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Are You Travelling Abroad To Get Dental Implants?

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Are you planning to travel abroad for getting dental implants? Why? Don’t you have enough faith in the dentists here at home? Come and visit Dental Aesthetics and we will solve all your worries and problems. More recently we have witnessed a large number of patients seeking medical assistance across international borders, especially for their dental concerns. While it sounds reasonable enough to travel abroad for treatment of ailments which do not have enough medical assistance here in Pakistan, it sounds a little off when we say “I’m going form Lahore to London for a dental surgery to London” while we have the most qualified and best dentists in Pakistan . People nowadays travel to USA, UK and Canada for dental implants, hoping for better treatment, without realizing that we have world’s best dental implants in Pakistan here, offering state-of-the-at services at far less cost than those abroad. If you are still willing to travel abroad for dental implants, here is a list...

How Does Smoking Lead To Oral Health Issues?

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Smoking leads to a number of dental problems, both minimally dangerous and glaring concern. Research suggests that 16% of the smokers suffer from poor dental health, which is almost four times the rate of non-smokers. Common problems range from bad breath, tooth discoloration, and inflammation of the salivary gland openings as well as excessive build-up of tartar and plaque on the teeth and increased loss of bone within the jaws. Dentists in Pakistan also suspect smoking to be a leading cause of increased risk of leukoplakia, which results in white patches inside the mouth. Also, smok ing increases the risk of developing gum diseases while also delaying the healing process following any dental surgeries such as tooth extraction or periodontal treatments, and lowering the success rate of dental implants. On a more serious note, smoking increases the risk of developing oral cancer. Moreover, dentists in Pakistan contend that smoking is a leading cause of gum diseases; smokers ...

Dental Caries – Symptoms, Diagnosis, Treatment and Prevention

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Dental caries, the technical term for cavities, is one of the most common dental concerns of every generation. It is essentially a scientific term for defining tooth decay, caused by specific types of bacteria that produce acid which eventually destroys the tooth’s enamel and the underlying layer, dentin. There are many different types of bacteria that build up on the teeth in a sticky film known as plaque. This plaque is a combination of saliva, bits and pieces of food particles, and other natural substances. Plaque forms on the easiest of spaces such as in cracks, pits and grooves in the back teeth, between teeth, around the dental fillings or bridge, and near the gum line. These bacteria essentially turn sugar and carbohydrates present in the food into acids which are  harmful for both the enamel and the dentin. The acid works to dissolve minerals in the hard enamel, makes it erode and decay. These pits, or cavities, are too small to see with naked eye at first, but with ...

What You Need To Know About Dental Crowns?

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Keeping aside the royalty attached to their names, Dental Crowns tend to be extremely helpful in several dental issues. Filling Restoration is used to repair few minor dental issues, but in order to correct some serious dental problems such as damaged, stained or broken teeth – dentists near you have to take significant steps that involve crowns and bridges. If your dentist has already suggested you having crown, you must know about them in detail. Why You Need Crowns? You may be perplexed that why the dentist has recommended you dental crowns. one of the causes for Crowns used is when a tooth has been damaged and is weak thus cannot hold a large filling. Also at times, cosmetic dentists in Lahore use crowns to treat discolored or unevenly shaped teeth. Moreover, dental crowns are used to cover dental implants and mottled teeth. Benefits of Crown Besides curing the damaged teeth, the cosmetic dentists in Lahore state that crowns provide significant improvement to your fa...

Replacement Of Missing Teeth

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With increasing awareness of Oral health, every individual aims for healthier teeth and beautiful smile. Also, conditions or diseases resulting in early loss of teeth creates space that is apparently unpleasant and may make one conscious publicly. However, dentistry has solutions to your concerns and Doctors at Dental Aesthetics will help you bring back your beautiful smile. Same Day Dental Implants Also known as immediate load dental implant, it allows a dentist to insert a temporary tooth (a crown) on the same day as an alternative treatment for dental implant. The benefit of immediate load implant is that it doesn’t leave you toothless and allows you to smile, eat and talk normally. In the meanwhile, your implant place heals and starts fusing with natural jawbone in the period of 3 to 6 months. It is the most suitable option for those, who are much concerned about their facial aesthetics and have enough jaw bone to support the implant. Therefore, you must take opinion of...

