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E-Cigarettes and Oral Health – How does vaping damage your oral health?

January 30, 2020Dr Balasubramanya

We all know that smoking is bad for oral health. The risk of dental plaque and gum disease increases with smoking. Hence, E-Cigarettes were created and are advertised as a safer option to traditional cigarettes. But here is new research shows that vaping is as bad as smoking conventional cigarettes. How does vaping damage your […]

The Effects Of Periodontal Disease In Children

January 27, 2020Dr Balasubramanya

Periodontal disease not only affects adults but also is common among children and teenagers. According to a survey conducted for WHO in India along with 4 other countries. Periodontitis was observed by age 15; and at 17 years, 10% of Indian boys were known to suffer from it. The underlying cause of the disease was […]

Can gum disease be the cause of Alzheimer’s?

January 15, 2020Dr Balasubramanya

Definitions: Alzheimer’s disease – A type of dementia that causes progressive memory loss. Gum disease – An infection that damages the gums, eventually leading to loss of teeth. Can the bacteria that causes gum disease also be responsible for Alzheimer’s? There are tons of people who ask – Can gum disease be the cause of […]

How to keep your gums healthy?

December 12, 2019Dr Balasubramanya

Maintaining healthy gums is key to maintain good oral health and overall health. Gum disease usually takes place when bacteria accumulate (plaque) or builds up along the gum line. If your gums are bleeding, visit our clinic to have your oral health examined, we help you keep an eye on your gum health and examine whether they are bleeding due to simple irritation or if there is a cause for greater concern.

The levels of gum disease progression – Gingivitis to Periodontitis

September 16, 2019Dr Balasubramanya

Dental plaque or mass bacteria grows and accumulates on the tooth and within the mouth. These bacteria use food particles and saliva to grow and multiply. The gums then start bleeding and swelling occurs which is known as gingivitis. In order to get rid of the bacteria, the body produces chemicals to attack the bacteria which in turn harms or destroys the bone and ligaments holding the teeth in place.

Effects of Endotoxin on Periodontitis – How Laser dentistry can help?

September 14, 2019Dr Balasubramanya

Endotoxins are bacterial toxins composed of lipids and sugar complexes that are part of the outer membrane of the cell wall of Gram-negative bacteria. They are also known as lipopolysaccharide or LPS. How laser-ER Yag and ND-Yag energy will remove the endotoxins to avoid further deterioration of bone loss and further gum loss?

Systemic diseases associated with gum diseases

August 21, 2019Dr Balasubramanya

Gum disease and systemic diseases In the last few years, researchers have found possible links between periodontal disease and systemic diseases and the public at large seem quite aware of the same and are concerned about the effects on themselves. One study in the US states that nearly half of all adults suffer from some […]

The Connection Between Diabetes and Gum Disease

July 13, 2019Dr Balasubramanya

Research has shown that there is an increased prevalence of gum disease among those with diabetes, and hence gum disease has been added to the list of severe health complications that arise due to diabetes.

10 foods you love that are bad for your teeth

June 29, 2019Dr Balasubramanya

Have you come across the phrase, “you are what you eat”? This is true also in the case of our oral health, our oral health is all based on what we eat and how we take care of it. There are various foods and beverages that can cause damage to our teeth - damage in the form of plaque, cavities, etc.

Fluoridated water – Healthy or Harmful

June 26, 2019Dr Balasubramanya 1

People have long been arguing about the benefits of adding fluoride to municipal drinking supplies. Some argue that supplemental fluoride reduces tooth decay or cavities and improves dental health while the opponents say that it is harmful to our health and well being. In this blog, we’re not taking sides, but simply providing you with […]