Management of Bleeding gums

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Dentistry after Covid 19

We all know Covid-19 is a 'Black Swan' Event in our lives.. 
Dentists and Dentistry is in a period of Flux.
Its a time to Reflect, Revive and Restart.

                We being Healthcare providers are at the fore front of this and also at maximum risk to the infection.  Because of this risk, we have had to shut down our practices for a great financial loss to ourselves. Health is definitely above wealth.

            Now that we are now thinking ahead and thinking of restarting our practices in a matter of weeks from now atleast for emergency cases and less aerosol practice, 
the focus has now shifted to how to open up and still feel safe of the infection in our practice.

The guidelines have been issued and are being modified by DCI, IDA, CDC and various other bodies on what to do and what not. 

The only thing left is for us to make a choice - 

- How we should implement it. 
- Is it possible for all practices to implement all the guidelines. 
- Do we have such big practices that we can put up a traige area, changing room and waiting area and what not.
- Also we have different types of clientele. Is it possible for every patient to bear the cost of the new guidelines and that too for every visit. 

Or will it lead to a permanent change on how dentistry is practised. 
Will we see more of group practices or will it pave a way for Dental Insurance to enter in a big way.. 

What all problems will it lead to? Will the virus make a comeback because the guidelines were not followed properly.? Will it lead to persecution of the patient or the practice if a positive case is found out?

Well I guess we will have to wait for all the answers.. 

But Be positive. Remember - Whatever happens, happens for Good. 

Holi tips for healthy teeth

Teeth are often the silent sufferers during Holi, for variety of reasons -  

1. Children and youngsters are prone to falling with their face down while running with friends. Other than your face, your tooth often get the brunt of this fall. 

2. Binge eating is prevalent during Holi and this has implications for middle aged and elderly people, who have or prone to cavities. “Good brushing followed by flossing is often recommended

3. Most critical thing is safeguarding your teeth against chemical-laced colors. “Stained teeth can not only affect your looks but may also shatter your confidence. While best way is to avoid getting into a situation like this by being careful, if you do get it, we recommend bleaching, scaling and polishing,

Honesty is the Best Policy

        I have found my ability and the need to relate honestly is both a virtue and a curse. People who know you well may tend to trust you more if you are known for your honesty, since what they see and hear is what they get.

         People who meet you for the first time, not so much. Often people meeting someone new tend to "judge a book by it's cover, even when the cover doesn't project what's really inside. Personally I prefer to be truthful in my interactions with others. I may sometimes not tell others my every thought ( a sin of omission) but I really try to be truthful in my communications. This has for the most part worked out well but not in every instance.

             My patients who know me well, tend to know that I give them my best and most honest advice. I don't always paint an overly optimistic picture, but they can rely on me to be truthful and they know if I recommend a procedure, I truly believe it is their best option.

                  Sometimes this trait doesn't sit well with new patients who sometimes are hoping for a particular treatment plan that can be accomplished fast and good, in the most economical manner. This can at times happen, but some patients have unrealistic expectations and I will not mislead them into starting treatment with me without a discussion of what is their best option. I may include a second and even third option, but if what they want is something I can't in good conscience offer, I won't do it. These patient's either adjust their expectations or go somewhere else.

                 Sometimes  they tell me how a previous dentist was able to accomplish some dental magic, but to my mind the way that that dentist handled their treatment is not how I want to approach their treatment. Personally I enjoy sleeping soundly at night and dislike treatments that seem to be temporary in nature and may lead to worse problems. After all teeth don't grow on trees and implants are expensive replacements.