Cervical abrasions or non carious lesions

Have you felt a sharp shooting sensation around your teeth recently? Have you felt a dip or a crater like defect around the neck of your teeth where the sensitivity arises from?
Chances are that it may be a non carious lesion called Cervical Abrasion.

Cervical abrasions or Non carious tooth lesions are the result of Vigorous improper tooth brushing with a very hard tooth brush or abrasive dentifrices.

Such lesions typically occur at the neck of the teeth and appear to cause gingival/gum recession. The receding gums expose the root surface further and lead to development of sensitivity .
(Initially the sensitivity is mild )

This progresses to expose the pulp and may require root canal treatment. In many cases if the lesion is spotted early a simple filling can solve the problem. At times a minor gum corrective procedures ( Plastic periodontal surgery ) can completely cover the defect and provide aesthetic results.

If allowed to progress unchecked the lesion can become un restorable or irreparable.

In our following posts we will share with you the different methods by which such a lesion can be treated.

Until then brush well.
Eat healthy
Keep smiling.


Front Tooth fracture in children

Did your child fracture his front tooth due to a fall? It's not uncommon for children to lose or fracture their front teeth. If it happens emergency dental care will be needed to restore normalcy. At times a simple dental filling will do. 

Here's a useful tip. Do not discard the tooth or the fracture part. Preserve it in either saline solution or clean water. Bring it over to the clinic immediately and we may just be able to use the tooth or the fracture part.

Children pursuing sports ar prone to such accidents. We recommend a mouth guard to protect their teeth. Customised mouth guards can be fabricated to suit the needs. This prevents minor accidents from leading to major dental ememrgencies. 

Very often teeth can be irreparable. This could lead to a functional and aesthetic compromise very early in children. Don't let fear come in between your child and his goals.

Make an appointment today to find out more about mouth guards and how to correct fractured teeth in children. 

Chipped off or fractured front tooth correction with cosmetic dentistry

Chipped off or fractured front tooth correction with cosmetic dentistry. Don't ignore that chipped off tooth. It can expose your tooth to bacteria and cause decay. Remember that sharp shooting sensation on drinking cold or hot fluids. Chipped off teeth can lead to that tooth sensitivity
Simple tooth colored fillings can help correct the problem and prevent other major dental problems that your teeth can be subjected to. Protect your natural teeth and well get your smile back.

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Dental implants. All you need to know about.

Watch this video to know more about dental implants
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What if ?

What if we told you , that our teeth are meant to outlast us?

And

What if we told you that dental diseases are preventable to upto 95% of the time?

What if, all this was true and not just another myth?

Give it a try.

Visit your dentist twice a year for regular check ups & professional cleaning.

Keep your teeth and your smile for life.

Are you ready?
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When is your next appointment?

"Making your life easy" with technology. Whether it is buying groceries or paying your bills , automated reminders , let's accept it has made our life easy.

Then why not use it for your regular dental appointments?.

Visiting the dentist twice a year can not only protect you from dental diseases but can  also save your money. Spend a little on prevention not all your savings on emergency procedures.

You can now fix your appointments with us through our website. www.southsidedentalbangalore.

So, what are you waiting for?

See you soon.

Team South Side Dental

When is your next appointment?

"Making your life easy" with technology. Whether it is buying groceries or paying your bills , automated reminders , let's accept it has made our life easy.

Then why not use it for your regular dental appointments?.

Visiting the dentist twice a year can not only protect you from dental diseases but can  also save your money. Spend a little on prevention not all your savings on emergency procedures.

You can now fix your appointments with us through our website. www.southsidedentalbangalore.

So, what are you waiting for?

See you soon.

Team South Side Dental

Did you notice anything strange about your breath today?

Did you notice anything strange about your breath today?

Let's put it to test then.

Smell your breath at  different times in the day

1. Right now

2. 1 hr after lunch

3. Just when you are back from work.

4.1hr after dinner..

Then rate your breath.
1. Intolerable- people repeller
10. Unbelievably pleasant

Well, good luck then

Send me the results. .

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Have a great day!

Dental problems in children. A matter of prevention

South Side Dental .

Sharing with you some oral health facts of India.
Did you know that nearly 70% of school going children in India have tooth decay.

Nearly 51 million hours of precious  school time is lost due to dental problems alone.

Loss of attention in class or
Low self esteem can be tell tale signs.

Have you noticed any of these in your child?

Don't wait for things to go wrong,  prevent dental problems by visiting  dentist regularly.

1. Diet counseling
2. Fluoride application
3. Teeth sealants
Are some of the preventive measures we use  for children.

Protect your children from dental problems.

Visit our website www.southsidedentalbangalore.com to schedule an appointment today.

South Side Dental.

Sterilization and disinfection at our dental office is not just a protocol. Its  a HABIT.

We at Southside Dental strive to maintain high standards, to offer you nothing but the best in dental care.

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Ceramic Inlays Onlays

Metal free crowns.

