Dental Disease

What is Dry mouth? Dry mouth also known as xerostomia is a condition in which the salivary glands in the oral cavity does not make enough saliva to keep mouth wet. Saliva helps prevent tooth decay by neutralizing acids produced by bacteria, limiting bacterial growth and washing away food particles. Saliva also enhances your ability […]

What is Tooth Sensitivity? Pain or discomfort in the teeth as a response to certain stimuli, such as hot or cold temperatures. It may be temporary or a chronic problem and it can affect one tooth, several teeth, or all the teeth in a single individual. The main reason for tooth sensitivity is the exposed

What is Bad Breath? Halitosis/Bad Breath is any disagreeable bad or unpleasant odor emanating from the mouth air and breath. It creates social and psychological disadvantages for individuals, and these situations affect individual’s relation with other people. What are the causes of Halitosis/Bad Breath Foods and beverages: What you eat and drink can cause bad breath. Foods

What is Dental Caries/Tooth Decay? Tooth Decay is caused by a breakdown of the tooth enamel. This breakdown is the result of bacteria in the oral cavity acts on the foods and produce acid that destroys tooth enamel and results in tooth decay. How to identify tooth decay? Brown, black or white staining on any

What are gum diseases? Gum disease is an inflammation of the gums that can progress and affect the underlying jaw bone. Periodontal (Gum) Disease begins with poor brushing and flossing habits. Poor habits leads to plaque and calculus formation, bacteria in dental plaque initiates localized inflammation which if not removed, will progresses form mild gingivitis