What is Dental Plaque? Why it is Harmful? Causes & Preventive measures
Dental plaque is a sticky bacterial biofilm that forms on teeth, along the gumline, and between teeth within hours of eating. It produces acid that erodes enamel and triggers gum inflammation, leading to cavities, gingivitis, and periodontitis if left undisturbed....
Why Replacing One Missing Tooth Is Not Just About Filling the Gap
If you’ve lost a tooth, especially a back tooth that isn’t visible when you smile, it can be easy to overlook the gap. If there’s no pain or noticeable change in appearance, you may wonder whether replacing it is necessary. Here’s the thing...
What Is Laser Dentistry and Is It Worth It?
Laser dentistry uses concentrated light energy to cut, ablate, or reshape oral tissue with precision that conventional instruments cannot replicate. Different lasers target different tissues diode and Nd:YAG for soft tissue, Er:YAG and Er,Cr:YSGG for hard and soft...
What Is Gingival Hyperplasia and How Is It Treated?
Gingival hyperplasia is an abnormal overgrowth of gum tissue that partially or fully covers tooth surfaces in severe cases. It is a tissue response to an underlying trigger commonly long-term medication use, chronic plaque accumulation, hormonal changes, or systemic...Medically Reviewed by
Dr. Jaydev Matapathi
BDS, MDS (Conservative Dentistry & Endodontics)
MFD RCSI (UK), MFDS RCPS (Glasgow, UK)
Member Faculty of Dentistry โ Royal College of Surgeons, Ireland
Member Faculty of Dental Surgery โ Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons, Glasgow Dual Super-Specialisation: Microscopic Endodontics & Smile Designing
Member Faculty of Dental Surgery โ Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons, Glasgow Dual Super-Specialisation: Microscopic Endodontics & Smile Designing