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A smile is the prettiest thing you can wear.

Braces can help you attain that perfectly aligned pretty smile. But that smile is pretty only if you keep your teeth healthy.

Braces need some special tender love and care so that you have a healthy smile even after braces are off.

 

Brushing Your Teeth

Follow a two-by-two plan. Brush your teeth twice daily for two minutes. Special orthodontic toothbrushes are available which makes it possible to brush effectively and easily.

 

Use Of Interdental Brush

Food easily gets stuck in between teeth and braces. It becomes difficult to clean these spaces with a regular toothbrush. Interdental brush is recommended to clean these spaces.

 

Use Of Mouthwash

Mouthwash washes off any leftover food particles left even after brushing your teeth. Use of mouthwash once a day is recommended to keep your teeth clean.

 

Follow Dental Check Up Schedule

Regular dental check up appointments ensure that the ongoing treatment is right on track. The teeth are also checked and can be treated if any minor treatment is required. Dental treatment taken on time ensures good dental health.

 

Regulate Diet

Diet forms the basis of the health of your teeth with braces. Sticky and hard foods are to be avoided with braces. Sticky food items easily get stuck and are difficult to clean.

 

Let your smile be healthy along with being pretty with braces.

Healthy and Happy Smile go a long way.

Technology has evolved leaps and bounds in the last few decades. Dentistry is no exception. Dental field has advanced a lot due to recent developments. 

This advancements in the field of dentistry is a boon to dentists and patients alike. The dental treatments have become more advanced, less time consuming, much more comfortable for the patient.

If you have ever experienced dental impressions being made, you know the hassle one has to face. Digital scanning takes care to eliminate this hassle.

 

What is Digital Scanning?

Digital scanning is the latest technology used for recording digital dental impressions which replicate the oral structures and can be virtually viewed in the software.

 

What is the difference between traditional impression making and digital dental scanning?

Traditional impressions are recorded with dental impression materials. These impressions are then turned into dental models. This may be uncomfortable to many patients.

Digital dental impressions are recorded with a dental scanner. The oral structures are recorded and can be viewed digitally. 

 

What advantages does one have with Digital Scanning?

Comfortable Patient Experience

As digital dental scanning does not involve any dental impression materials, the process is extremely comfortable for you and the dentist. The dental scanner consists of a slender rod. The patient can even view the recorded impression immediately.

 

Time Saving

Traditional dental impressions need some preparations which require quite some time before they can be worked on. Dental prosthesis for which a digital impression can be worked with immediately. The dental impression is stored on the software and is sent to the dental laboratory with just a click! The final prosthesis is made earlier with dental scanning than a traditional dental impression.

 

High Accuracy

Dental materials used for traditional impressions may show some changes if kept as it is. Digital dental impression is never hampered. As there is no discrepancy in the impression recorded, the dental prosthesis is highly accurate.

 

Better prosthetic results

High accuracy of dental prosthesis gives better results. The dental prosthesis gives better fit, esthetics and function. Digital dental impressions make sure that you receive the best results.

 

We live in a digitally progressive world and Elite Dental Clinic is progressing with Digital Dentistry.

Diabetes is a challenge that a diabetic has to rise to conquer everyday.

Diabetes is a silent disease that affects the whole body on different levels. Diabetes is mainly of 2 types :

1. Type 1 Diabetes : Type 1 Diabetes is an autoimmune disease which needs insulin to control blood sugar levels.
2. Type 2 Diabetes : Type 2 Diabetes is a disease which happens because of insulin levels or quality.

 

Diabetes effects are visible on complete body in various ways

Diabetes may show signs like :

1. Frequent feeling of being thirsty
2. Frequent urination
3. Weight loss
4. Fatigue

 

Diabetes affects your oral health too

 

Dry Mouth

A diabetic person produces less amount of saliva. This may also be due to certain medicines that one is taking. Adequate amount of saliva is important to maintain good oral health. 

Denture wearers may have problems while using the denture due to less saliva. They may face more chances of having ulcers. One may need saliva substitutes to overcome this problem.

