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How Breast Feeding Affects your Child’s Oral Health - Dentalimplantindia

  You and your child are unique. The decision to breastfeed is very personal and special. Exercising such practice not only builds a distinct bond between two but also decreases child’s risk to many illness. Breastfeeding provides optimal nutrition to a child; it has antibodies that help to fight against various bacteria’s and virus. It is recommended to at least breastfeed a child minimum 6 months. Breastfeeding also has effects on oral health on child. Let us see some of the benefits of breastfeeding on your child’s oral health: Provides necessary nutrients: Breastfeeding a child delivers essential nutrients to them which are necessary for healthy gums and teeth. It contains proteins, fatty acids and vitamins required for oral and overall health. Helps in teeth alignment: The mechanism is different for both bottle-feeding and breastfeeding. Many studies suggest that there are less likely chances of having crowded teeth in babies who breastfeed till 6 months of their age. There ar...

What should you eat and what should you avoid after a Tooth Extraction?

After a tooth extraction your dentist will provide you with in-depth instructions for recovery of that site. It is very important to make sure you are eating the right foods as it helps in the recovery process. What to eat after extraction: AFTER HAVING TOOTH EXTRACTION FOR A DAY I.E. 24 HOURS YOU CONSUME ONLY SOFT DIET. CHOOSE PLAIN ICE-CREAM OF YOUR FAVORITE FLAVOR BUT IT SHOULD NOT CONTAIN ANY CRUNCHY OR SOLID PIECES IN IT AS IT DOESN’T REQUIRE CHEWING AND IS COOL AND SOFT. YOU CAN HAVE SOUP; IT ALSO HAS HIGH NUTRIENT VALUE AND REQUIRES NO CHEWING. JUST REMEMBER TO KEEP SMALL PIECES OF COOKED PIECES AS MINIMUM AS POSSIBLE. JUICES AND SMOOTHIES CAN BE CONSUMED IN THE RECOVERY TIME OF TOOTH EXTRACTION. IT IS LESS IRRITATING TO HEALING GUMS AS WELL. YOGURT AND PUDDINGS CAN ALSO BE TAKEN AFTER TOOTH EXTRACTION. AFTER 24 HOURS, ONE CAN EAT FOODS LIKE MASHED POTATOES, SCRAMBLED EGGS, BOILED RICE ETC, THE FOOD THAT ARE NOT HARD ON CHEWING. Food should not be consumed hot, it should be luke...

Pediatric Dentistry – Facts To Consider

Pediatric dentistry   is that branch of dentistry which deals with the oral health of children from infancy to teenage. Child’s tooth are visible after they complete at least 6 months old, it starts to develop even before they are born. Mostly around 3 years of age they would have a full set of baby teeth. Eventually after few years it will start to shed off making space for adult teeth. Being a parent it is important to take care after child’s oral health and oral habits. It is always good to start child’s teeth health journey early. They will fetch these habits in their adulthood which they learn in their childhood. Some Facts about Pediatric dentistry we should know about: Fact 1: A milk tooth helps a child in chewing and speaking activities and also they play an important role in making space for the eruption of permanent tooth. As it holds a major part in maintaining oral health,  Pediatric Dental visits  should be done by the time child is one year old. Fact 2: Most...

How to keep your Dental Implants clean and hygienic - Dentalimplantindia

  Dental implants are more likely to be successful if they are properly maintained after the treatment. In order to have a beautiful smile and acquire the full benefits of your dental implant, it is important to practice proper dental implant care. Some tips on how to keep your  Dental Implants  clean and hygienic:  Avoid Abrasive products: Use low abrasive toothpaste and mouthwashes. As abrasive products may cause a lot of discomforts. Use a flosser: After having  dental implant  use of a flosser becomes very important than before. There is a lot of accumulation of plaque around the implant, which affects oral hygiene and creates other issues. It helps to flush germs and bacteria from the oral cavity. There are many different types of flossers available in the market specially designed for implant patients. Use of toothbrush with soft bristles: Toothbrushes with soft bristles are more likely to be gentle on dental implants. They are less capable in hurting...

Dentistry For Patients With Special Care - Dental implant india

What Is Dentistry For Patients With Special Care? Everyone needs special care when it comes to dentistry or any other medical profession, but ‘patient with special care or differently able patient` refers to patients who are physically disabled or patient with learning or developmental disability or those suffering from severe medical conditions. Now, in these scenarios there are many concerns related to their treatment. So These Questions Will Be Answered In This Blog Who can provide treatment? Almost all  dentists  will be more than happy to help/treat such patients in their clinic, but sometimes it might get difficult for them to make special arrangements or they themselves might need specialist’s help to carry out procedure. How do I arrange Specialist? Usually patient’s dentist or physician will refer them to clinic and doctor suited. Also doctor will give patients history, X-rays and reports to suited doctor. What does dental team needs to know? Dental team treating such...

Ways to Keep Your Gums Healthy?

When we talk about oral hygiene, it’s not all about how bright your teeth are or how beautiful your smile is. GUMS plays a very important role in maintaining good oral health. it does not mean that we are immune to gum health even if we have anti-cavity teeth or bright white teeth. Most of the gum disease may be painless it does not mean anything is right with it. Practicing  good oral hygiene  is the most important action that a person can take to prevent and treat gum disease. Most people tend to overlook their gums when it comes to oral health and focus on getting a bright, white smile instead. Hence HEALTHY TEETH REQUIRE HEALTHY GUMS. The following signs and symptoms indicate that you are suffering from gum disease: UNPLEASANT BREATH BLEEDING GUMS SWOLLEN AND TENDER GUMS LOOSE TEETH What exactly is a GUM DISEASE? Gum disease is caused by the bacteria’s found in plaque. Plaque is the sticky substance that forms on the teeth. It is made up of bacteria, mucous, food and other...

What to Do When a Dental Emergency Occurs - Dentalimplantindia

  Dental emergency includes trouble related the teeth and the supporting structures. Such injuries to teeth and gums may cause harm to oral health, so it should not be left unnoticed. It might pose a permanent damage to teeth if left neglected, which then leads to costly and extensive treatments. The top most requirement of emergency management is updated knowledge that aids in early diagnosis and management. Dental emergencies may take place anytime anywhere and in many forms. Some of the emergencies need urgent measures while some doesn’t. Some of the below are common dental emergencies: Fractured / Broken tooth A broken or cracked tooth is considered as emergency if it very painful, it can also cause trauma in mouth if it has left sharp edges. Even if there is no pain associated with the fractured tooth, don’t wait to see a doctor as soon as possible. Tooth can be broken on biting a hard food or if it has a large fillings as it weakens the teeth. Weakened tooth enamel easily dev...