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...
How Stress Shows Up in Your Mouth: Teeth Grinding, TMJ & Canker Sores
Stress doesn’t just live in your head. It has a habit of quietly settling into your jaw, your teeth, and the soft tissue lining your mouth often before you consciously notice you’re stressed at all. Many people are surprised to learn that a cracked molar,...
Can a Cosmetic Dental Treatment Also Improve Your Bite?
A smile can look better and work better after the same treatment, but those two outcomes aren’t automatic partners. Whitening changes colour, for example, yet does not move teeth. Clear aligners can straighten teeth and may also correct the way opposing teeth meet....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