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

Are gaps between your teeth not letting you smile openly? Then, dental bonding is your superhero. It is a procedure in which a very thin layer tooth colored material is applied on the tooth and hardened with the help of visible light. The material bonds to the tooth and improves the overall appearance of teeth .  When is Dental Bonding Used? ·          To close gaps between two teeth ·          To repair chips, cracks or fracture in tooth/teeth ·          To restore decayed teeth by filling a cavity with tooth-colored material ·          To change the shape, size, shade of a tooth/teeth. ·          To improve appearance of discolored teeth. ·          To protect the root of a tooth after it’s been exposed by receding gums ·          To add an overall appeal in the smile. Advantages of dental bonding ·         No natural tooth structure is removed. ·         Time efficient procedure which gives immediate results in fewer visits. ·         It can

Just got a cavity filled?.. Floss. New cap?..  Floss. Whitened your tooth?.. Floss. Just ate food?.. Floss. Why so much flossing? Did you know a single piece of dental floss can help you prevent gum disease and cavities ?? Flossing is the easiest, cheapest and most neglected advice of a dentist. Floss.. Floss your way to healthy teeth Brushing does not always remove the food trapped in between teeth. Cleaning between your teeth with floss helps remove a sticky film called  plaque . Plaque contains bacteria that feed on leftover food or sugar in your mouth. Plaque that is not removed by brushing and cleaning between your teeth can eventually harden into a rough substance called tartar. Tartar collects along your gum line and can lead to gum disease. Once tartar forms, only your dentist can remove it. Another reason to floss is to avoid cavities. The bacterial reaction with sugar releases an acid that can eat away at the outer shell of your teeth and cause cavities.

You have usually seen a big frown on your child’s face as soon as the word “Dentist” comes up. The panic is because of a big guy with scary instruments and needles working in their mouth.  It is very important to make the child like the dentist so that they understand the importance of good teeth. Parents concerned about the child’s teeth should follow some simple steps: Begin early Begin at home and at an early age. Brush your child’s mouth when their first teeth come out. Get your child to a dentist by the time they turn 1. This will get them accustomed to the dentist and the environment at a young age and reduce chances of fear from the dentist. Promote oral health Parents can start by making a regular brushing schedule. They must also tag along and follow the schedule. The child should be encouraged and be rewarded.Tell them that visiting a dentist will make their teeth stronger and keep them germ free. Having a positive attitude Be a positive role model.