White Fillings
There is now considerable debate surrounding the use of mercury amalgam fillings which are unsightly and fail to strengthen teeth weaken by decay. The result is that many dentist and patients prefer mercury free alternatives.

Tooth Whitening (Bleaching)
Just as people have different skin and hair color, people also have different tooth color. Some teeth are more yellow, and some teeth yellow with aging. Natural tooth color can be discolored by a number of causes.

Composite Veneers
Composite are glass filled resins that are bonded to the teeth. The materials have improved dramatically in the past twenty years in terms of durability, esthetics, wear and use.

Porcelain Veneers
Porcelain Veneers are thin porcelain facings that cover the tooth and can be used to reshape, repair, or restore a tooth back to it's original size or even better! They are bonded to the tooth using a resin material and they are used to fill in spaces in teeth

Orthodontia (Braces)
What is orthodontic treatment?
Orthodontic treatment includes, the prevention, interception and treatment of non-ideal tooth positions (teeth which are crooked, protruded, etc.).

Crooked Teeth
Orthodontic treatment includes, the prevention, interception and treatment of non-ideal tooth positions (teeth which are crooked, protruded, etc.). Modern Orthodontics, however, reaches beyond the teeth, to the very jaws that contain them.

Tooth Jewel
Tooth Jewellery is the latest fashion craze.
This ready made tooth jewellery is available in various colors and sizes. Fitting takes about 10 to 15 minutes and is completely painless as there is no cutting of the tooth surface.

Fractured Teeth
Countless tooth fractures result from traffic accidents, bicycle falls, sports mishaps, blows to the face and chewing hard objects such as ice. A fractured tooth can evolve into a source of embarrassment for the appearance-conscious adolescent or adult.

Gummy Smile
Just as a picture needs a frame, a tooth needs the support of good healthy gums. Beautiful teeth can be covered by too much of gum tissue which makes the teeth appear small and your smile "gummy"

Dental Imaging
Creating Smiles with Technology
The trend in dentistry is towards more and more cosmetic work done. Dental imaging is a digital enhancement of a patient that helps him/her to get an idea as to what they are heading for.

Gaps & Spaces
Whether you like it or not, we live in a society that places tremendous emphasis on first impressions. Studies have shown how first impressions can influence job recruiting as well as salary offers.

Toothache
Toothaches can be the result of many factors. The pain of a toothache
usually presents itself with the following symptoms:

Sensitive Teeth
If you occasionally experience a sudden flash of pain or a mild tingly feeling when you bite into sweet or sour foods, or drink hot or cold beverages, you may have sensitive teeth.

Root canal
Root canal treatment is done to save teeth which previously would have required extraction. To help you understand this procedure, we have answered some often asked questions about this treatment.

Crown & Bridge
When a tooth is fractured, has a large old filling, or is severely damaged by decay, the placement of a crown (or cap) is recommended. The crown strengthens and protects the tooth and helps it to regain its lost aesthetics and function.

Missing Teeth
An important step in maintaining a healthy smile is to replace missing teeth. When teeth are missing, the remaining ones can change position, drifting into the surrounding space. Teeth that are out of position can damage tissues in the mouth

Implants
An implant is a small titanium cylinder (Fig. 1) that is surgically inserted into the bone of the jaw to replace the root of a missing tooth.

Dentures
A removable partial denture fills in the space created by missing teeth.

Bad Breath
Periodontal disease -Fig. 1 (gum problems) is the major cause of tooth loss in adults. It is mainly caused by plaque (Click here to know more on plaque and tartar control) and is usually painless. Regular dental visits are essential to timely diagnosis and treatment.

Bleeding Gums
Periodontal disease -Fig. 1 (gum problems) is the major cause of tooth loss in adults. It is mainly caused by plaque (Click here to know more on plaque and tartar control) and is usually painless. Regular dental visits are essential to timely diagnosis and treatment.

Sealants
Dental sealants represent one of the greatest, but least known advances of modern dentistry. Applied during a simple procedure, dental sealants dramatically reduce childhood cavities.

Fluoride
Fluoride is one of the most effective agents for preventing tooth decay. Fluoride is safe and necessary, but only at appropriate levels. Fluoride works two ways: systemically, meaning it strengthens teeth internally, under the gums in the jawbone.

Thumb Sucking
Thumb-sucking or finger-sucking is a habit that occurs with many infants. Your child will usually give it up naturally by the age of four.

Tooth Removal
Dentists extract teeth for many reasons, but by far, the most common is that the patient is in pain and wants to relieve the pain as quickly, permanently and as inexpensively as possible. This does not mean that there are not other ways of relieving the pain

Wisdom teeth
Wisdom teeth are known as third molars in dentistry. They are the last teeth to erupt in the mouth.

First Visit
Your first visit will usually be a consultation designed to determine your dental needs and wishes, through both discussion and examination.

Diet Counselling
Snacking -- it's a frequent ritual for all ages and a regular part of most kids' lives. Healthy snack foods can contribute to a well-balanced diet that includes a variety of foods, giving our bodies the nutrients they need.

Brushing
Brushing your teeth at least twice daily helps prevent tooth decay and gum disease, the major causes of tooth loss. Use a soft-bristle brush and an ADA-accepted fluoride toothpaste to remove plaque and foor particles. Replace your brush every two to three months.

Flossing
Flossing daily removes plaque and food particles between teeth and below the gumline.

Erruption Sequence
When Do Primary Teeth (Baby Teeth) Erupt?

Smile Enhancement
Whether you like it or not, we live in a society that places tremendous emphasis on first impressions. Studies have shown how first impressions can influence job recruiting as well as salary offers.