“Top 5 questions you should ask your dentist during your consultation “

So think of the last time when you went to your dentist…if it’s been a while then it’s time to schedule that appointment. Whether you are 80 or 8, oral health is important. Don’t procrastinate dental issues…if you have even a minor problem get it checked and treated at the very early stage itself. Here are few signs that will help you know when it’s time to visit a dentist… 1)            Bad breath… If you have bad odor coming from your mouth all the time then it’s for sure there is a lot of bacteria built-up in your mouth which needs to be cleaned. Even after the removal of tartar and plaque if you experience a bad taste lingering around it’s likely that you have an infection prevailing and should visit a dentist immediately. 2)            Sensitivity… If you feel discomfort in your teeth every time you have anything hot, cold, sour or sweet then you should visit your d...

So you went to your dentist and you were told to get scaling(oral prophylaxis) done and all of sudden all those myths and misconceptions you have heard about teeth cleaning started rushing into your mind…but not to worry, by the end of this article all your doubts about oral prophylaxis will be explained. So to know about scaling first we should understand what is scaling,why is it important, and who needs it. What is oral prophylaxis?? It is a common dental procedure for patients with gum disease. It is a type of dental cleaning that reaches below the gum line to remove the plaque build-up. Why is it important?? Everyone experiences some form of plaque buildup. There is a thin layer that covers your teeth almost all times formed by the presence of saliva, bacteria and proteins in your mouth. The bacteria that lives in the plaque causes gum diseases and tooth decay if not taken care of. Gum disease is a disease that will not get better on its own, it will continue to ...