Dental implants, tooth extraction, or any other form of dental surgery can be painful. There are times when it can get bloody especially with wisdom tooth extraction. Removal of an impacted or infected tooth, periodontal surgery, or dental implants are serious surgical procedures, and post-operative care is essential. Risk of infections and unnecessary pain, as well as abnormal or excessive bleeding, need to be addressed to ensure that these issues do not cause bigger problems down the line. If you are concerned about any of these effects, you can consult a dentistfor an examination and recommendation of the best course of action.

Bleeding is a normal effect of dental surgery normally, you will experience that within the next 24 48 hours after the procedure. There could be a small cut in your gum, which resulted in bleeding. Keep in mind though that oral bleeding is simply a little blood and a lot of salivas. If you see blood oozing out of your mouth, do not fret because there are some home remedies you can do to control or stop oral bleeding. 

Following your surgery, there are some things you need to do to minimise the effects of the procedure:
 

Genetics play a significant role in determining the overall health and appearance of a person. Aside from shaping the height, bone structure, and facial features, genetics also largely contribute to the oral health of a person. DNA contributes to the weakening of the enamel, which ultimately increases the risk of gum disease. For most people, it significantly determines the size of the teeth, as well as the alignment of the jaw. Crowding, gaps, overbites, underbites, and crooked teeth are common for children as early as five years old due to hereditary factors.
 

Parents need to teach their children about healthy dental habits while they are young. Healthy dental habits take time to develop, so it's good to start them young to keep their teeth far from cavities. Aside from teaching children what to do, parents must also teach them what not to do. Children may have simple habits, such as nail-biting or thumb-sucking, that may appear normal. However, unknown to many parents, these common habits may lead to adverse oral health outcomes. That said, it is crucial to prevent these bad dental habits before they turn into bigger issues in the future. Here are five bad habits that children commonly do that are bad for their health:
 

2020 is flying by and January has thankfully passed with slightly longer days ahead of us. Our case of the month for January involves a simple yet effective smile makeover using the Social 6 lingual brace to make one tooth more visible on smiling. Often we seen huge dental transformations where there is huge difference in the overall smile with multiple veneers, crowns and crazy white shades that resemble white goods rather than teeth! This is not our style. For those of you that read our blog, you will know that we strongly believe in minimally invasive dentistry that looks natural, highly aesthetic and lasts a long time. Our case involves one using the Social 6 lingual brace (one of our favourite treatments), to align one tooth and dramatically change the smile in just 3 months. Here are the before and after photos: