Most people are not aware that crooked teeth are not simply a cosmetic issue. On the contrary, they can lead to many dental issues, many of them resulting from poor oral hygiene as crooked teeth are harder to access during brushing and flossing, leading to dental...

Oral systemic health is the connection between oral health and overall health. Many studies have linked poor oral health to diseases affecting other parts of the body such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes mellitus, stroke, dementia, rheumatoid arthritis and even...

Do you know that a missing tooth isn’t simply a cosmetic problem? A missing tooth can create stress on the surrounding teeth, leading to teeth tilting and moving out of place. The opposing tooth from the upper jaw may also lengthen in response to a missing tooth on...

How traumatic to have your permanent tooth knocked out! If it is still intact, try your best to save it. While the success rate is highest in children, some adults have managed to salvage their avulsed teeth as well. In an avulsed tooth, the blood vessels, nerves and...

Wisdom teeth, also known as third molars, are vestigial organs, or body parts that have become obsolete through evolution. They are leftover organs from when our ancestors needed larger and more powerful jaws to chew and tear through chunks of raw meat. As humans...

There are two types of teeth discoloration: external and internal.  External stains form on the enamel (the outermost layer of our teeth) and can be effectively removed with a scaling and polishing procedure. These are usually caused by poor dental hygiene or tobacco...

A well-rested, comfortable and calm child has the best chance of being a joyful dental patient! It thus helps very much to schedule your child’s visit when he is well-rested. It is vital that you avoid nap times! A tired little child may become very cranky and dental...