Dental caries is a multi-factorial disease where in some factors are under our control and some such as anatomical, physiological, genetic and few others that are beyond our control. Diet imbalance, frequent snacking, and compromised oral hygiene that includes improper brushing and inconsistent or no flossing; are the most known factors that are under the...Read More

Gifts and rewards are always appreciated by anyone and everyone. When the children perform well during their dental visit, which means, they follow the instructions and cope well during the treatment, they get rewarded at the end. The gestures such as praise, applaud, hugs and pictures can create a beautiful memory of the visit to...Read More

In the science of Neurolinguistic Programming, FEAR is described as an acronym for “False Evidence appearing Real”. At times, fear of the unknown or negatively experienced situation can be so deep rooted that it can get irrationally triggered in unreal situations. Biologically it has been proven that gut bacteria can store information and experience both...Read More

Structure of human brain is complex and magnificent, to an extent that the flexibility of the neurons is still beyond the scope of complete comprehension. No wonder, its addressed as the highest form of creation equipped with extraordinary potential. Amygdala is the part of human brain that is trained to alert us of any kind...Read More

Traffic signal metaphor gets very well placed in children’s dentistry. The traffic signal symbolizes ‘Stop’ ‘Check’ and ‘Continue’ based on the status of the vehicles at the crossroads. Depending on the chaos created by the multitude of emotions that a child may feel during the dental appointment, the treatment approach can be called ‘slow approach’...Read More

Children’s behavior or human behavior in general seems to many just as it is visible on the surface. Knowledge of NLP helps us peel off multiple layers that may overlay our true nature like the layers of onion peel. The real truth is always beneath the surface, in deeper layers where understanding of NLP works....Read More

Pediatric Dentistry: Role of a Pediatric Dentist in diagnosis of tongue tie: Tongue-tie is referred to as an embryological remnant of the tissue in the midline between the undersurface of the tongue and the floor of the mouth. This tissue is known to inhibit the normal flexible movements of the tongue. The attachments of this...Read More

A key to understanding parental psychology in pediatric dental office. According to the basics of Pediatric Dentistry, the interactions between the child, dentist and parent are the three main cornerstones of the practice. This is referred to as Pedodontic Triangle. Child, being the priority in the scenario and conversations, is placed at the top of...Read More

Emotional freedom technique is a healing technique that relieves body of anxiety, fear, physical pains and many deep emotional blocks. Emotions are defined as energy in motion. High energy emotions exhibit as happiness, bravery, confidence or fearlessness, whereas low energy emotions exhibit as fear, anxiety, apprehension, denial or sometimes being stubborn, rejecting the situations that...Read More

An article about Laser Dentistry in Dubai by Dr. Imneet Madan. The conventional and straight forward thinking that has existed from eons of time is that if we have a cavity, it needs to be drilled and filled. Drilling is painful, hence we need a shot. This approach can certainly increase the anxiety both on...Read More