A Hollywood smile that is perfectly straight, white, and even is not something that all celebrities are born with. Many celebrities have been spotted with braces or some other kind of dental appliance to fix their teeth. Other celebs, however, have had their issues resolved far more discreetly, seemingly overnight – probably thanks to cosmetic … Read more
Many children grow up hearing about toothworms and cavities. It is, after all, the most common health problem, affecting as much as 50% of the global population, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). Tooth decay not only looks bad and may even be a cause of embarrassment, but it can also cause very serious … Read more
It’s easy to get confused between the different specialities in dentistry. There are many, such as endodontics, periodontics, prosthodontics, and cosmetic dentistry, and one of them is also orthodontics. An orthodontic treatment is aimed at improving the appearance and function of the teeth. And one of the most popular or maybe even the only orthodontic … Read more
Dental mouthwash is one of those things that many people question the need for. While it’s not a substitute for either brushing or flossing the teeth, some people still have it as a part of their oral hygiene routine for reasons that can be therapeutic, preventative or even cosmetic. But apart from understanding the various … Read more
Tooth sensitivity is a fairly common problem that many people have experienced in their lives. There are a number of reasons why it can happen, such as an unhealthy diet or even the way you brush your teeth. While sometimes it’s temporary and a side effect of dental treatments, other times, it can be a … Read more
Fear of pain is one of the reasons why some people avoid going to the dentist. But there’re others who also feel anxious and even find it hard to sit still. In both these and other instances, dental anesthesia can be hailed as a blessing of modern medicine. There are different types of anaesthetics for … Read more
A dental check-up involves the teeth and gums being checked by a dental professional to detect any oral health issues. The idea behind it is simple: prevention is better than cure. Also, it’s less expensive, especially in the long run. However, not many people are sure what a “dental check-up” exactly entails, and how long … Read more
It is not uncommon to experience sore gums, which refer to pain or aches in the gum tissue. However, depending on the underlying cause of the problem, this soreness can also be accompanied by other symptoms, such as bleeding, swelling, bad breath, sensitivity, ulcers, etc. Not all causes of sore gums might be serious, however, … Read more
Being one of the biggest stars in Hollywood, Tom Cruise is no stranger to rumours and controversies. Tom Cruise’s teeth have been at the centre of it from time and time again. Known for his dashingly good looks and versatility as an actor, the megastar is still flying high even as he approaches his 60s. … Read more
Sometimes, brushing and flossing the teeth is not enough to clean them, and there’s no other home remedy. In that case, you need deep cleaning – scaling and root planing – in an in-office professional setting. Root planing is a non-surgical treatment that you need to undergo if you want to prevent further deterioration of … Read more