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Posted on December 19, 2023December 29, 2023 by royaldental

Problems with the fixed orthodontics retainer

At the end of your long two to three orthodontics (braces) journey, it is necessary to maintain the results achieved. For this purpose, your orthodontist recommends you wear a retainer that will help you maintain the results. Read on to learn more about fixed orthodontics retainers.
Two types of retainers are mostly commonly used after the dental braces (orthodontics) treatment is finished.
1. Fixed orthodontic retainer
2. Removable orthodontic retainer

Removable orthodontic retainer as the name indicates are removable, allows ease of removal during eating or social interaction, and maintain excellent oral hygiene. In removable orthodontic retainers, two designs are commonly used, 1. Hawley’s removable orthodontic retainer 2. Clear or VFR retainers, these retainers are gaining tremendous popularity among patients due to their invisible nature and free from wires.

On the other hand, in some cases, fixed orthodontics retainers are recommended by your orthodontist, especially if your teeth had the following before the start of your braces journey:

Generalized spacing
Large spacing between your front teeth
Corner (canine) teeth high in the palate

Fixed orthodontic retainers, according to scientific recent evidence perform equally well as removable orthodontic retainers. If your orthodontist has suggested you wear fixed orthodontist retainers, the following things should be kept in mind before making your final decision for Clear Vs. Fixed Orthodontic retainers:

Fixed orthodontic braces retainers require excellent oral hygiene:

It is slightly more difficult to clean your teeth when fixed retainers are in place, you need to spend extra time and effort to clean thoroughly around fixed retainers. Since they are placed at the inner surface of teeth, they require more attention and gentle handling during brushing, otherwise, they may become loose and need repair which can be costly.
If you are unable to brush properly for a long time, initial plaque and calculus deposits will occur, later on, your teeth may have cavities that can go on un-noticed since the retainers are on the inner surface, and it is easy to miss out on the cavities developing around or under the fixed retainers.

2. Follow-up visits are essential at regular intervals:

Sometimes, fixed retainer wire is broken on one or two teeth which initially goes unnoticed and the patient realizes it when that particular tooth changes its position due to broken retainer wire. Therefore, it is essential to regularly visit your orthodontist so that he can make sure your fixed retainers are working correctly and not broken down. Furthermore, he can also detect if there are any signs of cavities or caries on your teeth and will reinforce your oral hygiene instructions to protect your teeth from further decay.

Summary:

Fixed retainers are excellent to maintain the orthodontic treatment results.
Clear retainers Vs. Fixed retainer equally performs well.
Fixed retainers are preferred in some cases over clear retainers.
Fixed retainers demand excellent oral hygiene and regular visits to orthodontist.

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PFM vs Zirconia dental crown which is better?

The most common solution for restoring a missing tooth is a dental crown (commonly called a tooth cap). It can be placed over a dental implant or supporting adjacent natural teeth. Crown is also suggested by your Dentist after doing root canal treatment (RCT) because root canal treatment makes teeth fragile and prone to fracture. To protect the tooth from fracture in the future or to restore tooth shape (anatomy), the dental crown is advised by the dentist. A dental crown can be made of different materials like a PFM crown, Zirconia crown, or all Metal crown.
Read on to learn more about different types of tooth crowns e.g., PFM or Zirconia.

PFM Dental Crown:

PFM (Porcelain fused to metal) crown is the most commonly used material to make an artificial dental crown, as the name indicates white porcelain material is supported by an underlying metal layer.

Benefits of PFM Dental Crown:

Restores your natural tooth shape (anatomy)
Protect your tooth from accidental breakage especially if the tooth is root canal treated

Disadvantages of PFM Dental Crown:

The underlying metal layer is sometimes visible if porcelain chips off or gums move away from teeth
Involves more tooth cutting of natural tooth than zirconia crown.

Zirconia Crown:
Zirconia is a special material, crowns made up of zirconia are metal-free, thus giving more aesthetic look.

Benefits of Zirconia Dental Crown:

Aesthetic (metal-free)
Mostly advised after dental implants

Disadvantages of Zirconia Dental Crown:

Expensive compared to traditional PFM crown

What is the Price of a PFM dental crown in Lahore?
It usually varies from clinic (dentist) to clinic (dentist) but generally Price of PFM dental crowns in Lahore, Pakistan is between 15,000 to 20,000 Rs per tooth. Remember more the price, the better will be the quality.

What is the Price of Zirconia dental crown in Lahore?
Again, it usually varies from clinic (dentist) to clinic (dentist) but generally Price of Zirconia dental crowns in Lahore, Pakistan is between 40,000 to 60,000 Rs per tooth. Remember more the price, the better will be the quality.

Summary:

Dental crown can be placed to restore tooth shape or after root canal treatment
Three or more dental crowns can be combined to form a dental bridge, which can be very helpful in restoring a missing tooth or teeth.
PFM Vs. Zirconia dental crowns can be chosen by considering the factors mentioned above.
Zirconia crowns are generally more expensive than PFM dental crowns.

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Which retainer is best after dental braces?

One of the happiest moments in life is when you get rid of your braces after a long journey of two to three years. Your teeth are straightened and your smile is improved increasing your self-esteem. Your confidence is on the next level during social interaction with your new amazing smile. But wait, the game is not over yet. To keep this new smile long-lasting, you need to wear the appliance for as long as you can. Yes, you are right your orthodontist had told you about this during your initial appointments. This is high time to wear your retainer. Read on to learn more about retainer after dental braces.

What is a dental retainer after braces treatment?
A dental retainer is a simple orthodontic appliance that helps you maintain the results of your orthodontic treatment, i.e., holds the teeth in a new position and doesn’t allow teeth to move back to their original position.

