Articles posted by Dr. Motiwala

What are the Causes of Bad Breath?

Everyone wants fresh breath, that goes without saying. Bad breath is a problem that can make it hard to get along with family, friends, and coworkers. You can make sure you have fresh breath today and every day by following these steps. Why Do We Have Bad Breath? The bacteria in your mouth are the

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How to Have a Successful Dental Implant?

When you get a dental implant or implants to replace missing teeth, you’re making an investment in your appearance, your ability to chew and speak, and your overall quality of life. If you take good care of your dental implants, they are very likely to work. This article will talk about some of the most

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Dental Implants & Food Restrictions

Dental implants are quickly becoming the best way to replace a missing tooth. We can use them in many different ways because they are versatile. Some people only have one missing tooth, which means they only need one dental implant with a separate crown. Some people don’t have any teeth left, so we use multiple

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Consequences of Tooth Loss

If you don’t think it’s a big deal to lose a tooth, you’re wrong. Unless you’re 12 and losing your 18th baby tooth isn’t a big deal for you. In particular, losing a permanent tooth is a big deal that can lead to some bad things. The good news is that all of these bad

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Plaque on Teeth: How to Get Rid of It?

This is a phrase that people often look up on Google, and for good reason! Plaque causes bad breath, cavities, and gum disease. Plaque on your teeth is not a good thing. If you want to keep your mouth healthy, you should know how to get rid of it and what happens if you don’t.

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How Does a Dental Bridge Work?

Before dental implants became a popular and stable way to replace missing teeth, dental bridges were the big thing. Even though we love dental implants and use them to help many of our patients regain good chewing function, a dental bridge may be a better way to replace a tooth in many situations. In this

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Fun Facts About Smiling and Laughing

Fun Facts About Smiling and Laughing

We’ve written a lot on this blog about why it’s important for your overall health to take care of your teeth. How much you show off your teeth and how you feel in general are also affected by how good your smile is. Even if your teeth aren’t perfect, you can still smile and laugh,

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Common Misconceptions About Root Canals

Common Misconceptions About Root Canals

You’re at home relaxing when you notice that the slight tooth sensitivity you’ve had for a few months seems to be getting worse. You’ve been putting off going to the dentist for a while, but now your teeth hurt so much that you have to go. At first, you think it’s just a cavity, but

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Why Use Xylitol Gum?

Why Use Xylitol Gum?

Have you seen ads for foods that say they are sweetened with xylitol, which is healthier than sugar? Some sugar-free gums have xylitol in them, and the companies that make them say it helps fight tooth decay and gum disease. The claims made by manufacturers may make you want to try xylitol instead of going

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A Perfect Body or a Perfect Smile?

Consumers today are more willing to invest in a younger-looking smile than in weight reduction assistance, according to recent studies conducted by the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD). These results are consistent with what we would expect to discover for several reasons: The smile is one of the first features noticed by others, thus even

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