MSR Dentistry

 Usually  most of the people brush their teeth on daily basis.  But using a toothbrush isn’t enough to maintain a healthy smile. It’s also important to include other habits in your dental routine, such as flossing and mouthwash.  Mouthwash gives your mouth a clean, fresh feeling. It also has benefits for your overall oral health such as reducing the bacteria in your mouth, which in turn reduces the amount of dental plaque that forms. When mouthwash is used in regular interval it may help in reducing the periodontal disease and if the mouthwash contains fluoride, it may reduce the cavity formation also.  People who experience bad breath may find mouthwash useful.  Sometimes regular use of certain type of mouthwash for a long period of time may cause staining. So continuous use of mouthwash for a long period of time can be avoided. How to use a mouthwash?? Use mouthwash by swishing it around in the mouth and gargle with it at the back of the throat. Make sure to cover all the places arou

 Water Floss  It  is a  device which uses a stream of high-pressure pulsating water intended to remove dental plaque  and food debris between teeth and below the gum line. The device may also provide easier cleaning for patients with braces and crown. Therefore, water floss became a key part of the required home care aid especially for patients with gum disease. Other names include Water pick,Dental water jet,Oral irrigator How to Use It?? A water flosser will not replace your tooth brush or traditional flossing. You still need to brush your teeth twice a day, but you can use the water flosser before or after. Fill your water flosser's reservoir with lukewarm water, then put the flosser tip in your mouth. Lean over the sink to avoid a mess and stand in front of the mirror for initial usage. Turn it on and start to use. Hold the handle at a 90-degree angle to your teeth and spray. Water comes out in steady pulses, cleaning between your teeth.  Focus on the top of your teeth, the gum

  What is the entire point of brushing your teeth? To remove the plaque and bacteria that causes  gum disease  and tooth decay, right? Keeping this in mind, brushing your tongue is critical in removing all of the bacteria and germs from your mouth.  If you do not brush your tongue, you are skipping a large area where many bacteria gather in colonies, and eventually cause trouble in your mouth.  For your tongue, the bacteria can grow and multiply on the surface of your tongue because there are lots of crevices and cracks for them to hide in. In addition to causing oral health problems, if you do not brush your tongue, you may start suffering from  halitosis  (bad breath) How to clean your tongue? Tongue cleaning can be done simultaneously while brushing.The technique include; Back and Forth Take your toothbrush (after wetting it to soften the bristles) and brush the center of your tongue back and forth for a few strokes gently.You can also use your back side of the toothbrush to clean y

  TOOTHBRUSH                    Toothbrush is a tool used for cleaning the teeth,gums and tongue.  When coming to buying a toothbrush;we have various options for it.Mostly we consider factors like colour,brand and price of the tooth brush.       To choose the right toothbrush the following factors should be considered; Size of brush head Type of bristles Round vs Straight bristles Manual vs Electric toothbrush Size of brush head; There is a different size of toothbrush recommended for children versus adults, so be sure to purchase the toothbrush that is right for your needs.   Brush heads vary in sizes, it is important to look for a brush head that can reach those hard-to-clean areas in our mouths. Aim for a toothbrush with a smaller head as it allows you to focus on the areas we commonly miss with large headed toothbrushes. Type of bristles ; Tooth brush bristles usually comes in different types like Soft,Medium,Hard & Ultra soft.Hard bristles may damage your protecting layer of

 TREATMENT OPTIONS; Tooth Decay treatment depends on the severity of your condition; Treatments include;   Fluoride  Fillings  Root canal treatment  Tooth Extraction Fluoride; In the very early stages of tooth decay,  fluoride  treatments can repair damaged enamel —by a process called remineralization. This can reverse the early signs of tooth decay. You may need prescription toothpaste and mouthwash, as well as fluoride application from your dentist. These fluoride treatments are generally quick, which will take only a  few minutes . The fluoride comes in the form of a gel, varnish, foam, or solution.   Filling; If you have a typical cavity, your dentist will remove the decayed part in your tooth and then restore the tooth by filling it with a filling material.Initial filling of your tooth will prevent further progression of decay. Root canal treatment; If the damage to the tooth or infection spreads to the pulp (inside of the tooth), you might need a root canal treatment.Your dentist

What is Tooth Decay? Tooth decay is damage to a tooth's surface(Enamel). It happens when bacteria in your mouth make acids that attack the enamel. Tooth decay can lead to cavities (dental caries), which are holes in your teeth. If tooth decay is not treated, it can cause pain, infection, and even tooth loss. What causes Tooth Decay? Our mouths are full of bacteria. Some bacteria are helpful. But some can be harmful, including the ones that play a role in tooth decay. These bacteria combine with food to form a soft, sticky film called plaque. The bacteria in plaque use the sugar and starch in what you eat and drink to make acids. The acids begin to eat away at the minerals on your enamel. A white spot may appear where minerals have been lost. This is an early sign of tooth decay. You may be able to stop or reverse the decay at this point. Your enamel can still repair itself, if you take better care of your teeth and limit sugary/starchy foods and drinks. But if the tooth decay proce