For how long do I need to wear an orthodontic retainer?
If you strictly follow the textbook answer is “as long as you want to keep your teeth straight”. But usually, retainers are worn for one to two years depending on the individual case. But in some cases, generalized spacing or large gaps between teeth require lifelong retention. So, your orthodontist can guide you on how much duration is recommended for your case.

Are dental orthodontic retainers removable?
Yes, retainers can be both removable or fixed, depending on the individual case and patient preferences.

Can I easily eat or chew food while wearing retainers?
Yes, you can easily enjoy your food while wearing fixed retainers. If you are wearing removable retainers you can easily take them out and reinsert them later after having your favorite food.

Can I easily speak while wearing retainers?
Yes, you can easily speak while wearing your retainers. If you are wearing removable retainers, initially they disturb speech but it takes 3-5 days to adapt and your speech will be fine like before.

What will happen if I frequently miss wearing my retainer?
If you don’t wear your retainer properly according to the schedule prescribed by your orthodontist, your teeth may move slightly, resulting in misfitting of retainers, i.e., it will be difficult for you to remove and reinsert your retainer with ease.

What are the pros and cons of a removable retainer?
The pros of removable retainers like trending clear or vacuum formed retainers (VFR) are, they are removable, can easily be removed during social interaction or meal times, and allow improved oral hygiene access and care. Cons are they can be lost if not properly taken care of or misplaced, and they can discolor with time or maybe broken down with frequent removal and reinsertion.

What are the pros and cons of a fixed retainer?
The pros of fixed orthodontic retainers are they don’t need to be removed and have less chance of misplacing. However, it is difficult to maintain oral hygiene in the area beneath the retainer wire. So, proper cleaning is difficult in a fixed retainer, that if goes on unnoticed may lead to decalcification of tooth structure resulting in porosities and finally caries. Therefore, it is mandatory to have excellent oral hygiene if you’re wearing, especially fixed retainers.

Finally, the billion-dollar question asked by most of our patients is:
Which retainer is best after dental braces?
The simple answer is: “Both removable and fixed retainers are good, as you long as maintain your oral hygiene and visit your orthodontist periodically for a follow-up to look for any changes or damages to the retainer that will hamper its function”

Summary:

A retainer is necessary to maintain orthodontics results.
Lifelong retention is the best insurance.
Both removable and fixed retainers are effective.
Excellent oral hygiene maintenance is necessary.
Regular follow-ups at specific intervals are highly recommended.

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Why dental treatment is expensive?

One of the main reasons for the continuous neglect of regular dental check-ups is the high charges of dental treatment. With the increasing inflation in the country, dental services are also affected. However, there are many other reasons for expensive dental treatment, in this blog, we’ll highlight a few key points to make you understand why dental treatment is expensive. (دانتوں کا علاج کیوں مہنگا ہے؟)

Qualification of the dentist:

It’s obvious a dental specialist will charge you more than a general dentist because they provide you with specialist care services. The years of post-graduation specialist training, knowledge, and expertise of the Specialist/Consultant is more than a general dentist. In Pakistan, dental specialists/consultants possess the qualifications like FCPS, and/ or MDS (recognized by PM&DC) in addition to a 4-year BDS degree.

2. Experience of the dentist:

After qualification, years of experience are the second most important factor for high-priced dental treatment. The more experienced the dentist is, the more charges will be because there will be fewer chances of patient complaints and high satisfaction. Similarly, a Professor will charge more than Registrar.

3. Sterilization and cross-infection control:

It is one of the essential requirements for patient safety to provide infection control services. Every instrument to be used in patients should be autoclaved (sterilized) to make sure its germ free and prevent harmful infections like Hep B, C, and HIV. To maintain and provide international standard sterilization and disinfection protocol service, good clinics charge more. Those who keep the treatment charges low will compromise on infection control to maintain their profit.

4. Quality of treatment:

It refers to the quality of material used in dental treatment, as low-priced dental treatment cannot be offered with high-quality dental material. So, if you want good quality dental material (e.g., Filling material, crown, or implants) to be used obviously the price will be higher.

5. Quality of services:

The clinic provides you with reasonable services, like a comfortable waiting area, free car parking, clean drinking water, temperature control (e.g., AC in summer) and a washroom will charge you more to maintain these services and provide you with high-quality treatment.

6. Equipment and material cost:

The clinic is equipped with the latest and advanced dental machines like digital X-ray and intra-oral scanners and 3D dental printers will charge you more than clinics that don’t provide these facilities and outsource patients to 3^rd party services like dental X-ray imaging centers for X-rays (radiographs). Now clinics are replacing traditional impression material with intra-oral scanners thus increasing the treatment price at the cost of short treatment time. In the past, root canal treatment (RCT) was done using hand instruments, now rotatory instruments have replaced them facilitating the dentist and patients with decreased chair time at the expense of increased dental charges.

7. Location of the dental office:

This is also an important factor in deciding treatment charges obviously the clinic located in a well-developed area will charge you more than a regular clinic in a local shopping area.

We recommend you choose the dental clinic which provides you with the best dental treatment at an affordable and reasonable price considering the aforementioned points.

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Who is an orthodontist?

In remote areas of Pakistan, patients are unable to differentiate between a general dentist and an orthodontist. When they are referred to an orthodontist for the treatment of their complex dental braces case, many ask who is an orthodontist. (آرتھوڈونٹسٹ کسے کہتے ہیں؟)

An orthodontist is a dentist who specializes in dental braces (orthodontics). Orthodontics deals with the correction of irregular and crooked teeth, eg. open bite, underbite, cross-bite, crowding, and spacing are common orthodontic problems.

