Faq's

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is tooth cleaning?
  • In dental terms it is also known as scaling. It involves the removal of deposits and stains on surface of the teeth.
  • Even if you brush and floss regularly, getting a cleaning necessary.
  • It is a great way to keep your mouth healthy and adour free.
  • So, it is recommended to have a dental visit for every 6-12 months.
• What type or brush should i buy?
  • Usually ultra soft bristled tooth brush will be the most comfortable and safest choice.
  • You should change your tooth brush for every 3 months.
• What i do with my bleeding gums?
  • It is an early sign of dental disease (gum disease).
  • If not treated at this stage it may cause mobility loss of teeth.
  • If you underwent treatment at this stage, you can overcome gum diseases.
• How after should i visit a dentist?

  It is recommended to have a dental check up for every 6 months to maintain good oral hygiene.

• How safe are dental x- rays?
  • Dental x-rays examinations are safe for both children and adult, as they involve low level of radiation exposure.
  • Even though it contains low level of radiation it is not preferred for pregnancy and cancer patients.
• What exactly is a cavity?

  It is also called dental caries (or) tooth decay these are small holes in your teeth that need to be filed.

  These cavities are start small initially and gradually becomes bigger when they left untreated because many cavities don’t have pain at beginning It appears as blockish discolouration on surface of the tooth.

• How after should i change my tooth brush?

  You should change your tooth brush for every 3 months.

• At which age should i start taking my child to see the dentist?

  It is recommended to have a dental check up at the age of 1year or 6 months after first tooth erupts.

• What should i do if my child stacks his thumb?
  • Thumb sacking may lead to proclamation of front teeth.
  • Without further delay you should visit your dentist. They can provide guidance on when and how to try to stop harmful oral habits naturally.
  • And if it doesn’t work, they offer custom made habit breaking appliance.
  • There by it prevent irregular placement of teeth.
• What is Invisalign?
  • These are transparent, plastic from of dental braces used to adjust teeth.
  • These are extremely useful for esthetic purpose and simple dental issues
  • Wear your invisalign clear aligner’s 20-22hours a day for better results.
• What are veneers?
  • These are thin coverings that are placed over the front (visible) part of the tooth.
  • They look like natural teeth.
  • These are used to correct a wide range of dental issues, such as teeth that are stained and can’t be whitened by bleaching.
• I need a root canal treatment but does that mean I also need a crown?
  • Yes needing a crown after a root canal depends highly on the location of the tooth.
  • After root canal, tooth can became more brittle and break easily while chewing and grinding the food.
  • So back teeth (molars and premolar) are meant for chewing hence they generally require crowns.
  • Whereas font teeth (incisors or canines) which aren’t needed for chewing don’t always require crowns.
• If i have braces, do i still need to schedule a dental check-up every 6 months?
  • Yes, when you’re wearing braces, you should visit your family dentist every six months for routine checkups.
  • While you are wearing braces food, may stuck in places that your tooth brush normally cannot reach. These causes’ bacteria to build – up and can lead to cavities and gum disease.
  • This would causes a major interruption to your orthodontic treatment progress, resulting in you needing to wear braces much longer than you planned.
• At what age should i start taking my child to see the dentist?
  • It is recommended to have a dental check – up at the age of 1 year or within 6 months after first tooth erupts.
• Body teeth aren’t permanent why do they need special care?
  • Even through primary teeth are temporary, they need a special care.
  • They are necessary for a child to chew and speak.
  • Baby teeth serve another purpose is to save space for permanent teeth.
• How can i take care of my teeth between dental check- ups?

  Follow these steps to maintain a healthy gums and teeth.

  • Brush your teeth twice a day.
  • Use a tooth paste that contains fluoride.
  • Floss regularly.
  • Use a mouth wash to control bacteria.
  • Change your tooth brush for every 2-3 months
  • After every meal, rinse your mouth.
  • Limit sugary and acidic foods.
  • Don’t neglect your tongue.
  • Eat a well balanced diet.
  • Drink more water.
• My teeth are suddenly sensitive?
  • Tooth sensitivity is caused mainly due to won-out tooth enanel (outer layer of tooth). And gum recession. (Pink layer covering the tooth surface)
  • Improper brushing technique (hard brushing).
  • When you eat or drink something with an extremely low or high temperature. You may feel a sudden sharp pain.

  Note: De- sensitization tooth paste may give a temporary relief.

• An object gets stuck between my teeth?
  • Dental floss is the best way for clearing the object from between your teeth.
  • Rinse your mouth with water (or) brush your teeth.
• What can i do it im scared of going to the dentist?
  • Go with someone who has no fear towards dentists such as close relative.
  • Firstly, explain yourself to the dentist about your complaint and fear towards treatment and ask him to explain in detail.
• Does smoking make the teeth loose?

  Yes, it affects the normal function of gum tissue, (pink layer which sunounds the tooth structure)

  Causing infection (accumulation of bacteria) there by it bleed easily, which leads to tooth loss.

• What causes teeth grinding?
  • In medical terms, it is called bruise.
  • Most people are unaware that they grind their teeth during sleep.
  • Mainly it is caused by stress and anxiety.
• What are the dental care basics i need to do?

  If we follow these steps, you can maintain healthy oral cavity.

  • Floss at least once per a day
  • Brush your teeth twice daily with a soft bristled tooth brush.
  • Use fluoride contained tooth paste
  • Use a therapeutic mouthwash.
  • Replace a tooth brush every 2 to 3 months or sooner if needed.
  • Avoid sweets and sweetened drinks.
  • Eat a healthy and balanced diet.
  • Do not smoke.
• Can soft drink really boom May teeth?
  • Drinks that are high in both acid and sugar levels are more potential for tooth damage.
  • Acidic foods and drinks soften tooth enamel, which makes teeth sensitive and after leads to tooth damage, such as cavities.