This is no chilling story that will send shivers down your spine but can certainly unnerve you with a niggling ache from a missing tooth. Well, that is what phantom tooth pain is all about. The tooth is conspicuous by its physical absence, but its presence can still be felt through pain. Though it is missing from its place, its ache returns to haunt the…
Public-private partnerships to strengthen India’s dental ecosystem by 2030 India targets Universal Health Coverage by 2030 through public-private partnerships to improve affordability, and innovation in healthcare with a growing focus on oral health and employment opportunities. Universal Health Coverage (UHC) is a critical milestone that India and many nations worldwide aim to achieve by 2030. UHC signifies that all individuals have access to the complete…
In a world where precision and personalisation define the gold standard in healthcare, dentistry is undergoing a profound digital transformation. This major shift arises from the intersection of data, technology, and modern dental care. Once, dental care relied solely on the hands of skilled practitioners; now, it increasingly depends on intelligent systems powered by machine learning and artificial intelligence. The role of data in modern…
Charcoal and coconut oil toothpastes are trending. A doctor explains whether they deliver real benefits or are just a hype. Brushing is a non-negotiable daily habit, not only for your oral hygiene but also to prevent dental and other health ailments. But with the surge in popularity of ‘natural’ ingredients in toothpaste, many are including them in their oral care routines without really knowing whether the hype…
When oral health issues like gum disease are left untreated during pregnancy, bacteria from the mouth can enter the bloodstream. In some cases, these bacteria may reach the placenta and potentially affect your baby’s development. Studies have found associations between untreated dental problems during pregnancy and outcomes such as: An increased risk of pre-term delivery The possibility of low birth weight A higher chance of…
ABSTRACT: Aim: This research article aims to assess the correlation between oral health and the modified Child Oral Impact on Daily Performance (C‑OIDP) index in pediatric patients undergoing treatment at Clove Dental Clinics. The study focuses on evaluating the psychometric properties of the modified C‑OIDP index using a Google Forms questionnaire in a multicentric pediatric population across 10 states in India. Materials and Methods: A…
