Most people desire whiter teeth. While some home remedies can be useful, combining baking soda with lemon juice is definitely not one of them. Baking soda is an abrasive powder that removes the stains on teeth by scrubbing away the smooth, shiny enamel and making it rough. Lemon is acidic and therefore also erodes the surface of your […]
Month: May 2016
Normal breathing is always done through the nose. Each nostril functions to filter, warm, moisturize and dehumidify the air. Mouth breathing by children is normally due to a nasal obstruction or congestion that prevents them from taking in sufficient air through the nose. Chronic allergic rhinitis, nasal polyps are some of the common causes for nasal obstruction. However, in […]
Bad breath or Halitosis can impinge one’s quality of life, self-confidence and can create embarrassing situations. Not only can bad breath affect us with our friends and family but it can also impact our professional lives, resulting in reluctance to speak. Dr. Dipti, our Periodontist talks about the causes of bad breath and how it can be prevented. […]
Dental implants have been in use for many years, and are a very popular treatment option for missing teeth. Although they are quite common, there still are certain “myths” surrounding dental implants. Implantologist, Dr. Kamal from our Mirdif branch addresses these misconceptions. Dental implants are painful FALSE! Most of the patients feel the procedure was easier than they anticipated […]