 

Dental Decay

Saliva washes off the food lodged on teeth. Due to less saliva, diabetics are more susceptible to dental decay. Surface caries near the gum line are seen very often in diabetics. The dental decay if unattended leads to dental infection. Dental infection increases blood sugar levels. Increased blood sugar levels further increases the dental infection.

 

Gum Diseases

Gum infection is more prevalent in diabetics with uncontrolled blood sugar. High blood sugar levels provide an environment which makes bacteria grow rapidly. The increased bacterial load thereby increases blood sugar levels which makes it difficult to treat gum problems.

 

It is possible to get ahead of dental problems in diabetics by taking some simple precautions :

1. Teeth cleaning : getting a regular 6 monthly teeth cleaning reduces the chances of gum diseases. The gum tissues remain healthy and help in controlling the gum diseases.
2. Timely dental treatment : timely dental treatment will make sure that the dental problem is resolved on time before it advances to dental infection.
3. Regular dental check ups : dental problems can be caught before they advance. 
4. Oral hygiene maintenance : brushing twice daily, flossing everyday and rinsing after every meal will help in keeping oral hygiene in good shape.
5. Controlling blood sugar : having controlled blood sugar levels decreases the chances of dental problems.

 

Dental problems and diabetes go hand in hand but together we can be ahead of them and not let them affect lives.

A new life begins with a confident smile. You can have this confident smile in many ways.

Properly positioned teeth form the basis of a dazzling and healthy smile. 

You can accomplish the dream of having straight teeth without the hassle of braces.

This is possible with Clear aligners.

Clear aligners is a type of clear aligner which is globally recognized to correct orthodontic problems.

 

What is Clear aligners?

Clear aligners is a type of clear aligner that has been helping many people correct their orthodontic problems under the guidance of an orthodontist.

They are transparent, custom made, removable trays that are to be worn for orthodontic correction.

Clear aligners can correct problems like :

1. Crowding
2. Gaps in between teeth
3. Overbite
4. Open bite

 

What benefits does Clear aligners offer?

Clear aligners has many benefits that prove to be the choice of treatment for adult patients who wish to correct their orthodontic problems without a metallic smile.

1. Transparent : Clear aligners is transparent which makes it possible to wear them to even important meetings and not be worried of their smile being affected.
2. Removable : Clear aligners is removable which gives you the freedom to remove them while eating. This helps in keeping up with good oral hygiene.
3. Customised : Clear aligners aligners are custom made for each patient based on their condition and the need.
4. Predictable results : The final result of your smile is predicted digitally even before the treatment starts.

 

How does Clear aligners work?

Clear aligners works based on the theory of applying subtle but continuous forces on teeth that are to be moved to bring them in the desired position.

This is the reason why it is important that Clear aligners aligners are to be worn continuously.

 

How is Clear aligners different from Braces?

1. Braces orthodontic treatment is done with Metal braces or Ceramic Braces. In either of them, brackets are placed on the teeth surface. Forces are applied each month with the help of adjustments and orthodontic appliances.

Clear aligners has the benefit of applying subtle and continuous forces on teeth due to which the discomfort is negligible with Clear aligners.

2. Braces are fixed and hence maintaining oral hygiene can be a task.

Clear aligners aligners are removable and are to be removed while eating and brushing.

3. Braces make it obvious to everyone that you are undergoing an orthodontic treatment whereas aligners are transparent.
4. The final result of braces cannot be viewed before the treatment. Clear aligners gives the advantage of viewing the desired smile digitally.

 

Let us embark on this journey towards confident smile with Clear aligners.

Dry parched lips. Dry mouth. Bad breath. Dry throat.

Does this sound familiar?

If yes, then you may have ‘Dry Mouth’ also called ‘Xerostomia’.

 

What is Dry Mouth?

Dry mouth or Xerostomia is a condition in which the production of saliva is decreased due to various reasons. 

Saliva helps in digestion by breaking down the food. It also flushes out the food stuck in between teeth and helps prevent dental cavities and gum diseases.