Moderate to complex orthodontic cases are best treated by an orthodontist. An orthodontist has extra 3 or 4 years of specialist training in addition to general dental training. They are competent to deal with complex orthodontic cases like growth modification, extraction, distalization, expansion of jaws, impacted teeth, and cleft lip and palate. Their scope is not limited to teeth only, they can do manipulation of jaws i.e., orthognathic surgical cases for patients with severe dentofacial deformities.

In Pakistan, orthodontists have an extra qualification (FCPS, MDS, Ph.D. or MOrth RCS) in addition to a BDS degree, recognized by Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC).

It is worth mentioning C.Orth written by some dentists is just an additional 6 months or 1 year of orthodontic training diploma which is not equivalent to 3 or 4 years post-graduation specialist training. So, C.Orth holders, general dentists are not orthodontic specialists/consultants. C.Orth simply means Certificate in Orthodontics.

For dental braces related problems, it is highly recommended to choose an orthodontist over the general dentist.

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Does scaling weaken the teeth?

Teeth Scaling and polishing also known as teeth cleaning is a very common dental procedure. Plaque and calculus are deposited on the teeth if teeth are not brushed properly and oral hygiene care is ignored. In the initial stages, it causes reversible problems like bad breath, bleeding gums, and swollen gums, if not treated can progress to gum recession, bone loss, and sensitivity of teeth. All the problems can be addressed by a simple dental procedure called Dental Scaling and Polishing.

Many patients don’t undergo teeth scaling (cleaning) treatment, just because they had heard from their friends that teeth scaling weakens the teeth. (In Urdu: صفائی کرانے سے دانت کمزور ہو جاتے ہیں) Read on to learn about this common myth in our society.

Teeth scaling and polishing treatment doesn’t weaken teeth, instead, regular treatment keeps our teeth protected from weakening by preventing various dental problems like gingivitis (inflammation of gums) and periodontitis (advanced disease of the gums). So, why do people claim that teeth scaling weakens their teeth? The simple answer is: Their teeth are already weak due to advanced-stage gum disease, since gums disease is mostly asymptomatic (pain-free) they are unaware of it.

When the dentist cleans the teeth during the scaling procedure, the large gaps between teeth (hidden due to plaque and calculus deposits) are exposed and if the disease is severe there can be the mobility of teeth, because teeth are weak due to disease but firmly gripped by plaque and calculus (which caused the disease), so when plaque and calculus are removed, the artificial support to teeth is removed and they appear mobile and hence the patient claims that after teeth scaling their teeth weakens, which is not true as described above.

Every patient is different, their immune response and medical condition are different among other factors, so never compare your dental health-related problems with other patients. Always choose a qualified Dentist for information and treatment related to your dental health.

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Are your dental instruments sterilized?

With the increasing public awareness about the risk of potentially lethal infections caused by following poor dental sterilization practices, one of the fears of new dental patients visiting our dental practice is about sterilization of instruments. So, the very first question is “Are your dental instruments sterilized?” At Royal Dental Care, we follow international standard sterilization protocol to ensure the safety of our patients. For every patient, a new set of sterilized instruments are used.

All our instruments are cleaned and packed following international recommendations for cleaning and disinfection of instruments. Instruments are then sterilized in B-Class Autoclave. Sterilization is essential to prevent cross-contamination.

All surfaces near our dental unit are cleaned and disinfected regularly after every patient to make sure we provide a safe and sterile environment to every new patient.

Barrier sheets are applied on the working surfaces of the dental unit and are replaced with every new patient. This also helps to prevent cross-contamination. Personal protective equipment including sterile gloves for surgical procedures is used to ensure the safety of our dental staff and patients.

Maintaining international standard sterilization protocol is one of the main reasons why our dental treatment is slightly more expensive than other dental clinics. As cheap dental treatment providers do not follow standard sterilization protocols, making you prone to the risk of lethal infections like Hepatitis B, C, and HIV.

Thus, we recommend you always visit/choose the dental practice that offers you the best sterilization protocols to ensure the safety of you and your loved ones.

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Is dental braces treatment possible without tooth extraction?

Is dental braces treatment possible without tooth extraction? ( Kya dant nikalwaye baghair braces ka ilaj mumkin ha? کیا دانت نکلوائے بغیر ڈینٹل بریسز کا علاج ممکن ہے؟ )

Today we’ll discuss another important question frequently asked by our dental braces patients, “My previous dentist told me we have to pull out (extract) your few teeth to make good alignment of your teeth”. Many kids become nervous and reluctant to undergo any orthodontic treatment after hearing that probably because of fear of pain and sometimes it creates anxiety for the parents as well. So, is it possible to undergo dental braces treatment without extracting any tooth? Read on to learn more about orthodontics without tooth extraction.

The straight answer is: Both Yes and No.

Let us explain you further. The most important factors are the time when you visit your orthodontist (age of the patient) and malocclusion (severity of irregularities between teeth for example crowding of your teeth).

Generally, among many orthodontic treatment options, Growth modification is the treatment that can give excellent results if you visit your orthodontist at the right time. For those patients who have prominent upper teeth or large horizontal gap called Overjet between their upper and lower teeth, there are generally four orthodontic treatment options:

Backward movement of upper teeth by the appliance.
Backward movement of upper anterior teeth after extracting upper two teeth one from each side.
Forward movement of lower jaw by utilizing growth.
Forward movement of lower jaw by Orthognathic surgery when the growth is ended.

Example of orthodontic growth modification case, treated by Dr. Abbas Naseem.
This case had been treated with growth modification treatment without extracting any tooth. If the same patient had visited the orthodontist when the growth phase of the patient had ended, it was impossible to treat him/her without tooth extraction or surgery.

