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  Tooth sensitivity is a common problem faced by many of us. If hot, cold, sweet, very acidic foods and drinks or breathing in cold atmosphere makes your teeth or a tooth sensitive or painful then you have sensitive teeth.   Sensitivity often occurs when the layer of teeth beneath the enamel called the dentin becomes exposed due to erosion of the enamel or recession of the gums which might cause sharp sensation in your teeth.   What are the causes of sensitivity? 1.        Excessive brushing – brushing with excess force or using hard bristled tooth brush causes erosion of enamel, which leads to sensitivity. 2.        Acidic food – acid from certain foods strips the minerals from the enamel. 3.        Bruxism – Grinding teeth at night or during the day consciously or sub consciously causes sensitivity. 4.        Gum diseases - Receding gum...

  A great smile can make a huge difference to the way we look and feel and to the way in which other people react to us. An improved smile can help you look younger and healthier. Whether your teeth are not as light or as straight as you would like, one or more of your teeth are missing, or you have a few chips and cracks to repair, cosmetic dentistry can help. Modern cosmetic dentistry can ensure that you achieve significant improvements for your smile, which you will be longing to show off!!!   Different ways to enhance your smile: Teeth whitening… Teeth get discolored with age due to wearing off of enamel. There are many other reasons like excessive consumption of tea, coffee and aerated drinks which also contribute in discoloring your teeth. Well, all this can be sorted and you can get back your lost shine in just an hour by getting teeth whitening done. Dental bonding… This is the quickest way to get the most perfect teeth. Your dentist will properly iso...

  “A better life starts with a beautiful smile” Your child just started teething and you are all confused about how to take care of his oral cavity from this age itself,so as to prevent any sort of oral infections and decay. Well then this article is just for you… Baby teeth do matter… The 20 baby teeth are place holders for 32 adult teeth that will eventually replace them…that’s why you should keep baby teeth as healthy as possible as any problem in baby teeth will lead to problems in the adult teeth. First dental visit… Your child’s first dental visit should be in their first year as soon as their first tooth appears . This is the best time to learn all about your child’s teething process and how to take care of them. Gum care… You can take care of your child’s gums even before it has got any teeth. After feeding just take a soft moistened cloth and rub it along and around the gum area. Bottle feeding… Many kids develop a habit of drinking milk from the bottle...