Different types of Dental floss
By Dr. Nishi Tandon I Dentist Flossing cleans away plaque that your toothbrush will miss, and is a very essential part of good oral health. In fact, if you only brush and do not floss, you’re only really doing half the job. How to use a dental floss Dental professionals recommend that if a person floss once […]
Habits that cause plaque buildup on your teeth
By Dr. Nishi Tandon I Dentist Plaque is the sticky, colorless film of bacteria that forms on teeth. It makes teeth “feel fuzzy” to the tongue and is most noticeable when teeth are not brushed. What Causes Plaque and Why Is It Harmful? Plaque develops when foods containing carbohydrates (sugars and starches), such as milk, soft drinks, […]
Ways To Take Care Of Your Oral Health During Festivals
By Dr. Nishi Tandon I Dentist Festivals bring joy on their arrival, but you just cannot afford to ignore your oral health. During the festive season, one eats a lots of sweets but you should pamper your teeth and abstain from using them for activities they are not meant to perform. Sweets contains sugar which further lead […]
Why a Regular Dental Checkup is Important?
By Dr. Nishi Tandon I Dentist Regular dental visits are important because they help to keep your teeth and gums healthy.One should have a regular dental visit at least every 6 months or as recommended by your dental professional. During the dental check up, your dental professional will check your overall oral health for any trouble areas. […]
Does Fasting Affect Your Teeth??
By Dr. Nishi Tandon I Dentist Fasting is an important process and is considered highly beneficial for the body as well the mind.The relationship between fasting and oral hygiene is a positive one. Reducing the frequency of snacking reduces the risk for dental cavities. Fasting can not only maintain the quality of your oral health, but it […]
Oral Piercing : What you Should Know
By Dr. Nishi Tandon I Dentist An oral (mouth) piercing is a small hole in your tongue, lip, cheek, or uvula (the tiny tissue at the back of your throat) so you can wear jewellery. Nowadays, tongue piercing has become a style icon and most of the youth want to get their tongue pierced. But tongue piercing […]
Oral Health Problems Encountered in Elderly Patients
By Dr. Nishi Tandon I Dentist Advancing age puts many seniors at risk for a number of oral health problems, such as: 1.Stained teeth – They are caused due to some extent by changes in dentin ,the bone-like tissue that underlies the tooth enamel and by a lifetime of consuming stain-causing foods and beverages. Also caused by thinning […]
Do you really need to use a mouthwash??
By Dr. Nishi Tandon I Dentist Mouthwash promises to prevent cavities, kill germs that cause plaque and gingivitis, prevent tartar buildup, calm down sensitive teeth and gums, and/or freshen your breath. And for the most part, mouthwash does deliver on these promises. But – unless your dentist advises you to use a rinse – you don’t have […]