Importance of Pulp Therapy in Milk Teeth

Dental Decay, Milk Teeth, Pediatric Dentistry

[vc_row][vc_column][ultimate_spacer height=”20″][ultimate_heading main_heading=”Importance of Pulp Therapy in Milk Teeth” heading_tag=”h3″ alignment=”left”] Pulp therapy is done in milk teeth when the decay reaches pulp and causes inflammation of pulp, periodontal ligament space or infection reaches underlying bone.  Pulp therapy – Relieves pain Eliminates infections Controls inflammation (which may lead to swelling) Prolongs milk tooth preservation Prevents…

When kids need a Stainless Steel crown on milk teeth

Dental Decay, General Dentistry, Milk Teeth, Pediatric Dentistry

[vc_row][vc_column][ultimate_spacer height=”20″][ultimate_heading main_heading=”When kids need a Stainless Steel crown on milk teeth” heading_tag=”h3″ alignment=”left” margin_design_tab_text=””] Stainless steel crowns are used commonly for repairing and preserving severely damaged and decayed milk teeth. They have advantages of low cost, reliability, and durability. Stainless Steel Crowns are required in some situations – After pulp therapy High chances of…

Symptoms in different Stages of Dental Caries

Dental Decay, Milk Teeth

[vc_row][vc_column][ultimate_spacer height=”20″][ultimate_heading main_heading=”Symptoms in different Stages of Dental Caries” heading_tag=”h3″ alignment=”left” margin_design_tab_text=””] Dental caries harms the tooth leading to various symptoms depending on stage of decay. White spots to brownish spots- Affects the appearance of teeth Decay extending into enamel- Affects the appearance due to darker color and may be visible as a hole in…

Stages of Dental Caries

Dental Decay, General Dentistry, Milk Teeth, Pediatric Dentistry

[vc_row][vc_column][ultimate_spacer height=”20″][ultimate_heading main_heading=”Stages of Dental Caries” heading_tag=”h3″ alignment=”left” margin_design_tab_text=””] Dental caries is an infectious and transmissible disease because it is caused by bacteria colonizing the tooth surfaces. Dental caries progresses in stages  Stage 1: White spots to brownish spots Stage 2: Decay extending into enamel  Stage 3: Decay extending into dentin Stage 4: Local infection…

Stages of Dental Caries

Dental Decay, General Dentistry, Milk Teeth, Pediatric Dentistry

[vc_row][vc_column][ultimate_spacer height=”20″][ultimate_heading main_heading=”Stages of Dental Caries” heading_tag=”h3″ alignment=”left” margin_design_tab_text=””] Dental caries is an infectious and transmissible disease because it is caused by bacteria colonizing the tooth surfaces. Dental caries progresses in stages  Stage 1: White spots to brownish spots Stage 2: Decay extending into enamel  Stage 3: Decay extending into dentin Stage 4: Local infection…

Importance of Milk Teeth

Dental Decay, Milk Teeth, Pediatric Dentistry

[vc_row][vc_column][ultimate_spacer height=”20″][ultimate_heading main_heading=”Importance of Milk Teeth” heading_tag=”h3″ alignment=”left” margin_design_tab_text=””] Milk teeth or baby teeth are replaced by permanent teeth. During the time they are in a child’s mouth, they perform important functions- Help in chewing, hence, digestion and nutrition affecting overall growth Development of speech Growth of upper and lower jaw Aids in smiling and…

Good Dental Occlusion

Dental Decay, General Dentistry, Milk Teeth

[vc_row][vc_column][ultimate_spacer height=”20″][ultimate_heading main_heading=”Good Dental Occlusion” heading_tag=”h3″ alignment=”left” margin_design_tab_text=””]Good dental occlusion can be defined as the one with Correct relation of upper and lower jaw Acceptable fit of upper and lower teeth No gaps between teeth Relative harmony in the size of teeth Correct placement of teeth in bone Unrestricted and harmonious movement of lower jaw…

Dental Occlusion

Aligners, Braces, Dental Decay, General Dentistry, Orthodontics

[vc_row][vc_column][ultimate_spacer height=”20″][ultimate_heading main_heading=”Dental Occlusion” heading_tag=”h3″ alignment=”left” margin_design_tab_text=””] Dental occlusion is the way teeth fit when the upper and lower jaws come together. Dental Occlusion affects  Teeth and gums Chewing efficiency and Chewing muscles Facial muscles Growth of upper and lower jaw  Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Body posture and balance Brain activity Good dental occlusion not only…

What is dental decay?

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…