How to Manage Excessive Occlusal Wear?
First of all we must understand occlusal wear? It is actually the loss of the tooth surface when the tooth grinds against each other. It may occur due to number of reasons like –
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Periodontitis is not an uncommon word now days all thanks to the neglect towards oral hygiene. Periodontal disease in simple words is infection surrounding the tooth structure involving the gingiva, periodontal ligament and alveolar bone.
DetailsTMJ Dysfunction
TMJ means Temporomandibular Joint. This joint connects the jawbone to the skull. TMJ facilitates all the movements of the jaw. And any kind of Dysfunction with the jaw, joints or the facial muscle can lead to pain and discomfort. And they are referr
DetailsKnow about causes, symptoms & treatment of dental abscess
Abscess can affect any part of the body. In oral cavity, abscess affects roots of teeth, gum tissue or surrounding structures of the tooth. The experience of purulent build up is intensely painful & can abrade the supporting structures of the tooth l
DetailsBone grafting: Frequently asked questions
When an individual undergoes a tooth loss due to infection, caries or trauma, a long span of missing tooth leads jawbone to deteriorate with disuse. Often this issue goes unnoticed until one makes a visit to the dentist for the need of a treatment li
DetailsKnow about sleep apnea & its treatment
Sleep apnea is a common, serious sleep disorder characterized by consistent interruptions/pause in breathing during sleep. It is adversely affecting millions of population worldwide.
DetailsOral lichen planus
Oral lichen planus is a chronic inflammatory condition which affects the mucous membranes inside the oral cavity. It primarily occurs on the cheek but is also seen on tongue, palate, gingiva and inner surface of lips. They appear as white or red rais
DetailsOveruse & misuse of antibiotics can jeopardize your health
Antibiotics are usually prescribed to solely treat infections caused by bacteria & parasites that either kill or inhibit the growth of micro-organisms. Bacterial infections are not the only common one, but also the overuse & misuse of antibiotics is
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Losing tooth is common among adults, especially as we grow in age. Rather than living with the discomfort and hassles of dentures, you can enjoy a more natural alternative by choosing dental implants provided by Same Day Smiles.
DetailsAre Bis-phophonates and Dental Implants Enemies?
Bisphosphonates are a drugs which prevent the loss of bone density and used to treat osteoporosis and similar diseases. They are the most commonly prescribed drugs used to treat osteoporosis. They are called bisphosphonates because they have two phos
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