SUMMARY:
Which treatment option is best for you, depends on your age, & the severity of the malocclusion. You should always consult your orthodontist to find out what is the right option for you. An orthodontist is a specialist dentist which deals with the correction of irregular teeth and jaws.

Dr. Abbas Naseem is the only dental braces specialist (consultant orthodontist) in Gujranwala, Punjab, Pakistan.

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Fixed teeth price in Pakistan

One of the most common queries our staff routinely receives is what is the price for fixed teeth.

Surprisingly answer is not as simple as the question, because it depends on many factors. Read on to learn more about fixed teeth and the prices.

There are many types of fixed teeth but the most common two types are discussed:

Dental Crown and Bridge
Dental Implants

A dental crown or commonly known as a Dental cap over the tooth is the most common type of fixed tooth.

When more than one tooth is involved or teeth are missing, more than one dental crown is combined to form a dental bridge over multiple teeth.

What is the price of a dental crown/cap in Pakistan?
The average price for a dental crown (PFM material) in Pakistan is Rs. 8000 to Rs. 15000 per tooth but it varies depending on multiple factors:

Type of Crown (PFM, Zirconia, etc.)
Quality of crown material
General Dentist Vs. Specialist
Experience of the Dentist
Clinic location
Handmade or printed with a computer machine

What is the price of a dental implant in Pakistan?
The average price for a dental implant in Pakistan is Rs. 60,000 to Rs. 110,000 per tooth but it varies depending on multiple factors:

Type and Quality of Dental Implant
Any additional procedure associated with dental implants like bone grafting, sinus lift or extractions
General Dentist Vs. Specialist
Experience of the Dentist
Clinic location
Quality and type of crown/cap over the implant

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Masudo Se Khoon Ane Ka Ilaj

Bleeding gums or gingiva (Masudo Se Khoon Ana, مسوڑھوں سے خون آنا) is a common dental problem. It can occur due to many reasons but the most common being is poor oral hygiene practice. Bleeding of gums is a kind of blessing, yes you heard it right “a blessing”, let us explain how bleeding gums are a blessing. Bleeding gums alert you that something is wrong with your oral cavity, teeth, and gums. Because gums problems are usually painless if there is any ongoing gums problem you are usually unaware of it until bleeding or pain symptoms appear. So, it’s kind of a blessing in a way that it alerts you to visit your dentist immediately.

What are the reasons for bleeding gums?
As mentioned earlier, the most common reason is poor oral health & cleaning of the oral cavity, however, there can be many other reasons as well:

Gingivitis or Periodontitis (technical terms for gum diseases)
Hormonal changes during pregnancy
Vitamins deficiency
Brushing too hard
Ill-fitting appliances in the oral cavity

What is a good home remedy for bleeding gums?
Well, you’ll find many home remedies for bleeding gums treatment on the internet but we don’t recommend any kind of home remedy.

How to stop bleeding from gums?
If you are experiencing bleeding from gums, ideal you should visit your dentist as soon as possible. Your dentist will diagnose and recommend you the proper way that how to treat gums bleeding.

What is the treatment of bleeding gums (Masudo Se Khoon Ane Ka Ilaj, مسوڑھوں سے خون آنے کا علاج)?
Treatment usually depends on the diagnosis, but as discussed earlier the most common reason for bleeding gums is poor dental health, so your dentist may recommend you Teeth and Gums Cleaning (Scaling) treatment, followed by some good toothpaste or mouthwash.

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دانت درد کا فوری علاج dant dard ka fori ilaj

Emergency treatment for tooth pain
Tooth pain (Dant or Darh Ka Dard) often starts spontaneously at an awkward time, late at night, or when it is not possible to go to the dentist due to any other reason. It is interesting to know a lot of content available on the internet YouTube etc regarding emergency treatment for tooth pain (Dant Mein Dard Ka Fori Ilaj, or Best Home Remedies for Toothache). But every article or video misses important information, which every patient needs to know. Read on to learn more about how to get instant relief from toothache (tooth pain, dant dard).

1. Do not neglect mild dental pain or discomfort:
It is vitally important, you should not ignore even mild tooth pain or sensitivity. When you are experiencing such symptoms, always visit your dentist, or nowadays you can also consult a dentist online. Because it might be a warning sign of an upcoming big dental problem.

2. Most important thing to do when tooth pain suddenly starts:
Ideally, you should immediately seek the help of your nearby best dentist, if the sharp severe dental pain starts spontaneously. If the pain is of moderate intensity or an immediate visit to the dentist is not possible, you can still try to get online dental consultation from your dentist, or if you are medically otherwise healthy can take simple paracetamol and try to seek a dentist’s help as soon as possible.

3. Avoid delays in a visit to the dentist:
Sometimes you get instant relief due to Home Remedies for Toothache and you do not give importance to visiting a dentist to know why it started and what is the proper way to manage tooth pain in the future.

4. Important to visit the dentist, why?
With temporary dental pain relief at home with medicines or other home remedies, you are just temporarily managing your teeth problems and it’s not the permanent solution to your dental problems.
When you visit the dentist, your dentist will properly examine your teeth and oral cavity and tell you about your tooth decay and why the teeth pain started. If there is any cavity in your teeth, your dentist will advise you to get proper tooth filling done to avoid future toothache discomfort.
Neglect can cost you a lot as your simple cavity can turn into a deep one which is to deal with a different procedure such as RCT which is more expensive.

