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It gives an immense pleasure to share that Dr. Vijita Mehta has been awarded ‘Dental Entrepreneur of the year’ and  ‘Most HI Tech Dental Practice of the year’ Awards at Indian Dental Divas Award 2018.

PROUD MOMENT FOR THE DENTAL ARCADE TEAM.

We know we should floss at least once a day, but not everyone knows the right way to do it. Use this step-by-step guide to find out how to properly floss your teeth:-

1.Break off about 18 inches of floss and wind most of it around one of your middle fingers. Wind the remaining floss around the same finger of the opposite hand.

2.Hold the floss tightly between your thumbs and forefingers.

3.Guide the floss between your teeth using a gentle rubbing motion. Never snap the floss into the gums.

4.When the floss reaches the gum line, curve it into a C shape against one tooth. Gently slide it into the space between the gum and the tooth.

5.Hold the floss tightly against the tooth. Gently rub the side of the tooth, moving the floss away from the gum with up and down motions. Repeat this method on the rest of your teeth. Don’t forget the back side of your last tooth.

Once you’re finished, throw the floss away. A used piece of floss won’t be as effective and could leave bacteria behind in your mouth.

Your oral health is more important than you might realize. The compartmentalization involved in viewing the mouth separately from the rest of the body must cease because oral health effects general health by causing considerable pain and suffering and in turn the overall wellbeing.

1)Heart disease:- Studies have shown that people with moderate or advanced gum(periodontal)disease are more likely to have cardiovascular disease or heart disease than those with the healthy gums.

2)Lung Disease:- The same bacteria can also travel to the lungs , causing infection or aggravating existing lung conditions.

3)Organ Transplant:-Organ transplant patients defense system functions poorly due to heavy medication. The patient’s mouth must be completely healthy before and after organ transplantation .All infections of dental origin are potentially fatal when the body’s own defense system is suppressed.

4) Diabetes:- There is also a link between diabetes and gum disease .People with diabetes are more susceptible to gum disease. They should get there oral prophylaxis every six months.

5) Pregnancy:-During pregnancy ,hormonal changes may increase the risk of gingivitis ,or inflammation of the gums. Symptoms include tenderness, swelling and bleeding of gums. Without proper care, these problems may become more serious and can lead to gum disease. Some recent research suggests a link between gum disease and pre-term, low-birth-weight babies. Though findings are inconclusive and further research is needed, we do know the preventive dental care during pregnancy improve both oral and overall health and is safe for both mother and child.

6) Children:- Severe caries detracts from children’s quality of life. They experience pain, discomfort, disfigurement, acute and chronic infections, and eating and sleep disruption.

Visiting a dentist regularly can help you maintain your oral health. A dentist’s exam may defect poor nutrition and hygiene, as well as provide clues to  your overall well-being.

Dry mouth,  refers to a condition in which the salivary glands in your mouth don’t make enough saliva to keep your mouth wet. Dry mouth is often due to the side effect of certain medications or aging issues or as a result of radiation therapy for cancer. Less often, dry mouth may be caused by a condition that directly affects the salivary glands.

Saliva helps prevent tooth decay by neutralizing acids produced by bacteria, limiting bacterial growth and washing away food particles. Saliva also enhances your ability to taste and makes it easier to chew and swallow. In addition, enzymes in saliva aids in digestion.

Decreased saliva and dry mouth can range from being merely a nuisance to something that has a major impact on your general health and the health of your teeth and gums, as well as your appetite and enjoyment of food.

Signs And Symptoms :

• Sensation of dryness in mouth or throat, and saliva that seems thick and stringy.
• Halitosis
• Difficulty chewing, speaking and swallowing
• Alterations in sense of taste
• Discomfort when wearing dentures
• Frequent occurrences of tooth decay/dental caries
• Gum irritation and periodontal disease
• Dry or grooved tongue
• Mouth sores and dryness, cracked lips.

Causes

Dry mouth is caused when the salivary glands in the mouth don’t make enough saliva to keep your mouth wet. These glands may not work properly as the result of:

• Medications like anti epileptics, anti cholinergics
• Aging
• Nerve damage
• Other health conditions like Cancer , HIV Infections etc.
• Tobacco and alcohol use
• Recreational drug use

Treatments:-

Treatment is indicated according to the cause. Various treatment modalities are :

1. Change medications that cause dry mouth.
2. Recommend products to moisturize your mouth.
3. Prescribe medication that stimulates saliva production.
4. Protect your teeth by regular check ups
5. Sip water frequently
6. Chew sugar-free gums
7. Breathe through your nose, not your mouth
8. Try over-the-counter saliva substitutes

Peg lateral teeth, or peg lateral incisors, are terms used to describe a condition where the lateral incisors (the second tooth on either side of the front teeth) are undersized, conical and appear smaller than normal. This situation occurs when the permanent lateral incisors do not fully develop. Due to presence of peg lateral incisor, there will be a space between them and the adjacent teeth (this space normally would have been occupied by a fully developed lateral incisor) resulting in smile to appear abnormal.

There are several ways to treat and correct this condition. Porcelain veneers are the most common treatment for peg lateral incisors, and require little or no tooth preparation.  A porcelain shell is simply bonded over the smaller peg laterals making the teeth appear normal in size. If not enough space exists, it can be created by orthodontic treatment.

Causes of Peg Lateral incisors :

There are two primary causes of peg laterals

1. Genetics:  there seems to be a genetic component to this condition.  Some people with peg laterals have parents who had the same condition.
2. Developmental anomaly:  Sometimes the teeth just do not form correctly.

Some people are genetically missing the adult lateral incisors so the primary or baby lateral incisors remain in the position of the adult lateral incisors which looks abnormally small in an adult mouth.

How can we treat Peg Laterals :

(1) cosmetic bonding / Build up with tooth-colored materials

(2) Porcelain veneers

(3) Orthodontic treatment may be needed to position these teeth ideally for either of the above two options.  We work with many talented orthodontists to assist us when necessary for a more ideal result for you!

Sometimes the only treatment needed is to re position the peg laterals with orthodontic treatment or a removable appliance.

A free Dental check-up-cum-awareness camp was organised at Govt. Model   Sr. Sec. School, Khuda Lahora by Chandigarh police in association with the                THE DENTAL ARCADE.

Around  500 of senior citizens were examined in the camp. Apart from treatment the senior citizens were made aware about Dental health and oral hygiene by the team of expert Doctors-Dr. Vijita Mehta, Dr. Viniti Goel,           Dr Shivali Rai and Mr. Tejas Bhartiya

Sh.Ram Gopal central was present on the occasion along with                                    Mrs Poonam, Sh.Shadi Lal (Head constable) was also a part of event.