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

What are wisdom teeth Wisdom teeth are the last 4 teeth in each side of the upper and lower jaw. They usually erupt between 17 to late 20s. Wisdom teeth often come out with pain and uneasiness as they don’t always have sufficient place in the mouth. More often than not they come out at an un-favorable angulation causing trouble to the other teeth. The patient has pain in the jaw, sometimes radiating to the head and neck .Other symptoms are swelling in the gums, not able to chew properly or open the mouth.Then visiting the dentist and removing the teeth is the only option. Before removal of teeth ·          At the dentist’s clinic, a complete examination is done and the severity of the pain is understood. ·          A full mouth x ray (OPG) is made to further understand the position and condition of teeth. ·          If the patient has swelling around the teeth then he/she is given antibiotics and called again after 1-2 days for the treatment. ·          The patient

You brush, you floss and you do many things to keep your teeth clean and healthy. But how much have you thought about the specific types of food that go into your mouth. There are foods that can help in keeping your teeth strong and healthy and there are foods that can increase the acidity and erode the enamel. Here is a list of foods.. You SHOULD EAT… ü Some of the best food choices you can make for your oral health include cheeses, meats, nuts, and milk. These foods are high in calcium and phosphorus, two minerals that help to keep your tooth enamel strong. ü Crunchy fruits and vegetables are a great snack for your teeth as they have high fiber and water content which dilutes their natural sugars. When eaten, these foods scrape against teeth and their water content helps to wash away food particles on teeth. ü Water is the best beverage when it comes to the health of your mouth.           You SHOULDN’T EAT… Ø Starchy foods like potato chips, white bread, wh