Why it’s important to floss your teeth

Do you know how important it is to floss your teeth? Gum Disease, Tooth Decay and Bad Breath could be prevented by flossing. People floss their teeth in the morning or at night. But in most of the case people gets lazy to floss their teeth. Because in the morning they rush to their work and at night they are tired from the day; not feeling like flossing teeth. So the best time for you to take floss with your work and floss after lunch at least once a day as it’s better for gum and also overall health. You can start floss from the back teeth and work the way around and also do the lower teeth. You put it in between your teeth and work like up and down, both sides of your tooth towards the gum line. This could help prevent the buildup from plaque and tartar around your gums. Some people might have bleeding or some irritation, but the more you floss the better you feel and the bleeding should go away. You will also get a fresher smile by doing this.

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If you have any question please consult your local dentist.

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Different reviews on Flexible Partial Denture

Are you interested to know about Flexible Partial Denture? 

This is how flexible partial denture looks like (see above figure)? It’s called Partial Denture because it’s only replacing part of your teeth in your mouth, only the ones that you are missing. And it’s flexible because the acrylic is half based- 50% acrylic and 50% of a rubber based material. Hence it gets its name flexible. It’s great because there is a lot less adjusting with a flexible partial denture than there is acrylic, because acrylic is much harder. But with the flexible one, it flexes to fit your mouth. So, you don’t have to go to your general dentist frequently for getting adjustment done all the time in order to form it to fit into your mouth. It actually basically customs fits itself to your mouth.  Partial Denture material heats up with the warmth of your mouth and therefore becomes more flexible. So there is a lot less adjustments and also there is a lot less time you have to go to dentist. You can also choose the different kind of color of the acrylic; so therefore, they can match the shade of the gums that are in your mouth. Basically it’s lot more comfortable to wear and its lot easier to get used to because you will not tend to get as many sore spots as you would with an acrylic denture. So the pros when it comes to flexible partial denture is it fits a lot better and there is a lot less down time for you when it comes to getting a new flexible partial denture.

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If you have any additional questions please consult your dentist.

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How to clean your dental implants

Dental implants are becoming very common in the industry. Many patients out there have this. You may be one of those. Now tooth is on Dental Implants that is a crown or a cap, sometimes porcelain. It’s important to keep this clean just as your regular teeth. They are going to feel like your regular teeth, they are going to look like your regular teeth. So let’s treat them like such except there are a few little things you are going to look out with the dental implants.

 

There is an example on the figure in which you can see there is a window showing the implant in the bone. It’s just like have a tooth back. It’s really important that you clean around this to keep the bacteria down. You don’t want to get infections in the bones which can spoil your dental implants.

First of all Brushing. Just use a standard regular tooth brush and brush the tooth in every direction, biting surface and outside. You brush very little circles that are 54 degree angles to get those gums. Once you get those gums cleaned there, it’s also important to floss around that. 

It’s a fake tooth that does not mean you don’t need to floss. From the figure you see how to floss it. You floss it to get all the bacteria that might be stuck around your crown.

It’s important to bear something like plastic (shown in figure) to remove some food particles which might be bothering you around the implants. And it’s very important that you never use any metal like needle around your implants. If you use these things might be you scratch it and bacteria can be stick to it, which can give you a little gum infection or something. So be sure you use proper cleaning tools, plastic and never touch your implants with anything metals.

If you have any additional questions please consult your dentist.

Dr. Thakur, BDS, MAGD, Orlando Family Dentist

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Orlando, Central Florida.

Cosmetic Dentistry: Little secret for feeling more confident

Here is a more little secret for feeling more confident fast. Imagine having a brand new to rob that   gorgeous smile in just one day. Just one!! You want to be that girl. The girl that everyone’s talking about. The girl that everyone’s asking what is your secret? How does she look so great? Now with the magic of Cosmetic Dentistry you can be that girl. The tiny little secret is, if you don’t know, you can go from having any frustration of problem that you might have with your smile to a glowing, sparkling like gorgeous smile and It’s as little as one hour to just one visit. Did you know the quality of your smile has a more directive fact on your personal and business relationship than any other part of your appearance?

