Orthodontic appliances are generally divided into two major categories: removable orthodontic appliances and fixed orthodontic appliances. Fixed orthodontics is used to move and align teeth. This is while removable orthodontics is used to move the jaw. Fixed orthodontics is used to…
Dry mouth or Xerostomia may be related to physiological conditions or environmental conditions. The physiological conditions include dental, and jaw malocclusions that lead to mouth opening, thus, dry mouth. The environmental and acquired conditions such as activity and mobility in…
We all well know that we need to regularly brush and floss our teeth. However, a question that people frequently ask dentists is which one is better: dental floss or waterpik! Dental floss Although tooth brushing is a very effective…
Leukoplakia is the scientific term used to describe the white patches formed inside the mouth, most commonly on the tongue, gums, lips, and other internal areas. Typically, these white patches disappear on their own without the need for treatment. It…
Here I introduce 6 main risk factors for periodontal disease. You can prevent periodontal disease by treating any of the following problems. If you take into account the following items, you can even completely treat periodontal disease. 1-The role of…
Replacement of extracted teeth is a constant challenge for dentists and patients, and in the past, many ways such as implants have been proposed in this replacement. At present, the use of dental implants has become the most standard method…
Hiccups are considered normal in newborns. Studies show that hiccups can begin as early as the sixth week after fertilization, and pregnant women can sometimes feel their newborn hiccupping in the womb. Dr. Jamilian, an orthodontist, provides information about newborn…
Ankylosed or submerged milk teeth are teeth that do not keep up with other teeth in the quadrant in their vertical development. In this case, the teeth begin to attach to the alveolar bone and damage periodontal tissues. This condition…
Some seemingly harmless daily habits may damage our oral health. Such habits may cause tooth decay, destroy the enamel, and fracture the teeth. Although the tooth enamel is the hardest part of the human body, it is not resistant to…
Your dentist may recommend your child perform fluoride therapy at a pediatric dentist’s office to prevent tooth decay. Depending on the oral health status of your child, fluoride therapy can be done 2 to 4 times a year. Healthy gums…
