Bruxism? – Ask Dr. Farooq Sorathia
What Is Bruxism? Bruxism is a term used to describe abnormal tooth grinding. Nocturnal bruxism is described as tooth grinding when sleeping. Bruxism generally is a parafunctional habit, which means it’s a habit that functions out of the norm. It is
Do We Need Antibiotics When We See The Dentist? – Ask Dr. Farooq Sorathia
Antibiotics In Dentistry: Do We Need Antibiotics When We See The Dentist? The use of antibiotics in dentistry has been one of the most discussed topics around the globe, and unfortunately, there is none with a universal consensus as to the
Dry Socket? – Ask Dr. Farooq Sorathia
What is a Dry Socket? A dry socket is a complication that can occur after tooth extraction. The medical term for dry socket is “Alveolar Osteitis”. It is a very painful condition and will require the dentist to intervene to
Root Canal – Ask Dr. Farooq Sorathia
Why Do I Need A Root Canal? We first have to understand the tooth structure to appreciate the rationale of root canal treatment. The outer covering of the tooth, which appears white, is called enamel. This is the hardest substance in