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DENTISTRY
Dentistry, the profession concerned with the prevention and treatment of oral disease, including diseases of the teeth and supporting structures and diseases of the soft tissues of the mouth. Dentistry also encompasses the treatment and correction of malformation of the jaws, misalignment of the teeth, and birth anomalies of the oral cavity such as cleft palate.
Dr. Manmoy Saha
BDS Dental, Cert Endodontist & Laser Dentistry
Wednesday & SundayTiming : 4:30 PM
Recently Asked Questions
People with poorly controlled diabetes are prone to dental diseases. Due to reduced blood supply, gum diseases are more common, causing deterioration of the jaw bone faster. The mouth is dry with plaque accumulation, resulting in gum diseases and tooth decay. Patients should be wary of bleeding gums, sores in the mouth, bad breath and tooth decay. With proper control of diabetes, and regular dental checkups, optimum oral health can be maintained. Please be sure to inform your dentist if you have been diagnosed with diabetes, as changes in your treatment will be made accordingly. Regular flossing and mouthwash rinses are advised to aid brushing twice a day.
Dental X-rays expose the patients to a small amount of radiation. In case, if you are pregnant, it is important to inform your dentist before the treatment is started. The experts use the lead aprons to protect the unborn child from getting exposed to the radiation.
Ideally, a patient should visit once every 5 months however, it can be more often as well.
Depending on oral hygiene, medical conditions, your dentist will recommend to you how often you should visit for a checkup. Smokers, pregnant women, diabetics patient etc. will be required to visit once every 2 months.