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Dry mouth, medically known as xerostomia, can be uncomfortable and even detrimental to your oral health if left unaddressed. Dr. Motiwala, a distinguished dental expert, offers insightful recommendations on how to effectively deal with dry mouth and ensure your oral well-being remains intact. Understanding Dry Mouth Dry mouth occurs when there is a decreased flow of saliva in the mouth. Saliva plays a crucial role in maintaining oral health by neutralizing acids, aiding in digestion, and preventing the growth of harmful bacteria. When saliva production is reduced, it can lead to a range of issues such as bad breath, tooth ... Read more

There are numerous techniques to handle teeth that are broken or missing. Have you ever been curious about implants, dentures, bridges, and crowns? You’ve definitely heard one of us at Dr. Motiwala Dental Clinic & Implant Centre mention them. Consider this your own personal guide to stuff that might end up in your mouth because Dr. Motiwala is aware that people want to be informed. As always, don’t hesitate to call us if you have any inquiries! Dentures, Bridges, and Crowns Most of us will lose at least one adult teeth at some point in our lives. Gum disease is ... Read more

Instilling good oral hygiene practices in your children at a young age can put them on the road to having healthy smiles for the rest of their lives. An acknowledged authority in the field of dentistry, Dr. Motiwala provides insightful advice on how to teach your children to brush and floss properly, ensuring their teeth stay healthy and attractive throughout their lives. Start Early Dr. Motiwala stresses the significance of beginning oral hygiene practices with your child as soon as their first tooth erupts. Gently wipe their gums with a gentle, wet towel to start. In addition to keeping their ... Read more

It goes without saying that everyone chooses their family’s medical providers extremely carefully, yet finding the dentist you want can sometimes be difficult. Since selecting a dentist is a difficult task, we at Dr. Motiwala Dental Clinic & Implant Centre have created this advice for both individuals and families. Call us at any time if you have any inquiries! Dr. Motiwala is always delighted to assist, even if you choose to see a different dentist. How to Pick a Good Dentist When researching dentists in your region, there are many things to take into account. Since proximity may be the ... Read more

Diabetes is a known health problem that needs to be treated because it can cause problems all over the body, including in the mouth. Think about how the American Diabetes Association says that nearly 26 million children and people in the U.S. have diabetes. Dr. Motiwala wants you to know that diabetes can hurt your mouth health in a number of ways. When people with diabetes have high glucose levels, those levels could also be helping bacteria grow, which is bad for their teeth in a big way. Some diabetics have mouth infections and symptoms that last for a long ... Read more

One of the most common and harmful oral hygiene myths is that bleeding gums are normal. Dr. Motiwala wants people to know that this is not true! Imagine if we weren’t talking about lips. Should any part of your body start to bleed when you touch it? The truth is that bleeding gums are a sign of infection or irritation, and if left unchecked, they can lead to serious problems that go beyond your mouth. Please read this piece to learn how to keep the teeth and gums of your family safe. Gums Are Not Supposed to Bleed Despite what ... Read more

There are many different kinds of doctors, like Doctors of Medicine, Doctors of English, and Doctors of Philosophy. Most of the time, when we say “doctor,” we mean “physician” or “doctor of medicine.” Did you know, though, that dentists are also doctors? Every doctor has an area of expertise, and the area of expertise of a dentist is mouth health. Dr. Motiwala talks about how dentistry is a specific branch of medicine and what that means for the link between oral health and general health. Dentists Too Are Doctors Dentists are just as learned and trained as doctors. Before they ... Read more

Most of us have had a toothache at some point. At their worst, toothaches can be so painful that they keep you from doing anything. At their worst, they can be so painful that you can’t even move. Because the pain feels like it’s coming from your tooth, it’s normal to think that all toothaches are caused by cavities, gum disease, or some other problem with your tooth. Dr. Motiwala wants you to know, though, that not all toothaches have to do with your teeth. Oh, really? Toothaches that don’t come from your teeth? Yes, it can happen, and it ... Read more

Most of us learned as kids that sweets like chocolate are bad for your teeth. Even if this is still true for some kinds of our favorite sweet snack, we don’t have to stop serving it all together. Recent tests have found that dark chocolate, which has a lot of cocoa in it, may actually be good for your teeth. Dr. Motiwala wants you to know the facts so that sweet-toothed people can safely fill their cravings. How Does It Work? People know that dark chocolate has a lot of antioxidants, which help our bodies fight off germs and diseases. ... Read more

Many people will lose a tooth at some point in their lives, but that doesn’t mean your smile has to suffer because of it. There are many ways to fix a missing tooth, but Dr. Motiwala wants to tell you about dental implants, which are the best way to get a healthy smile that will last a lifetime. Don’t be afraid to give us a call if you have any questions or want to set up a meeting. Implants Function Just Like Real Teeth Implants are the best way to keep and improve the health of your mouth. Dentures and ... Read more