What is Medical Ethics?

 

Ethics refers to the moral principles that govern peo...Read more

Accident related Dental problems can happen so quickly that you’re not sure what just happened. One minute you’re having fun riding your bicycle for example, and t...Read more

What is Dental Amalgam?

 

Dental amalgam is a dental filling material used to...Read more

What are Braces?

 

 

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What is an Antibiotic?

 

An antibiotic is a type of antimicrobial substance act...Read more

What is Tobacco

 

Tobacco is made from the leaves of tobacco plants. It contai...Read more

What is Oral Hygiene?

 

Oral hygiene is the practice of keeping one's mouth cle...Read more

What is a Floss Threader?

 

A floss threader is a rigid, yet flexible piece of...Read more

What are Black Triangles in Dentistry?

 

These are triangle-shaped gaps betwee...Read more

What Is Enamel Hypoplasia?

 

Enamel hypoplasia is a defect of the enamel that o...Read more

A baby´s teeth start to form during pregnancy. By the time the baby is born, a full set of primary teeth has begun to form underneath the baby’s gums.

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The tough, outer covering of your teeth which is called Enamel is one of the strongest substances in your body. But it does have it limits. A forceful blow or excessive wear and...Read more

What is Periodontal Disease?

 

Periodontal disease (periodontitis) is gum dise...Read more

What is Dental Floss?

 

Dental floss is a cord of thin filaments used in interd...Read more

As you age, it becomes even more important to take good care of your teeth and dental health. One common misconception is that losing your teeth is inevitable. This is not true....Read more

What is Dental Examination?

 

A dental examination is part of an oral examination: the close in...Read more

When it comes to our dental care, we rely so heavily on the toothbrush but what do we really know about this odd-shaped tool? Here are some 10 things you must consider about you...Read more

What is open bite?

 

An open bite is a type of malocclusion that occurs when th...Read more

What is Teething?

 

Teething, also referred to as odiontasis or dentition, is ...Read more

Retainers are pieces of plastic or metal that are custom-made for each person. Their main purpose is to prevent teeth from shifting out of alignment after orthodontic treatment....Read more

Gum health is a crucial part of your dental health. Unfortunately, patients often don’t understand the role great gums can play in their smile. The truth is that bad gums...Read more

We find it easy and convenient to use toothpicks to remove food particles after a meal. However, experts warn that they pose certain dental threats.

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Do you know of the different surfaces of your tooth? Having a better understanding of different tooth surfaces will help us be more aware of how thorough we need to be in reachi...Read more

What Is Tooth Avulsion?

 

Tooth avulsion, or dental avulsion, is the complete ...Read more

What is Scaling and Root Planning?

 

Scaling and root planning, also known as ...Read more

What is a Tongue Tie?

 

A tongue tie is a condition someone is born with that l...Read more

What is Burning Mouth Syndrome?

 

Burning Mouth Syndrome (BMS) is a hot feeling or sen...Read more

Tooth extraction, also known as exodontics, is the permanent removal of a tooth from its socket and may be done manually using forceps or surgically.

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Angular Cheilitis is a condition that causes red, swollen patches in the corners of your mouth where your lips meet and make an angle. Other names for it are perleche and angula...Read more

What is Tartar?

 

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Tongue biting is very common and usually happens accidentally. You may bite your tongue while eating, during a seizure, or in the course of a traumatic event, such as a bike or ...Read more

You may not be worried that you’ve lost a tooth, especially if the gap doesn’t show when you smile. But did you know that there are dangers that come with not repl...Read more

What are natal teeth?

 

Natal teeth are teeth that are present when a baby is b...Read more

Tooth decay, also called cavity, is a hole that forms in your tooth. Cavities start small and gradually become bigger when they’re left untreated. Because many cavities d...Read more

What Is Teeth Stain?

 

Also referred to as teeth discoloration, teeth stain is ...Read more

Smoking and exposure to second-hand smoke are responsible for so many cancers related cases and deaths in Kenya.

 

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You may be surprised to learn that hormone surges may make you more vulnerable to gum disease. Here’s why: More female hormones (estrogen and progesterone) cause more blo...Read more

As you age, it becomes even more important to take good care of your teeth and dental health. One common misconception is that losing your teeth is inevitable. This is not true....Read more

What is a Tongue Scraper?

 

A tongue scraper is a tool used to help clean you...Read more

Whether you call it a hookah, hubble-bubble, shisha or goza, a water pipe by any name is hazardous to your health.

 

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What Are Leukoplakia?

