Dental decay also known as dental caries, holes, or cavities occurs when teeth are not cleaned effectively Bacteria and sugars and time = cavities

Flossing before brushing Flossing is important to remove plaque and several harmful bacteria. Brushing alone is not helpful. You should floss your teeth to prevent bacterial growth and protect your teeth. Use Mouthwash Alongwith brushing and flossing, mouthwash helps your…

Hello, It’s Doc Ronald The gum diseases we will cover are basically gingivitis and periodontitis Gingivitis Gingivitis is the painful inflammation of the gums or gingiva The causes are; These are the symptoms that you have gingivitis How to prevent…

Hi, what is tooth sensitivity? Also called dentin hypersensitivity, tooth sensitivity means discomfort in the teeth as a response to certain stimulus such as hot or cold temperatures How do you know its sensitivity? How is this sensitivity treated? How…

Hello, What do you think bad breath is? Halitosis is another term for bad breath and it refers to unpleasant odor emanat- ing from the breath regardless whether it originates from oral or non oral sources. Now how does one…

Hello, its Ronald Doc. What is missing teeth/mapenge? Also called tooth agenesis, missing a tooth is simply not having the right num ber of teeth whether congenital or environmental. What are the congenital causes of missing teeth? Its commonly associated…

Wisdom teeth are the last of your teeth to erupt in the mouth at the very back from around ages 17 to 25 What are the signs of wisdom teeth coming? These symptoms don’t always happen ge ung and to…

Hello, what is the brushing? Its simply the act of cleaning teeth using a tooth brush. What if you don’t brush your teeth well? Does brushing well guarantee freedom from all the above? No. Brushing without flossing is incomplete teeth…

Hello Orthodontic simply means dealing with abnormalities of teeth and jaw. These are some of the common orthodontic problems. What are the causes of orthodontic problems Basically, orthodontic problems are easily seen visually and with x-rays. Treatment for such problems…

What is cancer? As the building blocks of our body, cells maintain our tissues and organs. When cell production and regulation lapse, abnormal growths or malignant tumors destroy healthy tissues and spread or metastasize the diseased cells to other parts…

Dental crowns are caps placed on top of damaged teeth. Crowns are used to protect, cover and restore the shape of your teeth when fillings don’t solve the problem. Dental crowns can be made out of metals, porcelain, resin and…

Dental amalgam is a liquid mercury and metal alloy mixture used in dentistry to fill cavities caused by tooth decay Lowcopper amalgam commonly consists of mercury (50%), silver, tin, zinc and other metals Dental amalgam fillings may release small amounts…

Causes of teeth stains Other causes of tooth discoloration could also include genetics, trauma, fluorosis (too much fluoride), and previous dental work. Teeth stains occur on the surface of the tooth or below the tooth enamel and some people develop…

If you have ever had a dental appointment, chances are high that you have had anaesthesia before. What’s anesthesia? Anaesthesia means a lack or loss of sensation/feeling. This can be with or without consciousness. It has been around for about…

Hello, its DR. Ronald Dental caries or tooth decay is a bacterial disease of the tooth which causes cavitation/holes on the tooth. They normally start small and gradually become bigger if left untreated. This is a globally common problem that…

Dentures are built to be durable. They need to withstand eating and chewing like regular teeth but they don’t last forever. They typically last between five and seven years with a good denture care routine. However, accidents happen, and broken…

Teeth whitening Over-the-counter whitening products will brighten your teeth, but professional treatments will work faster, provide better results and protect the gums and root surfaces. It is important to have a dental exam prior to using any type of teeth…

Do you know why Family Dental suggest getting a checkup every 6 months? It’s because regular dental visits are very important for maintaining healthy teeth and gums. In between these examinations, it’s important that you work to keep our teeth…