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Why Are Most Little Kids Afraid of Dentists?

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As kids grow up and try to find their way out into the world, one of the scariest things for them to do is go to the dentist. However, it’s important to note that not all kids are inherently afraid of going to the  Pediatric dentists . According to a paper published in  Baltic Dental and Maxillofacial Journal , dental anxiety can be found in five to twenty percent of the children’s population.  There can be several reasons for dental anxiety. In the study mentioned above, the researchers tried to determine what psychosocial factors are connected with this fear in children. Authors reported that a lot of this anxiety could be traced back to the parents’ attitude towards dentistry, doctors, oral care, and children’s general understanding of dentistry. As kids grow up and try to find their way out into the world, one of the scariest things for them to do is go to the dentist. However, it’s important to note that not all kids are inherently afraid of going to the dentist. Acc...

What is an orthodontist?

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Dentistry is a vast field. Although it may seem just like a medical field related to oral issues and treatments of the teeth, it is far more advanced and has many categories within. Each of these fields requires vast experience and dentists, more often than not are all specialists in their fields. This blog aims to answer one of the most sought-after and medically advanced areas in the 21st century which is  Orthodontics . The science practiced by an orthodontic specialist whose primary job is to ensure dental health and straight teeth through various treatment options. Through various questions, Our Orthodontists &  Pediatric dentists  at Growing Smiles aims to answer some questions on the differences. Most of you may know that an orthodontist deals with braces but may not have been aware that the field extends far beyond. With innovations such as Invisalign, a technology that combines data science and artificial intelligence the field has truly been disrupted....

Steps Followed For The Best Orthodontic treatment Process At Growing Smiles

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At Growing Smiles Orthodontics our management team has set a rule of protocols to be followed while initiating the orthodontic treatment for many to get the best possible treatment outcome. Step 1 - Orthodontic Consultation The lifestyle requirements for every patient will be taken into consideration. Your Orthodontist will ask you if it would be compatible with your profession & lifestyle if the orthodontic appliance is completely visible & partially visible. If both the scenarios are incompatible only then the patient is given the option on Invisible clear aligners. Your chief complaint has also recorded by the Orthodontists at Growing Smiles to plan a more customized treatment for you! The motive of the above the case record is to make the orthodontic treatment as comfortable & affordable as possible Step 2 Intraoral Photography Intraoral photography is done by taking pictures of focused mirror images. The motive of the above step is to show the patient...

Growing Smiles Orthodontics Whitefield, Bangalore

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About Growing Smiles Orthodontics Growing Smiles is an exclusive Orthodontic clinic located in Whitefield Bangalore. Our experienced Orthodontists from the top dental schools in Bangalore are committed to providing the best Orthodontic treatment options to our clients. Thanks to our unmatched orthodontic work and fixed appliances from American orthodontics we have treated more than 100 patients this year who are extremely satisfied with the treatment outcome and removable retainers. Our Orthodontist Dr. Vivek Aithal M.D.S Orthodontist & Invisalign Specialist Dr. Vivek is an experienced Orthodontist who completed his BDS and MDS from RV Dental College, Bangalore. Dr. Vivek is an avid technology enthusiast and is constantly up to date with the latest technologies and appliances in the field of dentistry and orthodontics. Dr. Vivek Aithal is also a silver medal clear aligner specialist certified and trained by the  Invisalign Bangalore  center. State ...

Types of orthodontic braces

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Article by Experienced Orthodontists In Bangalore The department of Orthodontics & dentofacial orthopedics is a specialization in the field of dentistry that deals with collecting malocclusions and guiding the jaw and facial growth during the early stages in life. Misaligned & crooked teeth should be corrected to maintain their integrity & support to avoid the early loss of teeth during the later stages in life. Misaligned permanent teeth can increase the chances of tooth decay due to food accumulation leading to compromised oral health. A right treatment plan at  Growing smiles orthodontics  also straightens teeth to give a more aesthetic smile with respect to the golden proportions. Orthodontic treatment with fixed & removable appliances has many advantages! Fixed Orthodontic appliances use stainless steel archwires in traditional braces that apply pressure on the teeth to move the teeth. The most popular types of fixed appliances a...