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Holy Herb Tulsi: A Natural Cure For Ailments

Tulsi is better known as  ‘Holy Basil’  is considered one of the most useful  medicinal herb found in India . We have all used tulsi leaves in our households whether it be for adding that aroma to our morning tea or while offering it to god during our prayers.  Tulsi leaves have excellent antioxidant properties  that can be made use of while treating various medical as well as orofacial infections. WHAT MAKES TULSI THE QUEEN OF HERBS? *Antibacterial agents  like  Carracrol and Terpene . * Analgesic and antifungal properties  due to the presence of agents like  Eugenol and Linalool. *Contains various nutrients like  Vitamin A, C, calcium, zinc, and iron. *Antioxidant properties  due to the presence of  Polyphenol rosmarinic acid. ORO-DENTAL USES OF TULSI : *Useful in  orofacial infections  like  pemphigus, lichen planus, aphthous ulcers, oral submucous fibrosis, leukoplakia, candidiasis *Acts as an  anti-cariogenic agent *Tulsi leaves also play an important role in 

Improving Dental Health: How High-Tech X-Rays Can Help

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As providing  dental x-ray facilities for dental treatments, Realtooth  concerned about the magnificence. Espousal and acceptance of dental X-ray.  Dental X-rays (radiographs)  are images of your teeth that your dentist uses to evaluate your oral health. These X-rays are used with low levels of radiation to capture images of the interior of your teeth and gums. This can help your dentist to identify  problems, like cavities, tooth decay, and impacted teeth. Dental X-rays may seem complex, but they’re actually very common tools that are just as important as your teeth cleanings. Why we are using Dental X-Ray Dental X-rays are typically performed yearly. They can happen more often if your  dentist at Realtooth  is tracking the progress of a dental problem or treatment. Factors affecting how often you get dental X-rays may include: Your age Your current oral health Any symptoms of oral disease A history of gum disease or tooth decay. If you’re a new patient here

Mouthwash as an adjunct to brushing

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                             Mouthwash is an antiseptic solution that helps to reduce the microbial load in the oral cavity. Mouthwash is used as an adjunct to brushing, but not as a substitute to brushing. Brushing alone cannot remove all bacteria and plaque from the oral cavity. TYPES OF MOUTHWASHES :- Various types of mouthwashes  are available in the market such as  Therapeutic mouthwash  which contains Chlorhexidine Gluconate,  Herbal mouthwashes  such as  Hiora and Essential oils mouthwashes  such as Listerine. Therapeutic mouthwashes are strong antimicrobial agents that can kill the bacteria and minimizes the oral malodor (i.e  Halitosis ) or bad breathe. Mouthwash containing anesthetic agents such as Lidocaine helps to reduce intraoral pain or in a burning sensation.  Mouthwash containing peroxide helps to reduce extrinsic tooth stains . Mouthwashes containing fluoride helps in remineralization and prevent tooth decay. Mouthwash containing alcohol should be avoid

Oral Hygiene Instructions

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                 What is oral hygiene and what is the importance of oral hygiene in our daily life ? O ral hygiene includes all the process for keeping the mouth clean and healthy. Good oral hygiene is necessary for the prevention of dental caries, periodontal disease, bad breath {halitosis} and other dental problems . Steps for maintaining good oral hygiene includes :- Brushing your teeth (at least twice a day or after every meal). Floss your teeth regularly. Rinsing. Proper diet. Other interdental aids. Regular checkups. Brushing Always use soft bristle toothbrush. Place the toothbrush at a 45-degree angle at the gum line, engage the brush and move in a circular and vertical manner. This sweeps plaque out of the gingival pocket. Brush the teeth for at least 2 minutes twice a day. Along with the teeth, brush your gums and scrape the tongue. Use anti-cavity fluoride toothpaste. Don’t brush too hard because this can cause the gums/gingival recessio

Green Dentistry

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Dentistry is most importantly and foremost a healing profession. In today’s scenario it is very important to understand the need of going eco-friendly in every aspect of our lives including  dental practice . Green dentistry implements  a sustainable practice by conservation of water and energy, use of non-toxic products, reduction of waste, and elimination of hazardous toxins that can have a negative effect on patient and environment and promote ‘ green dentistry ’. Mainly four processes responsible for most of the dental practice and pollution:- Placement and removal of mercury containing dental material Conventional x-ray systems Infection control methods including disposable items, sterilization items and toxic disinfectants Conventional vacuum saliva ejector systems To make dental practice environmental friendly it is the duty of the practitioner to emphasize on the importance of 3R’s:- Reduce, Reuse, Recycle.   REDUCE:- Minimize the use of natural resources. Wat

Periodontitis And Respiratory Disease

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D ental health is the first thing that people ignore taking care is because they do not experience any pain. The dental problem that initially may not elicit much pain, ultimately lead people to not scrutinize their oral health. Oral hygiene plays an important role in connection with systematic disease. If you are in the habit of not considering your oral health a top priority, you are probably unaware of the potential damage that gum disease and tooth decay can do to your body. But one thing that never crosses people’s minds is, why a dentist is asking you to care for your tooth, gums and oral cavity. Because there is one thing that we dentists always quote is Prevention is better than cure. But such quotes never hit a patient’s mind. Let us get through the connection between Periodontitis and Respiratory disease! Periodontitis  tells the  Oral Cavity  condition and  Respiratory  tells the  Lungs  condition. WHAT IS PERIODONTITIS? It  is a serious gum infection t