Dental & Health Care

Meth teeth are a condition where there is progressive destruction of the hard tissues of the oral cavity, brought on by an addiction to the medication methamphetamine. Methamphetamine is a psychoactive stimulant drug which increases the vigilance and vigor of a person. Thus, when taken in high doses, it might also lead to euphoria, increased self-esteem and an increase in sexual pleasure. Besides some of the most evident side effects of methamphetamine, like increased heart rate, hypertension, dizziness, and so on, one will also show symptoms like meth teeth. Meth teeth consist of symptoms which are brought on by overuse of methamphetamine.

Among the most visible meth teeth symptoms is rather rapidly progressing tooth decay. Tooth decay is characteristic of this condition because unlike normal tooth decay where cavities normally begin near the fissures and on the occlusal surface of teeth, in meth abuse cases, caries emerges near the gingival margins of teeth. Hereby, the caries are smooth surface caries, and they progress not upwards but inwards. Read the rest of this entry »

Heredity factors may or may not play a role in shaping the health of our teeth. In fact, geneticists are still studying the effects of hereditary on teeth by conducting various research studies. What follows next is a discussion to find some answers to, ‘are bad teeth hereditary’.

Bad teeth are a very broad term. The definition includes, missing and malformed teeth, improper teeth structure/position, sensitive teeth, and discoloration/staining of the teeth. We humans are blessed with fourteen deciduous teeth and thirty two permanent teeth. The deciduous teeth shed during childhood, and then permanent teeth take their place. These thirty two permanent teeth are classified (the classification is based on position and shape) as - molars, pre-molars, incisors and canines. Read the rest of this entry »

If your dental routine consists of brushing your teeth only, then you surely need to change these habits. Many use the best brands of toothbrush, toothpaste and even indulge in thorough flossing and tongue cleaning, however, still encounter several dental problems like gum diseases or layering of plaque. Toothbrushes and toothpastes are restricted to cleaning teeth and not the gums. However, there is a product which fights all the dental problems and that too effectively, without involving any complicated use. Mouthwash is a product that not only enhances your oral hygiene but is also used as a home treatment for mouth infections and injuries.

When you have gum diseases or have had your tooth extracted, brushing your teeth can worsen the wound in your mouth. Therefore, most dentists recommend the use of mouthwashes to maintain oral hygiene. However, that doesn’t mean you can replace it with your brushing and flossing activity thereafter. Usually mouthwashes contain methyl salicylate and chlorhexidine gluconate. These ingredients fight the bacteria present in your mouth that contribute to bad breathe. Sometimes, we binge on onions, garlic, or foods that tend to leave a strong bad breath in your mouth. Now, it is not feasible to brush your teeth ever time you eat things like this, the easy way is to carry a mouthwash. Read the rest of this entry »