In fact 88% of people in North America say they always remember someone with an especially attractive smile. Perhaps that’s why more than half of the adults in America wish they could change their smile. Some adults want to fix problems they have had since childhood like discolored, crooked, or irregular shaped teeth.  Others want to fix conditions they have developed over times like cracked, worn down or discolored teeth. There is a good reason for this.

Your smile can light up a room!! Or hiding your smile can prevent people from seeing the true beauty inside you. For hundreds of years, all the way from Monalisa to today’s Cover girls, the absence or presence of a dazzling smile has always carried great significance. It is reliable indication of a person’s sense of well being and has an enormous impact on a person’s health, self esteem and both personal & business relationship.

Not all patients have the same problems or desires. But there are some common solutions to the most common problems including stains, crooked, missing or cracked teeth. Some examples of these solutions are:

First, Teeth Whitening. Imagine having your teeth 4 to 12 shades whiter and as little as 60 minutes.

Secondly, Veneers and Crowns. If teeth are chipped, stained or crooked, a new attractive white smile is sometimes as easy as only 2 visits. Veneers are contact-lens thin porcelains that are bonded to the tooth to create white smile without shots or drills in many cases.  Crowns replace broken ugly teeth that are weakened by cavities or old fillings creating strong foundation for years of comfortable chewing. If your teeth are shaded or dark, you can replace your silver fillings with white fillings allowing them to look more sparkling white immediately.

So, if a smile’s so important, why don’t more people smile and why don’t people get their dream smile? Most of the time it’s because they don’t know what’s possible for them? Consult your dentist, they can find out a good solution for you.

If you are near Orlando our family dentistry can give you the right solution according to your problem. Visit us to feel the difference and get Beautiful, Healthy and Attractive Smile for a life time.

Dr. Thakur, BDS, MAGD, Orlando Family Dentist
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Procedure of Dentures

Replacement of several posterior Teeth with Partial Dentures can be much easier.  After Extraction the tissues will atrophy. For best support and fit small preparations are made on the teeth. These are called rests. Rests are very small and shallow and the teeth that are adjacent to the missing tooth space are prepared. The Partial Dentures replace the teeth and the atrophy gums on both sides and the two sides are connected by a thin metal bar. These tooth supported dentures have metal extensions that fit perfectly into the rests preparation and therefore the denture rests on the teeth, not on the ground. The denture also has clusps that fit around the teeth to keep the dentures in place.

If you have any additional questions please consult your dentist.

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Periodontal (Gum) Treatment

Periodontal Disease is an infection of the teeth, gums and the bones around the teeth. And it’s the leading cause of a tooth loose. Stabbings condition begins with through diagnosis. The main cause of periodontal disease is the accumulation of plaque, the sticky film of food and bacteria that forms constantly on your teeth. The bacteria and plaque invade the spaces between the teeth and gums and begin producing toxins. These toxins combine with your body’s reactions to them destroys the bone around your teeth. Once bone has been lost, it never grows back on its own. When too much bone is lost, there is so little support for teeth. They get loose and have to be removed. If you have periodontal disease, you may have some of the symptoms.

Symptoms of Perio Disease

• Persistent bad breath
• Bleeding Gums
• Swollen, tender gums.
• Gums pulling away from teeth.
• Loose teeth.

Healthy gums are tied against the teeth. There aren’t any pockets and they don’t bleed. It is also possible to have no noticeable symptoms when you have Periodontal Disease. In fact most people who have periodontal disease aren’t even aware of it. Because of this we perform a thorough examination with periodontal probe and X-Rays. Periodontal Probing measures the depth of the space in your gums. When you have periodontal disease, these spaces are called pockets. We measure the pockets from the bottom of the pockets where they attached of the tooth to the top of the gums.  If probe reading has more than three millimeters, then this is a sign of periodontal disease. In general the deeper the plaques, the greater the spread of periodontal disease. Gum sometimes bleeds during probing. This is also a sign of infection. X-Rays tell us a lot about periodontal disease. In advanced periodontal disease bone levels are much lower than they are in healthy mouth.
Once we’ve found periodontal disease, we will talk with you about treatment options and proper home care to minimize bone lose and to restore the health of your gums.

