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Fluoride for the prevention of dental caries in kids by pediatric dentists

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  Dental care is one of the most important things parents need to look into while their baby is growing. A general rule of thumb suggested by  pediatric dentists  when it comes to dental care for children is to brush their teeth twice a day. However, mishaps happen and sometimes you forget. The consequences are tooth decay, increased cavity, and a plethora of other dental problems according to  pedodontics . That’s why it’s essential that you take care of your child’s oral hygiene.  Fluoride for the prevention of dental caries One of the consequences of poor dental care is dental caries . Dental caries, also known as cavities, are a common chronic problem among kids. The main reason behind dental caries is the weakening of the tooth enamel. This usually happens due to consuming foods that are rich in sugar or that produce acid in your mouth. The acid then breaks down the tooth enamel, which leads to dental caries. According to the CDC (Centers for Disease Contro...

Little Pearls Orthodontics

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Little Pearls Orthodontics Little pearls dentistry Feb 26  · 1 min read OPG scan equipped Little Pearls Orthodontics in equipped with a full mouth OPG scanning facility for high precision orthodontic work during your treatment while moving teeth. The OPG scan can also detect any underlying oral health issues with respect to the teeth and jaws such as wisdom teeth removal before starting the orthodontic treatment. iTero Scan 3D iTero scan integrated with artificial intelligence shows the final treatment outcome even before we start! Easy Check-ups Tooth movements are checked every month in accordance to the treatment plan. Components are tightened to facilitate precise tooth movements every 45 days. Oral hygiene should be a priority during orthodontic treatment. Treatment options & Orthodontic appliances available Fixed appliances include Traditional braces with metal brackets & stainless steel wires,...

What is an orthodontist?

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What is an orthodontist? Orthodontists  is a dental specialist who undergoes 3+ years in the field of orthodontics which is a branch of dentistry treat patients with conditions such as crooked teeth which are also called dental malocclusions. An orthodontist will diagnose a case using study models and orthopantomogram which are very essential in deriving the right treatment plan for the patient. The department of orthodontics also includes dentofacial orthopedics involving the study and correction of any abnormalities in the growth phase of the dento facial apparatus. What is the difference between a dentist and an orthodontist? Orthodontists and dentists deal with patients to resolve many dental and oral health problems. Orthodontics is one of the eight dental specializations and it deals with the correction of various malocclusions. Orthodontists treat many malocclusions such as underb...