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20 Frequently Prescribed Medication By Dentists

August 18, 2021Dr Balasubramanya

We are well aware of the variety of diseases involving the oral cavity, but the good part is that there are also a number of drugs that help you fight the disease! Dentists or dental professionals prescribe medications depending on the condition – certain medicines are prescribed to prevent or treat infection, reduce pain and […]

4 important things you need to know about Preventive Dentistry

July 30, 2021Dr Balasubramanya

Preventive dentistry is the practice of maintaining oral health and hygiene to keep your teeth healthy. But it goes way beyond that. Through this article, we bring to you the main highlights of preventive dentistry – What is preventive dentistry, what are the benefits of preventive dentistry, and what kind of dental procedures are involved […]

Ease your Dentophobia – How to overcome dental anxiety ?

July 29, 2021Dr Balasubramanya

Imagine you are suffering from a severe toothache, would you prefer to bear the pain or immediately visit the dentist? If you fear going to the dentist, you are not alone! Many people avoid going to the dentist because of anxiety or fear. If you too do, then you might have Dentophobia. What is Dentophobia? […]

Why do we have wisdom teeth? 3 crucial facts you should know

July 22, 2021Dr. Ramya

Usually, between 17 and 25 years of age, wisdom teeth make their appearance in the far reaches of your mouth. They are officially the third molars – two appear on the top and two on the bottom, as part of a complete set of 32 adult teeth. But why are wisdom teeth called wisdom teeth? […]

5 important things every person with dentures must know

July 15, 2021Dr Balasubramanya

Looking for tooth replacement treatment options? For years, dentures have been known as the go-to dental appliances for replacing missing teeth. Although these are not the only solution for tooth/teeth replacement, there are several ways to replace missing teeth and your dentist will be able to recommend the best option for you, whether it’s a […]

Oral Piercings – Not so cool for your health

April 25, 2021Dr Balasubramanya

Oral Piercings and your health An oral or mouth piercing is a small piercing in the tongue, lip, cheek, or uvula (teardrop-shaped soft tissue that hangs down the back of your throat.) where you can wear jewellery. Many get these piercings as a form of self-expression, or as part of their culture or something they […]

Osteoporosis and oral health – Are they linked?

April 20, 2021Dr Balasubramanya

Is there a connection between Osteoporosis and oral health? Before dwelling in to osteoporosis and oral health, let’s first understand what is ostoporosis. It is a condition in which the bones become less dense and are more likely to fracture, it is a generalized skeletal disease, which has emerged as a major health problem mostly […]

Is your Gummy Smile Bothering you? Here’s how it can be fixed

April 7, 2021Dr Balasubramanya

How to fix your gummy smile? Hiding your smile because your gums are more prominent? Is this causing you to be more self-conscious? Are you sometimes embarrassed by it in a public setting? Can you imagine the bittersweet feeling of being embarrassed every time you laugh in delight? Well, we do and we believe no […]

Debunking 5 Common Myths About Tooth Extraction

March 30, 2021Dr Balasubramanya

Myths about tooth extraction ?. Let’s face it, the very thought of tooth extraction is unpleasant and if you ask people regarding their experience with tooth extraction, you might receive varied answers – Some are most likely to exaggerate terrifying tales; while some will simply explain the whole process. These terrifying tales will make most […]

Tooth Cervical Abrasion, Causes, Treatment and prevention

March 24, 2021Dr Balasubramanya

Cervical Abrasion: When you look at your teeth in the mirror do you notice a groove at the gum line or in the area where the tooth meets gum? If yes, your tooth enamel is wearing out. These are known as abrasions, the abrasions that are seen on the neck of the tooth near the […]