If you have any additional questions please consult your dentist.

Dr. Thakur, BDS, MAGD, Orlando Family Dentist
Website: Thakur’s Family Dental, Orlando

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Dental Office Location in Orlando:
5480 Curry Ford Road
Orlando, Central Florida.

Dental Crowns and It’s Treatment Procedure

As you age, your teeth age too. Decay, Fillings, trauma or even just normal chewing habits can make your teeth break down over time. A porcelain dental crown or a cap is a cover that is placed over a tooth to protect a weakened tooth from further fracturing or deteriorating. A Porcelain crown could also be used to replace a discolored or badly shaped tooth or protect a tooth that has had a root canal. Lastly, a new porcelain crown is necessary to simply replace an old worn down or defective crown.

It normally takes two visits for your dentist to complete your Crown. On your first visit, a local anesthetic is administered to make the procedure more comfortable. During this visit your dentist will use a dental hand piece to shape and prepare the tooth so the crown can properly fit over it. In some instances tooth may need an additional procedure to replace areas of decay, oral fillings to better support the crowns. Next an impression of the tooth is taken and a temporary crown is inserted to protect the prepared tooth. This impression is then sent to a dental laboratory where custom fit permanent crown is made. In some cases on your second visit, the permanent crown is placed and if necessary adjusted to create a proper fit. If the fit, shape and color of the crown are satisfactory, your dentist will proceed with permanently cementing it into place.

Keep in mind in some instances the crown received back from laboratory may not fit as expected. In these cases your dentist may need to take a second impression or re-adjust the tooth in order to fabricate a crown that fits just right. After the successful completion of the crown it is common to feel some discomfort, mild pain when you chew or sensitivity to temperature changes for a few days. As advised by your dentist you can take over the counter pain medicine to alleviate the discomfort. If this symptoms persist more than a few days, Visit your dentist.

Finally, if your newly cemented crown feels too tall or your bite does not feel right, you should contact your dentist for further adjustment of the crown.

You may ask, Can’t I get a filling instead? The answer is No! When a tooth requires a crown, it is already been weaken to the point that it may not be strong enough to support a Filling. Using an unsupported Filling instead of a Crown often causes the tooth defracture beyond the point of repair.

Please keep in mind that the longevity and durability of your crown is directly related to your oral hygiene and the material selected to make the crown. All porcelain crowns are generally considered the most aesthetic choice since they closely resemble the color and appearance of your teeth. Porcelain continues to improve and in fact, there are newly developed porcelain materials which can better withstand the forces of chewing. Porcelain Crown can give you the Hollywood smile that you are looking for.

If you have any additional questions please consult your dentist.

Dr. Thakur, BDS, MAGD, Orlando Family Dentist

Website: Thakur’s Family Dental, Orlando

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5480 Curry Ford Road

Orlando, Central Florida.

Teeth Cleaning Procedure

Most people have heard of Gingivitis but you’ve probably never heard the word Prophy. So what is it? Prophy is short for prophylactic teeth cleaning. Most patients who require prophy are diagnosed by their dentist with an inflammation of their gums, commonly known as gingivitis. 

Simply put, it starts with poor brushing. The main cause of gingivitis is plaque and tarter build up. First comes the plaque. Plaque is the yellow film on your teeth caused by food and bacteria in your mouth. Next comes the tarter. When plaque buildup mixes with the saliva in your mouth it hardens over time and turns into tarter. Tarter, usually a result of poor brushing, ultimately leads to gingivitis. It’s a vicious cycle.

Gingivitis can also be a warning sign for a more severe gum disease called periodontal disease. Periodontal disease is when gingivitis is left untreated and can lead to bone loss or even tooth loss.

But don’t despair! The good news is that gingivitis can be treated with prophy. And with routine oral hygiene at home, such as proper and regular brushing and flossing, you can prevent gingivitis from reoccurring.

