_spacer height=”20″][ultimate_heading main_heading=”What is dental decay?” heading_tag=”h3″ alignment=”left” margin_design_tab_text=””] Dental decay is also called dental caries. It is caused by microorganisms that stay on teeth in the form of layers known as biofilm. Dental caries depends on multiple factors like the types of microorganisms, availability of sugars, quality of tooth surface, saliva, amount of time…

How should you breathe in a relaxed state?

[vc_row][vc_column][ultimate_spacer height=”20″][ultimate_heading main_heading=”How should you breathe in a relaxed state?” heading_tag=”h3″ alignment=”left”][/ultimate_heading][ultimate_spacer height=”15″][vc_column_text] Breathe in and out through nose with tongue sticking to palate and lips lightly in contact Activity of Diaphragm while breathing in and relaxation while breathing out 8-12 breaths per minute Silent (without any sound from nose, throat or chest) [/vc_column_text][ultimate_spacer height=”20″][vc_toggle…

Mouth breathing effects on Jaws

Effects of mouth breathing on jaws of children & adolescents

[vc_row][vc_column][ultimate_spacer height=”20″][ultimate_heading main_heading=”Effects of mouth breathing on jaws of children & adolescents” heading_tag=”h3″ alignment=”left” margin_design_tab_text=””][/ultimate_heading][ultimate_spacer height=”15″][vc_column_text]Habit of mouth breathing alters the balance of muscles of orofacial region. This muscle imbalance, if not corrected, leads to changes in jaws. Smaller width of upper and lower jaws Inadequate space for tongue Altered structure of jaws Less forward…

Effects of mouth breathing on orofacial muscles of children & adolescents

[vc_row][vc_column][ultimate_spacer height=”20″][ultimate_heading main_heading=”Effects of mouth breathing on orofacial muscles of children & adolescents” heading_tag=”h3″ alignment=”left” margin_design_tab_text=””][/ultimate_heading][ultimate_spacer height=”15″][vc_column_text]In order to breathe through mouth, lips and mouth need to be kept open leading to alteration in the orofacial muscle activities. Normally, there is a balance of muscle forces from inside (tongue) and outside (lips and cheeks). Mouth…

Effects of mouth breathing on faces

Effects of Mouth breathing on faces of children & adolescents

[vc_row][vc_column][ultimate_spacer height=”20″][ultimate_heading main_heading=”Effects of Mouth breathing on faces of children & adolescents” heading_tag=”h3″ alignment=”left” margin_design_tab_text=””][/ultimate_heading][ultimate_spacer height=”15″][vc_column_text]Mouth breathing is a habit when breathing if preferred through mouth instead of nose. This hampers all the functions of nasal breathing and affects the faces of growing children. The facial features observed are- Long and narrow face Increase in…