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Commonest query of every patient to Dentist

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Now a days there are Dozens of Toothpastes in the market to choose from how do I know which one to use? Toothpaste is only a means to an End. If you are lazy about brushing, no matter which toothpaste you choose it won’t help. Know the recipe for your Toothpaste:- Fluorides :-It’s no doubt the most important element which will strengthen the tooth and make it less prone to chipping or cracking. Today is the era of processed food, Tea, Coffee, wine, Cigarette, Sugary drink which will weaken enamel and Fluorides will counter this issue. Abrasives: They are helpful. Yes, you got it correct!!! Abrasives like Silica, carbonates, alumina will scrub away bacteria & plaque from the teeth. Humectants : They moisturize the mouth and do not leave it dry. Flavoring Agents : With a bad taste it might reduce your desire to brush regularly so pastes are incorporated with flavours like mint, lemon, vanilla, bubblegum, strawberry, etc. SELECTION Now that yo...
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Top 5 Reasons for Tooth Decay

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What is Tooth Decay? Word Decay means to Rot or Decompose. Tooth decay also called dental caries, is a breakdown of teeth due to acids. This decay leads to Hole formation in the teeth which when not treated timely causes pain, infection & tooth loss. Layers of Tooth                                        The Hard outer Layer is called Enamel. The middle layer is called dentin. The centre of the tooth is called pulp. The more layers that are affected by decay, the worse the damage. Top 5 Reasons for Tooth Decay 1) Irregular and improper tooth brushing & flossing. One of the biggest reasons for decay is lack of proper brushing and flossing. This step is crucial since good oral hygiene can revert back the decay cycle. By default, bacteria harbours   in the oral...
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