Summary:

Always seek your dentist’s help in case of tooth pain, dant ya darh ka dard.
Home remedies for tooth pain are temporary.
Never undermine the importance of visiting a dentist even if your tooth pain subsides due to home remedies or medicines such as paracetamol.
Online dental consultation is also available, it is recommended to always consult your dentist if you are experiencing any toothache or discomfort.

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Free dental checkup in Gujranwala, Pakistan

Great news, Royal Dental Care is now offering Free dental check up / dental consultation and upto 50% discount on all dental procedures. Limited time offer, Hurry up! Book your appointment now.

Dr. Abbas Naseem is the first & only Dental braces specialist (Orthodontist) in Gujranwala, Punjab, Pakistan.

How can I book appointment for Free dental check up?

You can book appointment through WhatsApp: 0322-8062008

What are the timings for Free dental check up?

You can avail free dental check up offer from 4pm – 8pm, Monday-Saturday.

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Best way to close gaps between teeth

A beautiful Hollywood smile is like a dream for many, especially on big occasions you want to have a perfect Hollywood smile. It refers to having a beautiful smile like Hollywood actors. Embarrassing big gaps between your teeth can ruin your big occasion if you don’t get them closed properly. Read on to learn more about the perfect and best way to close gaps or spaces between your teeth.

Why are the gaps present between my teeth?
There can be many reasons for gaps between your teeth:

Big size of your jaws
Missing teeth
Small teeth
Forwardly placed teeth

Will the gaps close naturally or do I have to undergo any dental treatment?
Everyone has a different reason for the gaps between teeth, so it’s essential to visit your dentist so that the reason for gaps between your teeth can be diagnosed properly and hence the treatment.
Some gaps are natural like in kids aged 8-9 years gaps are present between two front teeth, which naturally close when their corner teeth erupt, therefore a regular visit to a dentist is a must.

What is the best way to close the gaps between teeth?
First of all, it all depends on the diagnosis, i.e., what causes the gaps between teeth?
Generally, more than 90% of cases of gaps between teeth are managed with orthodontics treatment & the results are acceptable & stable.

Who should I seek for gaps closure between my teeth?
Generally, we all see our general dentist first, but we’ll highly recommend always consulting an orthodontist for a second opinion who is an expert for closing gaps or spaces between teeth.

Should I get a crown or bridge over the top of my natural teeth to close the gaps between my teeth?
Ideally, you should not get crowns or bridges just to close gaps between teeth unless a qualified orthodontist recommends you.

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Best Dental CBCT in Lahore Pakistan

Dental cone beam computed tomography (CBCT) is a special type of radiograph/x-ray, which is used to provide a 3D image when regular dental x-rays fail to provide adequate information for diagnosis and treatment planning.

What are the common uses of Dental CBCT?
A dental CBCT scan is commonly used for diagnosis and treatment planning of:

Dental Implants
Impacted Teeth
Surgical procedure
Cleft lip and palate

Where can I get high-quality dental CBCT in Lahore?
The best dental CBCT scan facility in Lahore is available at JINNAH MRI, Faisal Town Lahore.

What is the Address/Location of 3D CBCT JINNAH MRI, Lahore?
Address: 144-A, GOR-5, Opposite Allama Iqbal Medical College & Habib Bank, Faisal Town, Lahore.

What is the contact number of 3D CBCT JINNAH MRI, Lahore?
Contact number: +924235236764, +923424236031

What is the timing of the 3D CBCT JINNAH MRI, Lahore?
10:00 am to 10:00 pm

Is Dental CBCT Scan a safe procedure?
Yes, it’s a safe procedure, however, it is always better to consult your dentist.

What is the cost of dental CBCT in Lahore, Pakistan?
The dental CBCT scan cost may vary depending on which imaging Centre you visit. In Lahore, it can cost anywhere between Rs. 4000 and Rs. 5000.

What other dental X-ray facility is available at 3D CBCT JINNAH MRI Lahore, Pakistan?

OPG
Lateral Ceph
PA Ceph
MRI TMJ
MRI Face
3D Dental Printing
3D Stereolithography
Orthognathic Surgical Wafer

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Teeth pain killer tablet name in Pakistan

Sometimes tooth pain starts spontaneously at the moment when the dentist nearby is not available. Toothache, or in simple words tooth pain is the worst pain one can ever experience. One should always keep common pain killer medicines at home to get temporary relief until she or he can see the dentist. In this blog, we’ll highlight common and safe medicine for immediate tooth pain relief.

What is the Teeth pain killer tablet name in Pakistan?
Panadol (Paracetamol) is the most commonly available and low-price medicine for immediate pain relief.

What is the additional benefit of the Panadol tablet?
Apart from pain control, it can also be used to treat fever and symptoms of cold and flu.

What is the appropriate recommended dose of Panadol (Paracetamol)?
For mild to moderate tooth pain or post-operative pain, an appropriate 5-day regimen is:
For adults Tab. Paracetamol 500 mg (2 tablets four times daily). Remember not to exceed a maximum of 4 g daily dose.

What is the side effect of Panadol?
Nausea, vomiting, stomach upset, trouble falling asleep, or a nervous feeling may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, please do not hesitate to contact your doctor promptly.

What is the precaution before using Panadol (Paracetamol) tablet?
If you have liver or kidney disease, talk to your doctor/dentist before taking Panadol (Paracetamol).

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How Swimming can affect your Oral and Dental Health?

With a change of weather, especially when it turns HOT, most of us move towards a cooler place to beat the summer heat. Usually, people enjoy their summer vacations swimming in cool pools or the sea. Swimming is also a good exercise for your whole-body workout. Have you have ever wondered how swimming can affect your teeth and oral health? Keep on reading to learn the effects of swimming on oral health.

