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...
Which Teeth Whitening Treatment Actually Works?
Professional teeth whitening works by using peroxide-based bleaching agents that penetrate enamel and break down chromogenic compounds the actual pigment molecules causing discolouration. In-office laser and Zoom systems work fastest, delivering 6 to 10 shade lifts in...
How Can You Fix the Gap Between Your Teeth?
A gap between two teeth, known as a diastema, gets closed with composite bonding, porcelain veneers, clear aligners, or braces, depending on size and cause. Small gaps under two millimeters usually respond to bonding alone. Wider spaces, especially ones linked to a...
Tooth Extraction vs Root Canal: Cost Comparison
Tooth extraction is cheaper upfront, typically ranging from ₹500 to ₹3,000 for a simple case, while root canal treatment costs between ₹3,000 and ₹15,000 depending on the tooth and complexity. But that’s only part of the picture. A missing tooth left unreplaced...Medically Reviewed by
Dr. Jaydev Matapathi
BDS, MDS (Conservative Dentistry & Endodontics)
MFD RCSI (UK), MFDS RCPS (Glasgow, UK)
Member Faculty of Dentistry — Royal College of Surgeons, Ireland
Member Faculty of Dental Surgery — Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons, Glasgow Dual Super-Specialisation: Microscopic Endodontics & Smile Designing
Member Faculty of Dental Surgery — Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons, Glasgow Dual Super-Specialisation: Microscopic Endodontics & Smile Designing