Is Chewing Gum Good or Bad For Your Teeth & Overall Health?

If you ask several people whether chewing gum is good for your health or detrimental to it, you are likely to get several different answers. This is because chewing gum is a mixed bag when it comes to your dental and overall health. In order to answer this important question, we’ll need to explore several […]

The most frequent question about tooth whitening kits is, “Do they really work?” Whether you’ve had expensive tooth whitening treatments done at your local dentist or have simply been putting up with increasingly dull-looking teeth that have long since lost their shine, perhaps a take home tooth whitening kit could be right for you. In […]

Your smile is often your best feature and is certainly noticed first. When patients are asked what they would change about their smiles, they most often respond, “A whiter, brighter smile!” Keeping your teeth bright can be easy with the treatment options now available. The Basics of a Brighter Smile First, start with the basics, […]

Oil pulling as we know it today has been around for thousands of years and originated in ancient India as an Ayurvedic practice used for “purifying” the body by “pulling” toxins out through the gums and mouth using oil as an adsorption (pulling) medium. Right off the bat, you are probably skeptical, and rightly so. […]

Why Routine Dental Exams Are Crucial for Early Detection Routine dental exams include important procedures such as dental X-rays and oral cancer exams that help detect underlying issues early. Understanding these preventive services can make your visits more effective. At SKS Dental, led by Dr. Smita Sabharwal, we believe informed patients make healthier choices. Whether […]

Surprisingly, tooth loss is not uncommon and can be due to different factors including being removed because of decay or being knocked out in an accident. Fortunately, there are plenty of options, so there should be at least one solution that will fit your situation. Dental Implants Dental implants artificially replace a natural tooth root […]

People have many concerns when they face tooth loss, but probably they are most worried about how missing teeth will affect their appearance, their speech, and their ability to chew properly. Those are all valid concerns, and with the technological advance of today’s dental implants, they can rest in the assurance that full beauty and […]

There is mounting evidence of links between your oral health and overall health. Research is still ongoing, but studies have shown for a long time that there is a connection between the mouth and systemic illnesses, a term used to describe conditions that affect the whole body. If you have a systemic disease, it lowers […]

Keeping your teeth and gums in tip-top shape means dedicating yourself to a lifetime of healthy oral hygiene habits. These routines will help prevent dental problems in the future. Here are some important tips to achieve healthier and beautiful teeth: Make it a daily habit Brushing at least twice a day and flossing at least […]