MDS
Dr. Tazeen Raees holds a master’s degree in Prosthodontics and Implantology and is working as a chief prosthodontics mentor at APJ Abdul Kalam Education Centre, Indian Dental Association, Mumbai. She has over six years of experience. Dr. Raees has various national and international publications to her credit and is strongly inclined towards research activities. She attended an exclusive observership program in Kuwait Dental Hospital (KOC). Tazeen believes in providing superior quality dental treatment to patients by being up to date with the latest advances in research and clinical techniques and implementing them in routine practice. Her research interests include dental implantology, full mouth rehabilitations, esthetic dentistry, smile designing, maxillofacial prosthodontics, conservative management of temporomandibular joint disorders, oral appliances, and the use of 3D printing and rapid prototyping in prosthodontics.
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Even if you're lactating, you may need to see a dentist for wisdom tooth extraction in case it is causing you trouble. However, removal of the wisdom tooth during breastfeeding should be approached with caution. The reason behind it is that the drugs and medicines used during or after the extraction may get into your infant's system through your breast milk. Read on to learn about wisdom tooth extraction and dental care while breastfeeding. [mj-toc] What Are Wisdom Teeth? [caption id="attachment_890951" align="alignnone" width="720"] Image: Shutterstock[/caption] Wisdom teeth are the third or rearmost molars. We have four wisdom teeth i.e. two each in lower and upper jaws. The teeth are commonly known as ‘Wisdom’ teeth since they erupt in growing ages from 16 to 21 years. When the wisdom teeth erupt in alignment with the remaining natural teeth, they help break and chew hard food. However, often, wisdom teeth erupt partially or impact the jaw bone. This increases chances of food...
Buck teeth in kids refer to the misalignment of the upper and lower front teeth. The condition is characterized by an irregular protrusion of the upper front teeth, usually causing them to cover the lower lip. Buck teeth may lead to certain health issues in some children based on the malalignment\'s severity. Buck teeth leads to horizontal and vertical dental protrusions. The horizontal overlap of the upper front teeth over the lower front teeth is often called an overjet, while the vertical overlap is an overbite. Generally, the normal range for an overjet is about 1.5–2.5 millimeters (1). Experts advise early treatment of buck teeth to prevent complications. Read this post to know the causes, treatment, and management options for buck teeth in children. [mj-toc] Causes Of Buck Teeth Several factors can lead to buck teeth in kids. Some of the most common causes include the following. Thumb-sucking: In babies and toddlers up to age five, thumb-sucking is considered normal....
An abscess tooth refers to pus accumulation in a tooth due to bacterial infection. This condition requires medical attention to prevent the spread of infection. If you have an abscess tooth while pregnant, this post could help you. There are different causes of abscess teeth. However, it is possible to prevent them by taking precautionary measures. Read on to know more about this dental condition, its treatment plan, and tips to prevent it. [mj-toc] About Tooth Abscess An abscessed tooth or tooth abscess is the formation and collection of pus in different parts of a tooth due to bacterial infection. It can result in swollen gums, toothache or both (1). Susan Lim, a three-month pregnant woman, shares her ordeal with a dental abscess, “Three days ago my tooth started hurting so the pain got bad fast. Last night it was extremely bad, I cried myself to sleep. The doctor recommended to get either a root canal treatment done or my...
The process of eruption of milk teeth is called teething. While the teething process follows a set pattern, it is not uncommon to see late teething in babies. The exact cause behind it is usually not always known. Nevertheless, most late teething cases are benign and do not need any intervention. Your pediatric dentist can help you rule out any other conditions that may require treatment. Read this post to learn more about the causes and complications of late teething and when to see a doctor for it. [mj-toc] Normal Teething Chart For Babies [caption id="attachment_887855" align="alignnone" width="720"] Image: Shutterstock[/caption] It is essential to understand normal teething patterns in babies to determine delayed teething. The first teeth to erupt in your baby’s mouth are the lower front teeth, and they do so around six months of age. The upper front teeth are the next, followed by other teeth that emerge within their respective age range (1). Lower Teeth Upper Teeth...
If your little one is teething, you may have thought of using teething tablets for babies at some point or the other. The teething process begins when the baby is six months old, and sometimes it may start as early as three months. By the age of two or two-and-a-half years, a toddler has a set of ten primary or milk teeth on each jaw, i.e., a total of 20 (1) (2). Teeth eruption can be a mildly painful process, and sometimes there could be inflammation and redness of the gums. This may cause a few babies to feel miserable. As a parent, you would do anything to ease this pain (3). The primary resort for most parents is teething tablets. In this post, we discuss their safety, ingredients, and alternatives. [mj-toc] What Are Teething Tablets? [caption id="attachment_892320" align="alignnone" width="720"] Image: Shutterstock[/caption] Teething tablets or pellets are [simple_tooltip text="homeopathic" tooltip="An alternative treatment intervention where medications are usually obtained from natural...
Parenting is all about experiencing and appreciating the different milestones in your child’s life. Teething is one such milestone, and after a few years, children’s primary or baby teeth give way to permanent teeth. So when do kids start losing teeth? This process may occur before time for some children, while it may get delayed in others. When children start losing their baby teeth, parents are often concerned about potential problems. Read this post to answer some common questions regarding children losing their baby teeth and to understand what to expect. [MJ_RELATED_LINKS href="https://www.momjunction.com/articles/delayed-late-teething-in-babies-causes-complications_00708872/" title="What Causes Late Teething In Babies And When To See A Doctor?"] [mj-toc] When Do Babies’ Teeth Develop? [caption id="attachment_893812" align="alignnone" width="720"] Image: Shutterstock[/caption] Most babies develop primary teeth, also known as milk teeth or baby teeth, during infancy, which is between four and twelve months. However, teeth development begins during the gestation period itself. Thus, mothers are advised to eat healthily and avoid certain medicines, such...