 

Leukoplakia are thick, whitish-color patches that form ...Read more

Parents play an integral role in helping their kids t...Read more

What is Dental Erosion

 

Dental erosion is the loss of the surface of your tee...Read more

Sometimes we undertake cosmetic dentistry to look professional, fix a distracting chip or gap in your teeth, or brighten worn, stained, or discolored teeth. There are several co...Read more

What are Sinuses?

 

Sinuses are hollow, air-filled cavities that are in the s...Read more

What is Allergy

 

Allergy is a damaging immune response by the body to a subs...Read more

The possible connection between diabetes and oral health problems is high blood sugar. If blood sugar is poorly controlled, oral health problems are more likely to develop. This...Read more

Ensuring proper oral hygiene is essential to the overall oral health, no matter what your age is. Brushing your teeth twice daily and flossing after meals removes plaque, food p...Read more

Irrespective of your age, the causes of tooth decay remain the same. Tooth decay occurs when you have plaque with bacteria that feeds on the sugar you’re adding to your d...Read more

When you smile, your brain releases tiny molecules called neuropeptides to help fight off stress. Then other neurotransmitters like dopamine, serotonin and endorphins come into ...Read more

Good oral care habits are about more than just your teeth—a healthy mouth means a healthy body. That’s why it’s so important to see your dentist regularly. ...Read more

Understanding The Anatomy of the Tongue.

 

The tongue is a movable set of musc...Read more

Everyone is now well aware of how smoking can significantly harm your overall health. And while the number of people that smoke is declining, there are still too many smoke-rela...Read more

How to get whiter teeth is probably one of the most common concerns dentist all over the world encounter among clients.

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Fluoride is a mineral that is naturally found in water and food. When it comes to health, fluoride has several different benefits. Although studies have shown that it can streng...Read more

Tooth extraction is a procedure in which a tooth is removed to help improve the patient’s overall oral health and alleviate pain in case of an unrelenting toothache. A de...Read more

What is Invisalign?

 

Invisalign is a form of braces that use clear tray aligne...Read more

Also referred to as Periodontics, Periodontology is the specialty of dentistry that studies supporting structures of teeth, as well as diseases and conditions that affect them. ...Read more

The dental home concept of care is a comprehensive approach to improving oral health access for vulnerable populations by providing a regular source of care.

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Teledentistry is the use of information technology and tele-communications for dental care, consultation, education and public awareness in the same manner as telehealth and tel...Read more

Hormones play a major role in impacting the mood and also have a deep connection with oral health. Hormonal instabilities related with the menstrual cycle, puberty, pregnancy, m...Read more

A missing tooth can certainly change the appearance of your smile. Whether a missing tooth is the result of gum disease, injury, severe tooth decay, or a genetic condition, a mi...Read more

What is Plaque?

 

Your teeth are naturally covered with a sticky film called �...Read more

A toothache is pain that occurs in or around a tooth. The pain originates from within a tooth or the surrounding gum and bone structures. One usually feels toothache pain as a c...Read more

Why Are My Gums Bleeding?

 

Problems such as bleeding gums can be a sign that...Read more

How is saliva produced?

 

Saliva is a complex secretion. 93% by volume is secr...Read more

Erosion is the loss or wear of dental hard tissue by aci...Read more

Diet and nutrition are significant influencers of oral health, and can affect the development and progression of oral diseases and conditions such as caries, periodontal disease...Read more

The COVID-19 pandemic has meant delays in dental care for many families. Children whose dental problems might have been easily taken care of in an office setting may have had to...Read more

In early child development Baby teeth, also referred to as primary or Milk Teeth,   are a very important. They prepare a child’s mouth by establishing a healthy...Read more

Anesthesia means a lack or loss of sensation. This can be with or without consciousness. An anaesthetic is a substance that induces insensitivity to pain.

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Formerly known as baby bottle tooth decay or nursing caries, Early Childhood Caries is the early development of cavities in young children—specifically from birth to 6 ye...Read more

Bad breath is characterized by an unpleasant odor of the mouth. It can occur periodically, or it can appear as a chronic condition. It may be caused by foods a person eats, poor...Read more

Dental anxiety which is very common in children is a term used to desc...Read more

Without considering it as a replacement for daily brushing and flossin...Read more

Medically known as Bruxism, teeth grinding i...Read more

Aging comes with several health challenges, ...Read more

What is a Gummy Smile?

 

A gummy smile refers to a sm...Read more

What is Dental Splinting?<...Read more