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Wisdom teeth – why they may need to be removed

February 7, 2013
Ever had your dentist telling you that you need to get rid of your wisdom teeth and wondered why? Here’s a post that’ll tell you give you some of the answers you need. What are wisdom teeth? These are the teeth that appear …

How local anaesthesia could have killed the 3-year-old in Bangalore

February 7, 2013
Things turned ugly in Bangalore on Wednesday after a young boy of almost three years old who had gone to the dentist after complaining of toothache died following a suspected overdose of anaesthesia. Angry family members of the …

No more sensitive teeth!

April 5, 2013
Is the taste of ice cream or a sip of hot coffee sometimes a painful experience for you? Does brushing or flossing make you wince occasionally? If so, you may have sensitive teeth. Tooth sensitivity can come and go over …

Cosmetic dentistry – can it fix your smile?

April 12, 2013
While visiting a dentist was earlier viewed as an extremely unpleasant ordeal, nowadays people are thronging to visit them to get their teeth beautified. Cosmetic dentistry – any dental work that helps to improve the appearance …

Only 51% Indians use toothbrush and toothpaste!

September 12, 2012
September 12th is celebrated as World Oral Health day. It is time we realize that oral health is important for our overall health too. A consumer attitudes survey conducted recently by the Indian Market Research Bureau (IMRB) …

Mothers responsible for children’s bad oral health

September 8, 2012
Over a million children under five have at least two fillings because their mothers fail to make them brush their teeth, a British study has found. Researchers found almost a quarter of parents saying their little ones only …

Coconut oil to tackle tooth decay?

September 3, 2012
Coconut oil is a natural antibiotic that attacks the bacteria causing tooth decay. It could be incorporated into commercial dental care products, say scientists. Researchers from the Athlone Institute of Technology, Ireland, …

What your mouth says about your health

September 3, 2012
Your mouth has a lot to say about your health in general. What is seen in the mouth can be significantly affecting your other organ systems in the body. So, don’t miss that appointment with your dentist. It might just save your …

How to choose a toothbrush?

August 16, 2012
With the number of toothbrushes in the market these days its no wonder that choosing a toothbrush can be a daunting task. So if confused about which toothbrush to use, this video's for you. According to the dentists there are a …

Why you need mouthwash

August 16, 2012
While buying a mouthwash always read the manufacturer’s label and check for the age recommendations and precautions. If you are suffering from a dental condition be sure to consult your dentist before you decide which mouthwash …

Dealing with tooth decay in very young children (Expert interview)

August 15, 2012
Tooth decay leading to pain, swelling and sleepless nights is a very agonizing experience for the child and parents alike. Dr Meenakshi Kher, a renowned Paediatric Dentist practicing in Mumbai for the last 17 years tells us how …

Why you have bad breath

August 16, 2012
Bad breath hounding you? Could it be halitosis or just something you ate? Watch this video to find out more.  Halitosis (bad breath) is a term used to describe noticeably unpleasant odours exhaled in breathing. Halitosis is …

Permanent dental implants give the toothless hope!

August 15, 2012
Patients suffering from edentulism (missing all teeth in the jaw), on rise in India due to lack of hygiene and tobacco use, can now look forward to permanent dental implants which they do not have to rinse or take out before …