Generally, chlorine is used in most swimming pools to keep the water clean and kill bacteria. Excessive chlorine in the pool can damage your teeth by causing swimmer’s calculus.

What is Swimmer’s Calculus?
The excess chlorine in the water can accumulate on the teeth surfaces known as swimmer’s calculus. This makes your teeth appear yellowish-brown. This may also lead to erosion of your teeth’ enamel. If the enamel erodes, it can cause teeth sensitivity. The risk of dental decay is also increased.

How Can You Avoid Swimmer’s Calculus?
You can avoid it by simply managing the pH of your pool water. Pool water pH is best when kept between 7.2 to 7.8 and a free chlorine concentration of at least 1 ppm in pools and at least 3 ppm in hot tubs/spas. Free available chlorine is the more active form of chlorine that kills germs. So, before you start swimming please make sure recommended chlorine levels in swimming pools, otherwise, if you are unsure it is recommended to hire a professional to adjust proper chlorine levels before you swim.

Why wearing Mouth Guards is important during swimming?
Mouth guards protect you from accidental water-based (water polo or water volleyball) sports injuries. Moreover, they also prevent direct contact with chemicals in the water. So a safety precaution wearing a mouth guard during swimming is recommended.

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Some useful Tips and Tricks to avoid swimming side effects on oral health:

Always clean your mouth by rinsing with fresh water after swimming to get rid of any harmful chemical deposits that might have built up during swimming.
Prevent direct contact with chlorine with your teeth by keeping your mouth closed while you swim. You can also consider mouth guards easily available from Amazon for this purpose.
To minimize the risk of losing or damaging removable dental appliances, it is better to remove them before swimming. You can store them in their protective plastic cases in a locker away from the poolside so there are fewer chances of misplacing them.
Regular Dental Check-Ups are necessary if you swim more frequently.

Summary:

Swimming is a healthy activity.
Combining good chlorine and pH control prevents damage to teeth and oral health.
Excessive chlorine can cause Swimmer’s Calculus.
Always rinse with fresh water after swimming to keep your teeth and mouth clean.

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Oral health care for diabetic (sugar) patients

Diabetes commonly known as “sugar” is a medical condition in which the blood glucose level is raised. It can be due to either decreased production of insulin and/or increased resistance to its effects.

If you have diabetes, good oral health is extremely important to maintain because it increases the risk of oral problems, especially fastens the gums disease and it also badly affects the teeth and gums by slowing the healing process. Regular dental checkups are important for diabetics to maintain excellent oral health.

Keep reading to learn more about oral health care in diabetes.

How Diabetes can affect oral health?
Untreated diabetes can cause:

Dry mouth
Risk of dental caries
Bleeding gums
Bad breath
Swollen gums
Bitter taste
Delayed wound healing
Increased susceptibility to oral infections.
An earlier eruption of teeth
Loose teeth
Increased gaps between teeth

Diabetics with poor control are more likely to develop serious oral health problems.

How dental appointments for diabetic patients are special?
Since diabetes is a serious medication condition, that demands special attention and extra care during routine dental procedures therefore in patients with diabetes it is assured that patient has eaten normally before the appointment and has taken all necessary medications to keep it under control. Furthermore, for diabetic patient’s morning appointments are recommended.

Patients with uncontrolled diabetes cannot undergo routine surgical procedures, since diabetes causes a delay in wound healing. Therefore, it is essential to keep blood glucose (sugar) level under control before dental treatment.

Why gums are more affected by diabetes?
Diabetics are at a higher risk for gum problems because of poor immunity to fight with bacteria. These bacteria rapidly destroy the gum tissue causing teeth to loosen.

How important regular dental checkups are for diabetic patients?
Oral and dental health problems related to diabetes do not always cause symptoms. Dentists are professionally trained to diagnose initial symptoms of diabetes, such as the dry mouth or bad breath.
Diabetes can adversely affect your oral, dental, and gum health if not treated and diagnosed in the initial stages. For this reason, it’s necessary to regularly see the dentist to keep your mouth healthy.

How Your Dentist Can Help You Fight Diabetes?
As discussed earlier, your dentist may help you diagnose the condition early, with the proper referral for diabetic management and oral health maintenance your dentist can help you protect from harmful effects of diabetes.

If you have diabetes, what you can do?
You do your best to get your blood glucose (sugar) levels under control, especially before your dental appointment, especially if you are undergoing surgery or another treatment that is expected to cause bleeding. If your glucose (sugar) levels remain high, rescheduling your appointment should be considered.

Tips and Tricks to keep your mouth healthy:
Take diabetes and dental care seriously. Following are a few tips to help prevent teeth and gums problems:

Keep your blood sugar level under control
Make sure your dentist knows you have diabetes
Brush your teeth twice a day for 2 minutes
Floss regularly
Use a fluoridated toothpaste
Look and report early signs of gum disease, if any
See your dentist regularly
Quit smoking

Diabetes is a serious disease that requires a strong commitment to keeping it under control. With good professional medical and dental care, it can be easily managed.

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Baby Pacifier and its effect on dental health

Baby pacifier also called infant pacifier, newborn pacifier, baby dummy, artificial teat, or baby soother, is an artificially molded nipple made up of rubber or silicone material that acts as a substitute for infants to suck upon between feeding time. They keep them calm, comfortable, and also help them to sleep early. Are pacifiers good or bad for your baby?
Read on to learn everything you need to know about baby pacifiers to take good care of your baby.

What are the benefits of using a pacifier?
There are many pros for using a pacifier, such as:

It is also found to reduce crying during painful procedures like during injections.
It acts as a habit breaker for children who suck their thumb and fingers and also who grind their teeth.
It helps your baby to get their proper sleep.
It is helpful in flights as it decreases pressure in-ear while traveling on an airplane.
It relaxes a colic baby.
It prevents the baby from sudden infant death syndrome.