Taking Care Of Your Dentures—Tips From A Dentist

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Dentures are used when some or all teeth are missing. The replacement teeth not only maintain your facial appearance but also help eating. To increase the life of your dentures and for their proper functioning, you need to take care of your dentures properly. After wearing replacement teeth, get a proper guide on “how to take care of dentures” from the best dentist in Pakistan . Given below are some tips on “taking care of dentures”. Clean Dentures On Regular Basis Though, these are replacement teeth but you need to take care of them same as you take care of your natural teeth because according to the professional dentists, these can get stains, tartar and plaque due to bacterial action. As a result, the infection can damage the gum tissues as well. You can either clean them with a toothpaste or a mild detergent or a soap can also work the best. Instead of using a regular brush, get a special denture brush from the market. Take Care Of Them Properly After removal of dent...

How Different Foods Affect Our Teeth And Gums Differently?

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The main factor which is responsible in making or breaking oral health is our “diet”. Directly or indirectly, it affects our health the most – both in positive and negative way. If we take healthy foods that would certainly increase the health and life of our teeth and gums. In the same way, unhealthy foods have negative impact on teeth and gums. Therefore, getting a thorough idea of different foods and their effects on the oral health is important. A dentist orthodontist can also brief you or provide you a chart of healthy and unhealthy foods for your teeth. Let’s have a look at the list of healthy foods. Leafy Green Vegetables Leafy green vegetables are rich in vitamins, minerals and calcium and are low in calories so, these are excellent to make teeth healthier and stronger. Calcium in green vegetables strengthens the teeth enamel whereas folic acid contains multiple other benefits for the teeth and gums. The leafy green vegetables which you can include in your diet are...

Teeth Sensitivity After Scaling – Its Natural and Treatable

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Doctor I feel sensitivity, is it something to worry about? No, it’s natural and will fade away in a while. Phew! It is a normal thing to expect sensitive teeth after getting scaling treatment. It’s not that the dentist wants to make more money, in fact its natural. This sensitivity could be due to other reasons, but if there was a lot of calculus after cleaning sensitivity will only last for two to three days, if it prolongs, you must visit a nearby dentist . What Makes Your Teeth Sensitive? While going through a scaling treatment to have a cleaner, shiner and healthier teeth, the dentist removes the tartar or plaque from the surface of the teeth, making them plaque free in oral cavity. Therefore sometimes they become a bit sensitive. For patients who undergo a deep scaling and root planning treatment where tools are used between the gums and tooth roots, removing the tartar in the gum-line gets the root exposed therefore sensitivity increases and causes discomfort. However...

Do Dental Veneers Really Help In Smile Enhancement?

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Have you ever tried to check your facial expressions in-front of a mirror? Almost everyone does this consciously or unconsciously and the most common move we take to observe our looks is a “smile”. No matter whether we are trying a new dress, new hair style, or anything else we check everything while keeping a smile on our face because this expression also enhances our overall personality. This is the reason that dental field kept on expanding ultimately developing a new branch called cosmetic dentistry, the entire focus of which is on the facial aesthetics. The cosmeticdentists in Pakistan and around the world have been putting in their all efforts on dental aesthetics. That is why there have been introduced multiple methods of enhancing smile. For instance – there are devised different teeth whitening techniques because sparkling teeth add to your smile value. Teeth bonding, crowns, enamel shaping and contouring and veneers are various techniques with ultimate purpose...

