The teeth whitening blog

As a parent, our child is indeed special to us. Here I am talking about children who are unfortunately suffering from a physical, cognitive or neurological condition. I would like to call them ‘differently- able’.

These kids require a different treatment from the dentist since they are undergoing medication for their health problems. Make sure that you choose a dentist for such a kid with utmost care, as he should be able to handle your child with love and patience.

This is important since regular brushing and flossing is not always possible with these kids and it is difficult too.

Your dentist will be able to treat you much better if you let him know about your medical history. After all, he can find out about other diseases too when he is examining your mouth.

For instance, if you are pregnant, then teeth whitening treatment is not for you. But the dentist will not know this unless you tell him, at least in the first trimester. The chemicals used for whitening can prove to be harmful in pregnancy. Similarly, let him know if you are recently detected with diabetes so that he will treat you accordingly.

The key is to be frank with the dentist, isn’t it?

Diabetic patients need to take extra care of their mouth as they are prone to mouth infections such as periodontal disease or gum disease.

Gum disease can cause harm to your gums and bones that support your teeth. This leads to ineffective and painful chewing. You run the risk of losing your teeth in the process too.

Did you know that periodontal disease comes in the way of keeping your blood sugar in check?

The best way to avoid all these problems is brushing and flossing daily and carrying out a regular dental check-up every year besides controlling blood glucose.

Though chips are very tasty and tempting they are not good for our teeth. They are low on fiber and not easy to digest too. Here are some healthy snacks that you can indulge in without worry.

Crunchy veggies such as carrots make yummy snack sticks if eaten with a dip of your choice. Apples have a rough texture that polishes your teeth even while you are enjoying it. They also contain mild acid that gets rid of bacteria in your mouth.

If you know of any such healthy snacking options, do get back to me. Till then, happy snacking!

I have childhood memories of a dentist’s visit… and I must say those are far from pleasant! As a child, all of us have dreaded a dental treatment- some are scared even now!

If you are terrified to go and see the dentist, it might cause damage to your teeth in the long run. You can let your dentist know about this as he can arrange for some distraction for you. It can be music or television- anything that keeps your mind off the fear.

Remember, a dentist is your friend- it is fine to let him know your fright!

Your dental health can be at risk if you smoke or don’t maintain good oral hygiene. Did you know that cancer of the mouth is the sixth most common cancer?

Lots of people are also not aware that an oral cancer examination can be carried out by a dentist during the regular check-up, if you ask for it. Like any other kind of cancer, oral cancer can be controlled if diagnosed in early stages. So the next time you have a dental appointment, make it a point to screen your mouth for oral cancer.

Prevention is better than cure, do you agree?

There are certain tooth conditions that require you to pay a visit to your dentist other than the usual check-up routine.

If you encounter red, tender or swollen gums you need to visit the dentist. Other symptoms such as bleeding gums, loose teeth or gums that pull away from your teeth might suggest oral health issues. Certain people also develop sensitivity to hot or cold foods.

So it is better to rush to the dentist at these instances to prevent further tooth damage. These danger signals should not be ignored as you may end up loosing your teeth to them!

A toothbrush is the tool we all use for cleaning our teeth. Did you know that something as simple as a toothpick can also hurt your teeth?

Yes, that is true. When you use finger nails or pointed objects such as pins for removing something stuck in your mouth, you are inviting trouble. These objects can lead to bleeding gums if not used properly.

Always visit a dentist for regular cleaning of teeth and use floss for removing those miniscule food particles stuck in your mouth. Save your teeth from trouble!

After all, they are going to be with you till the end!

My daughter used to hate brushing times when she was little. I found out that there are so many parents worried about their kid’s dental health like me!

I once went shopping with my daughter and discovered that she is attracted to the toothbrush counter just because they have cartoon characters on them! An idea struck me and I bought all the available designs for her age. Kids need a variety in everything.

She enjoys brushing with ‘Peanuts’ or ‘Strawberry Shortcake’ now and I don’t need to remind her even once! Why don’t you try this at home for your kids as well?

How many of us are as upset when we have caries as we are when we have a pimple on our face? Neglecting oral health is common and most of us have the common reason of not finding enough time for all these things.

A regular dental check-up at least once a year is very helpful in causing further damage to our teeth. Other than that, brushing twice daily and flossing are necessary too. This helps in removing all the food particles that are lodged in between our teeth.

Make a resolution to visit the dentist on a fixed date, your teeth will thank you!