What should be the appropriate time for the baby to start using a pacifier?
Recommendations for the use of baby pacifiers are:
If the infant is on breastfeeding, we should wait for 3-5 weeks to introduce a pacifier so that baby should not get confused between the mother’s nipple with the artificial nipple. If the infant is nursing well then, it’s not necessary to wait till 3-5weeks.

What should be the appropriate time for the baby to stop using a pacifier?
According to the American Academy of pediatrics and physician, pacifiers should be stopped around 6-8 months of age.

Should I remove the pacifier when the baby is sleeping?
If the baby is sleeping nicely without using it, you can safely remove it.

How to choose the ideal infant pacifier?
Ideal infant pacifiers should be consisting of a long teat(nipple), mouth guard, and the handle. Teat and mouth guard should be made of the same material so that they cannot be separated or molded together. The mouth guard must have several holes in it so that baby can breathe easily and its size must be small and flexible.

Which types and brands of infant pacifiers are the best for babies?
The easily available best pacifier for teeth:

Philips Avent pacifier
Tommee tippee pacifier
Pigeon pacifier
Baby fruit pacifier
Nuke breeze orthodontic pacifier
MAM pacifiers
Orthodontic pacifier
BIBs pacifier

Why orthodontic pacifiers better for babies?
Orthodontic pacifiers are better for babies as it is more beneficial for babies and cause less prominence of front teeth, other advantages such as:

Extra airflow for baby’s smooth and fragile skin
Moldable shield
Lightweight and reliable for babies
BPA free

What are the effects of pacifiers on dentition?
Prolong use of baby dummy/baby soothers even after the 5 years of age can cause the following problems:

Malalignment of teeth
Dental decay
Gums recession
Flaring front teeth
Overbite and
Crossbite

What are the disadvantages or side effects of using pacifiers?
Sometimes overuse of pacifiers is bad for babies, as it may cause many side effects or problems such as:

Dental problems꞉ Long-lasting use of pacifiers over 4 years can cause orthodontic problems such as crossbite or overbite, crowding, and malalignment of teeth.
Ear infections꞉ Whenever baby sucks or swallows it changes pressure behind the ear which transfers fluids in the middle ear and causes infections over there.
Addiction꞉ Too much use of pacifiers can cause addiction to your babies.
Feeding difficulties꞉ Sometimes baby gets confused between artificial nipple or breast nipple so you should wait if your baby is on breastfeeding.

Tips and Tricks to keep the baby pacifier clean and safe:
Wash the pacifier (silicone) with safe detergent and water and rinse it very well so that soap particles wash away properly then boiling it for 5-7minutes.

Don’t tie the pacifier around the baby’s neck.
Never dip a pacifier in sweet juices because it could be terrible on to baby’ gums and teeth.
Never put your baby’s pacifiers in your mouth because adult saliva is enriched with bacteria and cause cavities in your baby’s mouth.

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How to choose the best toothpaste?

Like choosing the best toothbrush, choosing the best toothpaste is a real challenge. Toothpaste is an important tool to maintain an excellent oral hygiene regime. There are so many toothpastes (medicated and non-medicated) available in the market, which makes it very difficult for you to choose the right one. Many people just go to the supermarket and randomly pick up the toothpaste impressed by their fancy packing, flavor or just because they see product advertisement on the television, without giving insight to which toothpaste meet their needs or they should buy? Read on to learn more about the use of medicated and non-medicated toothpastes.

Do we really need to use toothpaste?
Most of you will be surprised to know the fact that you can clean your teeth even without using toothpaste. Daily brushing and flossing using proper technique will help you to keep harmful bacteria away from your mouth.

Then why do we need a toothpaste?
Using toothpaste is just like adding flavor while you brush similar to topping cake with cherries. You enjoy brushing while using toothpaste. Apart from the flavor, toothpaste has many other benefits as well, like many toothpastes have ingredients for whitening, increase the strength of teeth, eliminate bad breath, control gums bleeding and finally kill residual bacteria.

So how do you choose the best toothpaste?
Generally, you should choose a toothpaste that has:

Superior cleaning efficiency
Minimally abrasive
Contains optimum fluoride content; to help strengthen teeth and kill bacteria
Have a pleasant flavor
Contains antibacterial agents
Approved by relevant authority
Easily available
Cost-effective

Do I need to use medicated toothpastes?
Ideally, you should never use a medicated toothpaste unless recommended by your Dentist.

Which toothpaste is best for bleeding gums?
Every new toothpaste brand launched creates marketing hype directly to consumers claiming a lot of benefits e.g. control bleeding gums and sensitivity. It is important to know that bleeding gums or any dental problem symptom is a blessing. Because these are warnings that alert you that you should see your dentist immediately. Mostly medicated toothpaste is not needed for bleeding gums, when you had your dental treatment done.

Best toothpastes to control bleeding gums available in Pakistan are:

Paradontax
Colgate
Sensodyne
Doctor
Medicam
Tip: You should always seek your dentist advice before purchasing any medicated toothpaste to control your bleeding gums.