5 Key Facts To Justify Teeth Brushing At Night

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The common response of a dentist to a patient is brushing the teeth twice a day i.e., before breakfast and after supper. But truly, how many of you follow this advice? Mostly people regularly brush their teeth in the morning but seldom at night because at the end of the day, they might be lazy after spending a hectic time. Others hardly believe that skipping brushing can result in harming the teeth in the longer run. Therefore, given below are some of the key facts revealed that will surely justify the reason of tooth brushing at night. Controls Acid Production in The Mouth We eat a variety of food all day therefore production of acids in mouth is natural. However, these acids are neutralized by the calcium present in the saliva. As the saliva production slows down while we are sleeping therefore, the acid keeps accumulating ultimately damaging the teeth enamel and roots. If you brush your teeth at night, the fluoride will remineralize your teeth ultimately making them more...

Four Facts about Invisalign – Know Before You Go

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It is not wrong if we say that Invisalign is one of the greatest advancements in the dentistry field and being the clear brace technology, Invisalign has become a famous cosmetic treatment to straighten the teeth, close teeth gaps and adjust the overbites. Invisible braces, as they are mostly tagged, are mostly preferred by adults who want a discreet solution compared to traditional orthodontic treatment. And not just adults but this technique is becoming equally popular among teenagers. Due to the growing popularity of Invisalign innovation, it has become essential for dentists in Pakistan to clear the myths and facts. If you are also the one looking for Invisalign treatment, the following post will help clear the confusion and provide more details about the modern braces. Aligners Need to Stay on Your Teeth All The Time Invisalign braces, also known as aligners, are removable and this feature distinguishes it from traditional wire and bracket type of braces. It means you ...

Abscessed Tooth - Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

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When a tooth persistently hurts with pain, throbs in the gum and does not let you sit still – it could be something more than a simple toothache. In short, having an abscessed tooth is never fun. An abscessed tooth is due to an infection within a tooth that has spreaded to the root tip or around the root. If you say that an abscessed tooth can be painful, it is an understatement as it can be agonizing and can have some serious consequences if you wait too long to treat it or leave it untreated entirely. The good news is that this severe pain can be treated quickly without any pain. All you need is to make an appointment with a dentist near you to know about the causes and the treatment it needs. What is a Tooth Abscess? A tooth abscess is an infection within the tooth. The pain can hit you quite suddenly and seems to come out of nowhere. Symptoms of Abscessed Tooth The telltale sign of an abscessed tooth is sharp throbbing pain that you cannot ignore. The pain can be ag...

Brush Or Floss - What Is More Important?

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You must have heard dentists repeating it countless time that brushing and flossing are key steps for maintaining an optimal oral care. The American Dental Association (ADA) recommends everyone to brush teeth twice a day and floss your teeth at least once a day. However, the question remains there: is flossing more important than brushing? Surprisingly, the answer is “yes”. All the dentist in Pakistan agree that flossing plays a more important role in removing plaque and food particles because it reached the spots between your teeth and beneath the gums unlike a brush that cleans the front and back of the teeth. And these hard to reach parts are the ones that promote growth of dangerous bacteria, and failure to remove which can lead to serious issues such as gingivitis. However, for several lazy people, flossing can be too much of a process. Brushing seems to be an easier option. What are The Facts? All the dentists in Pakistan agree that when you do not floss, you a...

How To Achieve Optimal Oral Care With Food?

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You must have heard that all the dentists near you emphasize on the correct method of tooth brushing and flossing in order to achieve the cleanest mouth. Besides the extreme importance of brushing and flossing, your diet has an impact on oral health. You are aware of the food items that you must abstain if you want to keep your teeth healthy and beautiful, which include sweets, starchy foods and fizzy drinks. In addition, sticky chocolates and candies should also be avoided. However, you must know about the foods that promote good oral health. Incorporating the right food into your diet can strengthen teeth, keep them healthy and heal cavities naturally. Let’s have a look at the foods that are best for your oral health. Coconut Coconut oil pulling is an ancient yet fantastic oral detoxification procedure to remove toxins from your mouth and creating clean and antiseptic oral environment that is needed to prevent cavities and other oral diseases. Even nowadays, majority of...