 

Why would one experience dry mouth?

Dry mouth is caused due to various reasons like 

• Dehydration – dehydration is caused due to loss of too much fluid without any or reduced intake of water. This may happen by vomiting, blood loss, or upset stomach.
• Medications – some medications lead to reduced production of saliva
• Radiation therapy – radiation therapy is recommended after cancer surgery. During and after radiation therapy, saliva is reduced
• Stress – dry mouth is something everyone has experienced at least once due to stress
• Ageing – saliva reduces as age increases
• Smoking – smoking or tobacco use affects saliva production
• Medical conditions – people with medical conditions like diabetes, autoimmune disorders show dry mouth

 

Does one face any issues due to dry mouth?

Dry mouth is an issue indeed. It gives problems like 

• Dry and chapped lips
• Difficulty in  chewing food, swallowing food
• Bad breath
• Inflammation of gums
• Mouth sores
• Increased chances of dental cavities
• Issues in wearing dentures

 

What can one do when one has dry mouth?

Dry mouth is usually treatable by some simple at home tips and some treatments

• Drinking water by sipping water throughout the day
• Avoid tobacco chewing and smoking
• Chewing on sugarless chewing gum to increase saliva secretion
• Talk with your doctor if medication is causing it
• Over the counter saliva substitutes

 

Dry mouth can be an everyday issue but by taking simple steps one can make it easier.

Don’t regret losing your teeth. Win your smile back with Dental Implants.

Are you missing one or few teeth? 

If yes, read more to make the right decision for yourself.

 

Missing teeth is a part of our journey. But it is important to replace those missing teeth.

Failing to do so will result in following issues :

1. Movement of neighboring teeth into the missing tooth space

2. Chewing problems

3. Uneven chewing forces

4. Low self confidence if missing tooth is a front tooth

 

Missing tooth/ teeth can be replaced with removable prosthetic replacement or fixed prosthetic replacement.

 

Dental Bridge or Dental Implants? What is the difference?

 

Dental Bridge

Dental bridge is used to replace missing tooth or multiple teeth. Dental bridge is a fixed prosthetic option. Dental bridge takes support of adjacent teeth to replace the missing tooth/teeth. The durability of the dental bridge is dependent on the adjacent teeth.

One may need root canal treatment of the adjacent teeth as they need to be adjusted.

 

 

Dental Implants

Dental implants are the fixed prosthetic replacement options to replace one or few missing teeth. As the dental implants take support from the underlying bone, they are independent of adjacent teeth. Dental implants osseointegrate in the underlying bone making them the most natural looking fixed dental prosthesis.

 

What should you go for? Dental Bridge or Dental Implant?

The decision between dental bridge or dental implant is dependent on the health of the underlying bone, oral hygiene and the patient’s choice.

 

 

Whether you choose dental bridge or dental implant, we at Elite Dental Clinic can replace your missing tooth or teeth to help you regain your smile.

 

Undergoing cancer treatment is a long process. Not having to worry about your dental health during this process will be very much helpful later on.

Your immune system is going to be impacted during cancer treatment. Having healthy dental health is vital in this condition.

Oral infections may hamper the cancer treatment. If the dental infection is severe, you may have to even postpone chemotherapy.

To avoid this, take the following care before beginning with cancer treatment.

 

Dental Visit :  

Your dentist will do an in depth dental check up and advise you dental treatments which will help you keep oral infections at bay. 

Some dental preventive treatments like dental sealants and dental fluoride application help in preventing dental caries.

If you already have any dental issue like decayed tooth, it is advisable to get it treated before starting chemotherapy or radiotherapy. Some dental treatments are not recommended during and even a few months after chemotherapy and radiotherapy. If these decayed teeth are not taken care of before then they may pose an impending worry of probable dental pain in near future.

It is advisable to restore the missing teeth as having all healthy teeth is important to be able to chew food properly, thus helping in maintaining overall health.

 

Brush twice daily :

Healthy mouth, healthy body. It is essential to maintain a healthy body to be able to undergo cancer treatment. Brushing twice daily using a soft toothbrush and fluoridated toothpaste will help you stay away from dental pain and issues.