So how exactly does prophy work? Prophy is a multi-step process that is normally done in one office visit:

1. First, a general cleaning is performed. This is either done manually or with an ultra sonic instrument called a cavitron, or sometimes a combination of the two. Both techniques loosen and remove plaque and tarter build up.
2. Following the initial cleaning, a rotary machine that looks much like a toothbrush with toothpaste on it is used. This removes any remaining plaque around or under the gums. It also helps to polish the outer surface of your teeth which helps reduce future plaque build up.
3. The final step is to floss to remove any and all remaining plaque between the teeth.

The risks associated with prophy are fairly minor. In some incenses during the procedure a Tooth Filling or Crown may become loose. Though keep in mind that any filling or crown that would become loose is most likely already defected. Any sound filling or crown will safely withstand the prophy procedure. 

Please check your dentist if you have any further questions.

Dr. Thakur, BDS, MAGD, Orlando Family Dentist

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Orlando, Central Florida.

Tooth Filling Procedure

Cavities, as their name implies, are essentially holes in your teeth caused by decay. You can sometimes spot a cavity, as the area surrounding the hole generally looks dark brown or gray.


The main culprits to blame for your cavity are certain types of bacteria in your mouth. These bacteria are contained in plaque and they interact with the carbohydrates and sugars in your food creating an acidic environment that dissolves the protective enamel on the outer layer of your tooth. Once the acid succeeds in eroding the enamel, your tooth is exposed, leaving just the softer dentin layer, which will ultimately cause the formation of a cavity. At this point the decay process rapidly speeds up and spreads deeper into the tooth.

A Tooth Filling is necessary to treat your cavity because if left untreated the decay will eventually grow and will enter into your nerve canal. And yes, this can be as painful as it sounds. It can also lead to more serious problems such as infection or abscess.

A Dental Filling may also be needed to replace or repair an old worn down existing filling or to fix a chipped tooth.

In addition to potential pain and discomfort and possible tooth loss, if you wait to have your cavity filled it may end up requiring a more difficult process, such as a root canal, to save your tooth. And it could also cost you a lot more money to fix. The bottom line is you should get your cavity filled as soon as you can.
After your dentist detects a cavity, either through a clinical exam or with the use of X-Rays, it’s time to actually fill it. In most cases a local anesthetic is used to make the filling procedure virtually painless. Once the tooth is numb, the next step is to remove the tooth decay. This is done using a dental rotary machine as well as dental hand instruments. Once the decay has been removed, the tooth is now ready for the filling material of choice.

Composite is the filling material of choice when it comes to matching your tooth color. Composite Fillings consist of plastic and glass particles. They have become the most popular filling materials because they can match your existing tooth color and they also solidly bond or glue to the tooth. After the decay in your tooth has been cleaned, a cleansing gel is applied. Next, a bonding solution is applied finally followed by a composite filling material. Composite is hardened by applying high intensity blue light. It only takes a few seconds for the materials to harden. Once the tooth is filled and the composite is hardened, the filling is checked to ensure the proper shape and look. At this point any necessary adjustments are made and then your filling is complete.

Following the Tooth Filling Procedure, it is very common to experience some discomfort, normally at the site of the anesthetic or at the tooth itself. To alleviate the discomfort, it is recommended you take over the counter pain medication. If the symptoms persist, then you should visit your dentist.
In some cases the decay could be quite deep and close to the nerve of the tooth. In these instances the nerve could already be infected with bacteria. Even though a filling has been placed, there is still a good chance that the tooth may need to go under root canal therapy to relieve the discomfort.

Also, Composite Fillings may change color over time. Please keep in mind the longevity of a filling depends in large part on your oral hygiene and diet. So be sure to maintain your filling with proper brushing and flossing.
If you have any additional questions please consult your dentist.

Watch the Video procedure of Tooth Filling

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Zoom Teeth Whitening Procedure

There is a new secret to looking younger. An advancement so profound, it took a team of scientists years to create – A Time Machine called Zoom. Getting Zoom is the fastest way to erase years from your looks. Zoom is the most advanced Teeth Whitening ever. Nothing works like it. Zoom gel gently penetrates the sub-micron pores of tooth enamel. The patented Zoom Light super activates the gel through unique Photo Fenton Reaction, breaking down the stains’ double bonds in just 45 minutes. Years of discoloration disappears, transforming your smile to WOW!!

