Sep 07 2010
If you have had dental fillings in the past, there is a good chance the filling used was either mercury based or amalgam (mercury is not the base for all amalgam fillings). For many, this has raised concern over the health aspects of metal fillings. While this is not the forum to discuss the pros [...]
Jul 15 2010
As a kid, I remember hiding my mouth when I lost one of my front teeth. In fact, for a long time, I didn’t trust my elders when they said that I will get a new tooth soon. I remembered those days for a long time, even after I got my wisdom teeth. Nobody wants [...]
Feb 15 2010
A cousin of mine is very proud of the fact that she never had to undergo a dental procedure. Though I find her very snobbish at times, I do think she ought to be proud. And why not, she takes care of her teeth well enough never to undergo a treatment. If you haven’t been [...]
Nov 09 2009
There is no dental problem today that dentistry does not have a cure for. Even decayed teeth can be restored. (That does not mean you stop taking care of your dental health!)
Dental fillings are one way to restore teeth that have developed cavities in them. Your dentist will fill in those cavities with a [...]
Sep 24 2009
Everyone is familiar with the term ‘fillings’, even the ones who don’t keep appointments with the dentist. However, not many understand the filling procedure well. Let me try responding to a few of the frequently asked questions on dental fillings.
What are fillings?
Dental fillings are a restorative dental treatment. You need fillings when your [...]
Sep 16 2009
Dental treatments don’t just mean cure, they mean an improved, confident smile. If you have had cavities mar the look of your smile, don’t be disheartened. Pay a visit to your dentist and he/she will suggest the right treatment for you.
Dental fillings are a dental procedure to restore the teeth damaged by cavities. In this [...]
Jul 23 2009
Dental fillings are a restorative dental treatment. As the name suggests, the dental procedure involves filing in the cavities created in the teeth due to decay. It is also sometimes done for aesthetic corrections.
The best way to never come across this dental procedure is by taking proper care of the teeth. Remember, poor oral hygiene [...]
Jul 14 2009
Most people, regardless of their respect for dental health, know about dental cavities. In today’s post, we will tell you a little more about it.
A cavity means a hole. Dental cavities are the holes that are created in the teeth as a clear indication of teeth decay. Dental cavities are also known as dental caries. [...]
Jun 22 2009
Lost a tooth? Chipped your teeth? Damaged a tooth because of cavities? Your dentist has several treatments to restore your teeth. In today’s post, we will look a few common restorative treatments for the teeth.
Bridges
Bridges are replacements for lost teeth. As the name suggests, a dental bridge helps fill in the gap created by a [...]
Apr 17 2009
In today’s post, we will discuss some restorative treatments for the teeth.
Inlays
An inlay is a restorative treatment for cracked or broken teeth when a filling does not suffice. Inlays are used for tooth that is not too damaged to require crowns. An inlay is made of porcelain, gold, or composite resins. It is typically applied [...]