A water flosser, also known as an oral irrigator, is an effetive device for teeth routine cleaning at home. It employs the pressure of the water to massage the gums and push the food away from the teeth. Water reaches into otherwise, inaccessible areas by conventional string floss. It…

Teeth grinding is quite prevalent among kids. It is estimated that out of 10 kids, three kids grind their teeth. Exact cause has not been determined but it is observed that children having their upper and lower teeth in malalignment grind their teeth. Kids with earache, stomachache, toothache…

We use a toothbrush to remove plaque, an invisible bacterial biofilm, from the mouth. However, if the brush itself becomes contaminated, it cannot effectively perform this function. Studies have shown that after 3-4 months of use, a toothbrush reaches the end of its useful life and becomes less…

A toothbrush is an effective tool to eliminate dental biofilm (plaque) from the teeth surfaces and efficient biofilm removal prevents gum diseases and tooth decay. According to softness of brush bristles, various types of brushes are available on the market. For the majority of brush users, a soft-bristled…

  Sleep Apnea is a sleeping disorder that affects male and female population of any age. Adult males are mostly involved. Patients with nasal blockage, enlarged tonsils, a low-hanging soft palate, or a small jaw with an overbite are more likely to experience this disorder. Types  It may…

Many healthy people complain of persistent vague headache. They usually do not suffer from any medical problem but only a thorough history and meticulous oral examination reveals that they are in the habit of grinding teeth (Bruxism). The individual clenches his/her jaws and grinds teeth while sleeping or…

 Many individuals suffer from foul smell from their mouth which in scientific dental literature is termed as Halitosis or Foetor Oris. It is a highly embarrassing condition for the sufferer as well his/her spouse, friends and colleagues.  In severe, untreated or longstanding cases of Halitosis, the patients may…

    Removable or fixed dentures replace the lost natural teeth. Having removable dentures in one’s mouth  possesses  many demerits. It displaces occasionally during chatting or eating which becomes embarrassing for the user. Researh studies reveal that many denture -wearers swallowed their removable partial denture. Surgeons performed abdominal…