Health Articles

Tooth Decay - What Is My Risk?

Damage to the tooth surface by acids produced by bacteria in the mouth is called tooth decay. Read about the factors that increase the risk of tooth decay and ways to reduce its incidence.

Dr. Akmal Abdelmalek

25 Mar 2020 - 4 min read

Thumb or Digit Sucking

Thumb or digit sucking is the most common oral habit among children. If this continues after 3 to 4 years of age, then it can result in harmful effects on the teeth and jaws. Read the article to know ...

Dr. Disha Kandi Jain

14 Mar 2020 - 4 min read

Dental Abscess (Abscessed Tooth) - Symptoms, Causes, Risk Factors, and Treatment

Is your tooth persistently paining and disturbing your sleep? This might be due to a tooth abscess. Learn about its symptoms, causes, risk factors, and treatment.

Dr. Sneha Kannan

22 May 2020 - 6 min read

How to Take Care of Orthodontic Retainers?

After orthodontic treatment, it is essential to wear retainers to prevent your teeth from moving back to their previous position. Read the article to know about ways to take care of your retainers.

Dr. Disha Kandi Jain

06 Mar 2020 - 4 min read

Cleft Lip and Cleft Palate - Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatments

Cleft lip and palate is a condition affecting children right from birth and is becoming more common nowadays. Read this article to know the causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options.

Dr. Lochana

29 Feb 2020 - 5 min read

Tongue Thrust

The habit of placing your tongue forward between upper and lower anterior or posterior teeth while you swallow is called tongue thrust. Please read the article to know about its effects on your teeth ...

Dr. Disha Kandi Jain

18 Mar 2020 - 4 min read

Oral Lichen Planus - Causes, Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment

Oral lichen planus (OLP) is an autoimmune disease affecting the oral mucous membrane and results in white, lacy lesions in the mouth. Read about its causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options.

Dr. Sneha Kannan

26 Feb 2020 - 5 min read

Dental Health During COVID-19 Lockdown

COVID-19 outbreak and lockdown have hit oral health in more ways than one. This article discusses dental health issues in lockdown during COVID-19 and how they can be prevented.

Dr. Soheel Hussain Zargar

13 May 2020 - 4 min read

Tooth Removal (Extraction) - Reasons, Complications, and Recommendations

Tooth removal or dental extraction is a common surgical procedure done usually under local anesthesia. This article discusses the common reasons for tooth removal, things to expect during the procedur...

Dr. Akmal Abdelmalek

29 Feb 2020 - 4 min read

Bruxism - Teeth Grinding

Bruxism is a condition where people grind or clench their teeth unconsciously while awake or sleeping. Read about its causes, symptoms, complications, and treatment options.

Dr. Disha Kandi Jain

07 Mar 2020 - 4 min read