 

Floss :

Flossing cleans in between teeth which get missed during brushing. In absence of flossing, these surfaces get neglected and become prone to dental caries.

 

Healthy diet :

Healthy nutritious food will be recommended to you by your oncologist too. This helps build the immune system. 

Have foods rich in vitamins and minerals like fruits and vegetables to help the body heal faster.

 

Do not use tobacco :

Tobacco products, be it chewing or smoking are harmful to the oral tissues and overall health. 

Tobacco hampers the healing of the body.

 

Rinse your mouth :

Keep those bacteria away by rinsing your mouth after every meal. 

Brushing twice daily, flossing and rinsing after every meal will support our goal of keeping dental decay away during the cancer treatment.

Always remember,

“Cancer is going to be only one chapter in your life,not the whole story.”

Good food is the foundation of genuine happiness.

But Healthy food is the foundation of good dental health.

 

Healthy diet is important for good health but it also affects dental health.

Diet forms one of the major components that determine dental health.

 

Which food habits are good for dental health?

1.Fibre rich food –

Plaque is naturally deposited on teeth. This plaque, if not cleaned on time, leads to cavities in future. Fibre rich foods like salads, carrots, and cucumbers help in removal of plaque on teeth.

 

2. Drinking Water –

Food lodgement is one of the major reasons for cavities in between teeth. Water flushes out the food stuck in teeth, thus preventing cavities.

 

3. Eating fruits – 

Fruits provide roughage and help with removal of plaque. They keep their teeth clean. Fruits like apples provide roughage and nutrients. 

 

4. Limiting citrus fruits –

Many people have the habit of drinking citrus drinks everyday. Overuse of citrus fruits in diet erodes the enamel layer of teeth. Limiting citrus drinks prevents weakening of teeth.

 

5. Limiting sugary food products –

Sugar is the culprit of many dental problems. Sugary food and drinks in large quantities cause dental decay.

 

Not just the food but the frequency of having food affects your dental health.

 

Why does frequent snacking cause cavities?

 

Frequent snacking harms the teeth. 

When we eat, the pH levels of saliva decreases. The environment with acidic saliva is conducive to dental decay.

It becomes difficult to keep teeth clean after every snacking.

Having three meals a day maintains the pH levels of saliva, thus reducing the chances of dental decay.

 

Make the right choices while not only choosing the type of food but also when you eat it.

Losing milk teeth and eruption of permanent teeth is like the rite of passage of growing up for children.

But losing milk teeth earlier than intended is not ideal. The space created does not stay as it is on its own.

Space maintainers are the answer in this situation.

Space maintainers are the devices that maintain the space made available due to early loss of milk teeth. 

 

Why would someone lose milk teeth?

Early loss of milk teeth maybe due to various reasons like :

• Advanced dental caries
• Advanced infection
• Not taking dental treatment in time
• Financial reasons

 

Wondering what would happen if space maintainer isn’t applied?

In absence of space maintainers –

• Neighboring teeth shift into the space available
• There is no or little left for permanent teeth
• Crowding in future
• Loss of bite

 

It is important to apply a space maintainer as soon as the wound of the milk tooth has healed. This prevents future problems. The space maintainer is kept until the permanent tooth starts its eruption. It is then easily removed and the permanent tooth is let to erupt in proper place.

 

Space maintainers are of many types like :

1.Removable space maintainers –

Removable space maintainers are recommended when front teeth are lost early. It is removable, serves the purpose of maintaining the space and also gives good aesthetics. So the child doesn’t have to live with a gap in the smile.

 

2.Fixed space maintainers –

• Unilateral – these space maintainers are recommended when one or more milk teeth are lost only on one side. 
• Bilateral –  these space maintainers are recommended when one or more milk teeth are lost on both sides.  

 

It is essential to take care of milk teeth till it is time for them to fall off.

But don’t let early loss of milk teeth become early loss of smile.

Space maintainers are the smile saviors.