Tooth decay is among the most common
problems affecting the human population. The intensity of the problem is so
acute that even infants are not spared, where.it presents in an aggressive form
called nursing bottle caries. Tooth decay are slowly progressing lesions-hence
they do not cause any pain as such although slight sensitivity may be
experienced. That is why they are generally ignored in their early stages. Pain
is experienced when the decay has progressed to involve the vital part of the
tooth (dental pulp).However if the patient presents in early stages, the decay
can be selectively removed and the filled with dental filling materials. In
advanced cases of destruction, a root canal or even an extraction may be
indicated.
The best method to avoid tooth decay
is by prevention. This includes proper brushing at least once a day to remove
all food debris and plaque deposited on tooth surfaces and a regular professional
check up at least once in six months. Since cavities take months to develop and
progress early diagnosis can prevent progression to advanced stages.
Today special materials called as
“pit and fissure sealants” are available. These materials can be placed on deep
groves and pits present on the chewing surface of the teeth and which are
particularly prone to decay. These low viscosity materials flow into and block
these fissures so that the food articles are not stuck in them.
We at Dr. Garg’s Multispeciality
Dental Center take special care to educate all our patients regarding the
importance of oral hygiene and the correct method of brushing. In cases where
cavities do develop, we perform painless dental fillings, root canals or
extraction as the situation might dictate. Our approach to patients has made us
quite popular Dentist in West Delhi particularly, and our patients call us the
best dentist in not only Delhi but in India.
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