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Brushing Routine

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For  #brushing  choose a soft bristle  #toothbrush , as it can effectively remove  #plaque  and debris from gums and between teeth. Hard bristle  #toothbrush  can erode your tooth  #enamel . #Replace  your toothbrush regularly after every three to four months or when the  #bristles  get frayed and lose their shape. Remember to always use fluoridated toothpaste as it not only helps remove plaque but also strengthens the tooth enamel. Your toothpaste should contain at least 1400ppm fluoride content. Flossing your teeth is also important as it removes food particles that get  #trapped  in between your teeth. While brushing your teeth use a pea size amount of  #toothpaste  as applying a lot can tempt you to spit and finish early. You should brush your teeth gently in short circular motion with 45 degree angle at gum line. You must never brush across your teeth as you can irritate your gums. If you have any doubts  #regarding  proper brushing technique, then it’s best to consult your d

Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery

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Oral &  #maxillofacial   #surgery  which is also commonly known as oral surgery includes the diagnosis and surgical treatment of diseases,  #injuries  and defects of face, jaws, teeth and  #mouth . Extraction of  #diseased  and impacted or fractured tooth, surgical placement of dental implants in jaws, surgical correction of jaws when there is misalignment of teeth due to jaw abnormalities in cases where orthodontic  #treatment  alone is not enough, cleft lip and palate surgeries, treatment of cysts and tumors, jaw joint surgeries, surgical treatment to relieve sleep apnea by removing soft  #tissue  at back portion of mouth or lower jaw are some of the procedures done in this department. Ideally you will  #schedule  an appointment and have plenty of time to think about your options, which is true for any minor surgical procedures like  #tooth  extraction or some facial procedures that you might have planned in advance. But most of the oral surgical procedures are emergency s