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Tongue Thrusting in Children

Tongue thrusting is a condition in which the tongue makes contact with the anterior (front) teeth during swallowing. It is more common in children. Tongue thrusting can cause speech difficulties, misaligned teeth, and problems while chewing. Features of tongue thrusting Mouth breathing Gap between teeth Open bite Speech difficulties Slow, fast, or messy eating Types …

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Sports Drinks Can Be Harmful to Teeth

Sports drinks can be harmful to dental health due to their high sugar content and acidic nature. These drinks are designed to provide hydration and replenish electrolytes during or after physical activity. However, due to the added sugars and acids, tooth decay and erosion can occur. Here’s how sports drinks can harm dental health: Sugar …

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Silver Diamine Fluoride (SDF) and its benefits

Silver Diamine Fluoride (SDF) is a liquid solution used in pediatric dentistry to treat and prevent tooth decay, especially in milk teeth. It has gained popularity in recent years due to its effectiveness, simplicity of use, and minimally invasive nature. Here are some key points about Silver Diamine Fluoride and its use in pediatric dentistry: …

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Pulp Therapy in Children

Pulp therapies in pediatric dentistry involve the treatment and management of dental pulp-related issues in children. Dental pulp is the innermost part of the tooth containing nerves, blood vessels, and connective tissue. When a child experiences cavities or dental trauma, the dental pulp becomes affected, leading to pain and potential infection. Pulp therapies aim to …

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Preventing and Treating Oral Damage from Eating Disorders

Eating disorders are abnormal eating behaviours that affect the oral health of children and can cause nutritional deficiencies. It involves irregular eating habits, related thoughts, and emotions. Anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, and binge eating are various eating disorders. The deficiencies due to eating disorders may have a severe impact on damaging the oral tissues. Types …

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Mouth Guards Prevent Dental Injury in Sports

Mouth guards are dental devices designed to protect the teeth, gums, and surrounding tissues during sports activities or from teeth grinding during sleep (bruxism). They are typically made of soft plastic materials and custom-fitted to a person’s mouth for maximum comfort and protection. Here are the different types of mouth guards and their advantages: Custom-Fitted …

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