About Dental

Brushing isn’t enough to clean all of the plaque from the surface of teeth. Places in between teeth and below the gumline can’t be reached by toothbrush and plaque can build up. Daily flossing helps to remove this plaque.
When left undisturbed plaque can transform into dental tartar(calcified plaque). The calcification process is aided by minerals from saliva and other oral fluids. The transformation of dental plaque into tartar can take place in 24 to 72 hours. Once dental tartar has fully formed on teeth it can’t be brushed or flossed off. Flossing daily cleanses dental plaque away before it transforms into tartar.

Most bacteria present in the mouth are called anaerobic meaning they thrive in environments that lack ample amounts of oxygen. They thrive uncontrolled in mouths that are not brushed properly often leading to periodontal disease and tooth decay resulting in fallout. Chlorine is primarily a sanitizing agent but used as is can result in serious injury for it eats away tissue being caustic thus making it useless for dental use. Chlorine Dioxide on the other hand is a form of stabilized chlorine that reacts with the many gasses that results in bad breath neutralizing it thus eliminating the odor.
It also has the advantage of producing oxygen which is also an anti bacterial that kills off the bacteria as it oxidizes. It also makes the environment oxygen rich hence lessening the chances of bacteria to survive in the mouth. Used in toothpaste or as a gargle it really helps lower the bacterial levels while clearing away the odor. Mouthwash that contain chlorine dioxide also tends to be milder for with no alcohol, the sting is removed thus making the process of gargling recently brushed teeth and gums(that sometimes get bruised and scratched).

Parents tend to be too careful when it comes to the care of their child’s teeth but too much care may have a downside that will only become apparent in later life. Wisdom teeth (baby teeth) as they are called come out a few months after birth and continue to grow in place till the toddler stage. Teeth care is a must but too much as we have said can result in impacted tooth with permanent teeth growing erratically resulting in discomfort and even painful conditions.
Emergencies with teeth due to knocks and falls are common as any parent knows and they usually result in no permanent damage for new teeth do grow in after a couple of months. It is a good idea to get your little one to the dentist for proper management which can allow proper maintenance of your child’s teeth preventing problems later on. Regular check-ups is also a must to allow proper care for developing problems. An apple a day might keep the dentist away, but a twice a year visit can help you keep a mouthful of sparkling healthy teeth.

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Dentistry is the assessment, diagnosis, prevention and/or treatment (sugical, non-surgical or related procedures) of diseases, disorders or conditions of the oral cavity or the adjacent and associated structures and their effect on the human anatomy. Dentistry is essential for overall oral health. Other people involved in the oral health service are the dental hygienists, dental assistants, dental technicians and dental therapists. Dentistry normally includes procedures and processes associated with the oral cavity. Typical treatments usually include teeth surgery as treatment for carries or cavities. Ruined teeth can be filled with dental amalgams, dental composites, dental porcelains, precious and non-precious metals.

Wisdom teeth are third molars found at the back of your mouth. Most people have four wisdom teeth, two on top, two on bottom. These are the last of your teeth to erupt through the gums and they normally emerge between ages 17 and 21.

At times, wisdom teeth aren’t able to come out normally and become trapped within your jaw. Impacted wisdom teeth can cause problems, from nuisance pain to serious dental disorders. They often must be surgically removed. Learning more about impacted wisdom teeth will help you decide when to treat them and how to avoid related complications.

Dental x-rays and diagnostic tests on the infected pulp are to be done to determine if root canal is needed.
Before starting the procedure, administration of anesthesia is needed to make it painless.
To protect teeth from germs in the saliva, a rubber sheet is placed around the teeth.
When the anesthesia takes effect, an opening is made in the tooth to remove the pulp tissue and the area cleaned and enlarged.
After cleaning and shaping the enlarged space, a temporary filing is placed to seal it, and a permanent filling will be done as soon as the dentist specifies it.

Here are some tips to follow when choosing a toothbrush:

The head of the toothbrush should be compact so it could be easily moved at different angels.
Synthetic bristles is  far superior than natural bristles because their quality and size control is better and does not readily absorb fluids or bacteria therefore it’s more hygienic.
A medium textured toothbrush is better for removing plaque
A lightweight handle is easy to grip

Indicator brushes have blue bristles at the center which lose color with wear and are good for monitoring brushing techniques.

For teeth with braces, orthodontic brushes with groove in the middle are recommended.

Over-brushing – hard brushing will abrade and wear away the enamel layer of teeth and may also cause the gum to recede.
Teeth as tools – biting on hard objects, using teeth as bottle openers can chip their edges.
Overuse of toothpick – using toothpicks create wider gaps between teeth and may cause lesion in the enamel and dentin.
Ice cubes and hard candies – eating these may fracture the molars’ crowns exposing the pulp resulting to toothaches.
Thumb sucking – this interferes which the normal development of jaw resulting to anterior open bite or posterior cross bite.
Tooth grinding –most common cause of wearing away of enamel and dentin.

Tooth sensitivity is a short, sharp pain due to temperature, touch and osmotic stimuli. It is usually triggered by hot, cold, sweet and sour food or even by just brushing. It is caused by the stimulation of cells within tubules located in the dentin. When the enamel is worn down or the gum recedes, these tubules become exposed causing it to be sensitive.

Sensitivity is one of the most common complaints of dental patients, but more often they are just temporary discomforts.  When pain is very high, see your dentist because this might be a sign of unhealthy tooth.