Find a Zoom Dentist near you.

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Primary Hemorrhage and its Treatment

Primary hemorrhage is postoperative bleeding that occurs immediately after an extraction. In essence, the wound does not stop bleeding. To permit clear visualization and localization of the site of bleeding, the mouth should be irrigated thoroughly with saline. The patient’s overall condition should be assessed. Once the general site of bleeding is identified, pressure should be applied for 20—30 minutes. Extraneous granulation tissue or tissue fragments should be carefully debrided. If the source of the bleeding is soft tissue (e.g., gingiva), sutures should be applied. If the source is bone, the bone may be burnished. Bee’s wax can be applied. Placement of a hemostatic agent, such as a surgical gel, in the socket may be followed by the placement of interrupted sutures. The patient then should be instructed to bite on gauze for 30 minutes. At the end of that time, coagulation should be confirmed before the patient is dismissed.

A clot may fail to form because of a quantitative or functional platelet deficiency. The former is most readily assessed by obtaining a platelet count. The normal platelet count is 200,000—500,000 cells/mm3 prolonged bleeding may occur if platelets fall below 100,000 cells/ mm3. Treatment of severe thrombocytopenia may require platelet transfusion. Qualitative platelet dysfunction most often results from aspirin ingestion and is most commonly measured by determining the bleeding time. Prolonged bleeding time requires consultation with a hematologist.

Reference: Dental Secrets, By Stephen T. Sonis, D.M.D., D.M.Sc.

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What are the generally accepted principles for cavity preparation?

1.     Cavity preparations should be governed by tooth anatomy, tooth position in the dental arch, extent of the carious lesion, and the physical properties of the filling material.

2.     Gingival margins should be ended on enamel whenever possible.

3.     Cavity preparation margins should be supragingival whenever possible.

4.     Margins of posterior cavity preparations should not end directly in occlusal contact areas. Contact areas should be composed of one material to allow for even wear. Uneven wear results if two materials meet at the contact area, thereby producing open margins.

5.     Weakened and unsupported tooth structure should be removed.

6.     Maintaining a dry work field with the use of a rubber dam is without equal and will always enhance the consistent quality of restorations.

Source: Dental Secrets, Stephen T. Sonis, D.M.D., D.M.Sc

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Dentists: Treat a patient in a friendly way.

The patient presents with a gross generalization. Distortions and deletions of information need to be explored. Most of the patients don’t like dentists. It’s a common phenomenon. But you can start questioning adding surprise in your voice that, “You don’t like dentists?” with expecting he or she will explain. It’s important tolisten to patients and let them express their thoughts and feelings.They may have had bad experiences with the dentists in the past. You can therefore show that you are different from their previous dentists and start a new chapter in the patient’s dental experience. “I couldn’t catch my breath the last time I had a root canal”, “I don’t want to lose any of my teeth”, “I had a very bad tooth pain last few days, please get me out of this pain” – These words are very common among all dental patients. Now it’s your duty to listen to them carefully and start an interviewing session to get the exact clinical data. Keep a warm smile and show your concern. Another important thing to deal with is fear of dental procedures among patients. As a result dentists will find some patients who fear dental appointments. Dental fear comes from previous experiences or may come naturally. Nowit’s you who can change the way they feel.Provide your patients with a caring and protective experience which will eliminate any fear from the patients.

Dentists should explain the whole treatment procedure to their patients and distract them with interesting anecdotes during the treatment. This prevents a patient from becoming too anxious. Positive statements like “It’s not going to hurt you”, “You will be perfectly all right”, “It’s a very simple matter, don’t panic” – can make the patients feel much better.

Dr. Murad Thakur.
BDS, MAGD.
Advanced Family Dentist.

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Reference: Dental Secrets, By Stephen T. Sonis, D.M.D., D.M.Sc.

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