Dental crowns and bridges or caps have been around a long time now. Either In the from of Caps (common for crowns) for single tooth post root canal therapy or to replace single or multiple missing teeth (bridges). 

From being metal only to being completely metal free, dental crowns have come a long way. 

We present one such scenario where metal free or full ceramic crowns (emax) have been cemented. 

Metal Ceramic Crowns or Porcelain- Fused- to- Metal Crowns 

has been the norm ever since ceramic technology was introduced into the field of dentistry. Charles H Land obtained a patent for his "Jacket Crowns" way back in 1889. As ceramic technology improved so did the bond between metal and porcelain. Although it is not the first choice in situations with high aesthetic demand, (like replacing upper front teeth), Metal ceramic crowns have proven to be highly effective.

Well then, the question all of us would like answered is " how long do they last"? The Longevity of the metal ceramic crown, depends largely upon

• Skill of the Prosthodontist /Dentist and the Lab  
• Techniques of crown preparation and impression techniques,
• Method and type of cement used in Cementation of the crown,
• Determination of correct occlusion among many other factors......

A skilled/ experienced dentist/ prosthodontist could accomplish all these to provide long lasting restorations/crowns. To put a number to the duration though difficult depends mostly on how they are put to use or how they are maintained and taken care of. Also the situation they are used in. for eg. over Root canal treated teeth or as abutments in bridges. Remember there is no substitute for what nature has given us. 

Take a look at one such case at our dental practice, South Side Dental Bangalore.

View of  1st Premolar and 1st Molar teeth, prepared post root
canal treatment to receive crowns.

Finished Metal Ceramic Crowns

Metal Ceramic crowns

View of  Cemented Metal Ceramic Crowns .

In our next post , read all about Full ceramic crowns or Metal Free Crowns and how it has helped transform people's smiles the world over. Follow us on southsidedentalblr.blogspot.in  /Like us us on Facebook.com/Southsidedental.Bangalore

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DENTAL CARE FOR THE EXPECTANT MOTHER

A wonderful feeling inside you, 

for a joyous moment is awaited, 

its he or she you wonder, what to name you ponder,

The Nine months feel like forever, for its all worth it,

as a woman will now be 'Mother'.

Pregnancy is characterised by complex physical and biological changes, that affect the general as well as the Oral health of the woman. in order to ensure health during and after pregnancy, it is imperative to carry out both curative and preventive procedures that includes dental care.

Bottom Line: " Oral health care is an essential component of a healthy pregnancy"

Educating pregnant women about the benefits of dental care is critical to their own and the child's health.Evidence has it 

• that infants and young children acquire decay causing bacteria from their mother. 
• Mothers who have untreated periodontal (gum ) disease are 7 times more likely to have premature baby.

When you are pregnant , hormonal changeS make you more prone to illness. It's time to visit your dentist when you have

• Bleeding gums on brushing or slight provocation,
• Discomfort while chewing food or otherwise,
• Burning sensation,
• Teeth have turned yellowish with chalky deposits on them,
• Food particles get forced between your teeth ....etc

Keep your dentist informed and problems at bay...

Are you wondering, like many others in our country, whether dental treatment is safe during pregnancy?

the answer is " dental treatment is absolutely safe throughout pregnancy".

TIPS FOR GOOD ORAL HEALTH DURING PREGNANCY,

1. Get treated. fear of dental treatment poses a big hurdle to many in seeking dental care. Dentistry is far more advanced today than it was a few years ago. Manage your fear and keep your baby safe. Have a healthy pregnancy.
2. Practice good oral hygiene, everyday. 
• Taking good care of yourself starts every morning by brushing right. Using a correct brushing technique will help remove plaque and prevent gum disease and tooth decay. 
• Use an effective tooth paste. one that is  fluoridated.
• Flossing between your teeth prevents decay from developing between your teeth.
• Your dentist will guide you to use an inter dental tooth brush if you have gaps between your teeth.
• Using a mouth rinse completes your oral hygiene. Alcohol free mouth rinses are a must in your kitty.
• if your going through troublesome mornings ( morning sickness / vomiting) rinse your mouth well to wash out the acids from attacking your teeth.
3. food that harm and foods that heal.
• harm: 
• carbonated drinks
• processed foods
• food high in sugar content.
• heal 
• veggies,
• cereals
• cottage cheese
• cheese
• milk and yoghurt.

NO matter what you eat, remember to rinse after every meal.

Enjoy every moment of motherhood. 

Keep yourself and your baby safe and healthy.

Caring for you always,

SOUTH SIDE DENTAL. 

BANGALORE

Dentistry @ SSD

South Side Dental
Centre For Cosmetic, Implants & Laser Dentistry

The Hindu : States / Karnataka : Dengue: prevention better than the bite, say doctors

The Hindu : States / Karnataka : Dengue: prevention better than the bite, say doctors

Sports & Energy Drinks Damage Teeth

FACT OR FICTION:
CAN PERIODONTITIS LEAD TO HEART DISEASE AND PUT EXPECTING MOTHER AT RISK ????
http://www.jcda.ca/uploads/c25/c25.pdf