Which toothpaste is best for sensitive teeth?
Similar to bleeding gums, you should always consult your dentist first for the diagnosis and management of sensitive teeth. After your oral examination, your dentist will look for the cause of your teeth sensitivity and recommend you appropriate dental treatment and may suggest you to use a particular toothpaste only to manage your teeth sensitivity.
Commonly available best toothpastes to control bleeding gums in Pakistan:

Sensodyne Rapid
Colgate Sensitive
Sense T
Forhan’s

Which toothpaste is best to eliminate bad breath?
There are many causes of bad breath, to eliminate bad breath your dentist needs to rule out the cause. Again, it’s important to visit your dentist. After examination, your dentist may suggest a dental treatment or may recommend you to use specific toothpaste only.
Simply, if you maintain good oral, dental, and medical health, you’ll surely going to have a fresh breath.
Commonly available best toothpastes to control bad breath in Pakistan:

Sensodyne fresh mint
Colgate

Which toothpaste is best for teeth whitening?
As discussed previously before buying any toothpaste you should always seek expert advice from your dentist. Only your dentist can recommend you if particular toothpaste meets your needs.
Commonly available best toothpastes for teeth whitening in Pakistan:

Colgate sparkle
Crest
Sensodyne extra whitening

Which toothpaste is best for fighting cavities?
Most of the toothpastes available to have active ingredients to fight against dental caries (cavities). If your teeth are carious prone, you should always look for toothpaste that provides you caries protection.
Commonly available best toothpastes to fight caries or provide protection from cavities in Pakistan:

Colgate maximum cavity protection
Sensodyne repair and protect

Are you still confused about which is best toothpaste to buy?
At Royal Dental Care, we generally recommend to buy and use non-medicated toothpastes (of course, unless our expert dentist recommends you to use medicated one to meet your specific needs). You can keep on switching different brands every month to find out the one best meeting your needs.
Best toothpaste recommended for routine use in Pakistan:

Colgate total
Aquafresh
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The information provided above will give you enough knowledge to choose a product for you but if you’re still having doubts about making a decision.

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How to choose the best toothbrush?

Toothbrush is the most common tool to keep your teeth clean and mouth healthy. Most people just go to shopping malls or pharmacies, look at the fancy packing of toothbrushes and buy them without giving thought to how to choose proper toothbrushes or which toothbrush is best for them. Nowadays, as oral hygiene awareness is tremendously increasing, many people now seek tips from the dentist to buy the right toothbrush for their oral health needs.
When you are looking for the best toothbrush, there are a few key points that you should never miss to make sure that you purchase the right toothbrush. We have summarized the best available data, which will help you to choose the best toothbrush for you.

What are the Differences Between Toothbrushes?
There are a variety of toothbrushes available in the market, most of the people get confused by looking at the number of brands. So, we’re here to help you. There are many differences among toothbrushes, such as:

Handle size: Short or Long
Handle surface: Smooth or Rough
Bristles: Extra Soft, Soft, Medium or Hard
Quality: Cheap or High
Packing: With or without protective cover

Few Tips:

It should be easy to place in your mouth.
Its handle should be long enough to properly fit in your hand.
It easily reaches the back of your molars.
It’s the American Dental Association (ADA) approved for effectiveness and safety.

What is the recommended hardness of toothbrush bristles?
Correct toothbrush bristles hardness selection is the most important factor while choosing the right toothbrush. Have you ever thought how hard the bristles should be? Many people select a toothbrush with hard bristles, just because it’s easier and quicker to remove the plaque and food debris from your teeth, but is it worth it?
The answer is “No”, because hard bristles may not only cause discomfort and pain but also damage your enamel and increase the risk of gum recession. At RoyalDentalCare.Pk, our expert Dentist Dr. Abbas Naseem recommends toothbrush with extra soft bristles.
You should also look for a toothbrush that has rounded ends on the bristles. Rounded ended bristles cleaning efficiency is far superior to others and will not damage your gums.

Tip: To avoid damage to your teeth and gums, always apply gentle pressure while cleaning your teeth using proper brushing techniques.

Which toothbrush is the best, Electric or Manual?
As far as your brushing technique is correct, you can get the same results with both toothbrushes. Both types are effective at removing plaque and preventing gum disease.

Are electric toothbrushes better than manual ones?
Electric toothbrushes claim to be more effective in reducing plaque and bacteria, but as mentioned earlier if you are using proper technique there is nothing much to worry about. It is a preference on which type of toothbrush to select depending upon your budget and other factors as discussed.
At RoyalDentalCare.Pk, our expert Dentist Dr. Abbas Naseem recommends using an electric toothbrush.

Which toothbrush is the best for the children?
There are a variety of fancy toothbrushes available for the kids. Parents should use the same guidelines as discussed in this blog when choosing a toothbrush for their children. Attention should be given in the selection of correct brush head size so that it’s comfortable to use and can reach every corner of your kid’s mouth.

How often should I change my toothbrush?
It is recommended that you change your toothbrush at least twice a year. With time depending upon the use of toothbrush its bristles get distorted and bacterial buildup occurs on the toothbrush, so at RoyalDentalCare.Pk, our expert Dentist Dr. Abbas Naseem recommends changing toothbrush once every three months.

How can I take care of my toothbrush?
Taking care of your Toothbrush is an extremely important task because if you leave especially toothbrush head part uncovered, bacteria can grow up and destroy your toothbrush bristles, effectiveness, and ultimately your oral health. It is a good habit to replace the cover immediately after brushing, and properly store your toothbrush in the brush box.
Though some toothbrushes come with headcover, but with most of the toothbrushes, headcovers are not available. So, we recommend you to buy online from Amazon.

What toothbrushes brands are available in Pakistan?
There are many world-class toothbrushes brands are available in Pakistan, such as:

Oral-B
Colgate
Sensodyne
Ezigrip
Gorey

What is the cost of different toothbrushes brands in Pakistan?
The price varies among different brands, ranging between Rs. 100 to 650 for manual toothbrushes and Rs. 2500 to 8000 for electric toothbrushes.

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