DG Tanagon Dental Clinic

30/10/2025

Trick or Treat😁 Brush after u eat sweets😁and visit ur Dentist regularly😁😉

Madaming candies ngayong TRICK OR TREAT season. Huwag kalilimutang linisin ang ngipin after kumain ng Halloween treats, mga bata!

HAVE A TOOTH-FRIENDLY HALLOWEEN!

28/10/2025

Malapit na matapos ang 2025, nakapagpalinis ka na ba? Bumisita na sa iyong Dentista😁😉

27/10/2025

Habang walang pasok mga anak nyo, bumisita na sa inyong Dentista😁😉

In a recent case involving an 8-year-old boy with two small gum swellings, the dentist noticed that the tissue looked unusually thickened and red.

A reactive hyperplasia was suspected — a common overgrowth the body forms as a defense against chronic irritation.

The patient was referred to an oral surgeon, who performed a small biopsy for confirmation.

The final diagnosis: Irritative (reactive) hyperplasia of the oral mucosa, caused by retained root fragments from primary teeth.
Once the source of irritation was removed, the tissue healed beautifully.

Even after baby teeth fall out, tiny root pieces may remain inside the gums without pain or symptoms.
Over time, these can cause gum swellings or chronic irritation that appear harmless but need professional care.

Regular dental checkups after tooth loss ensure all roots are gone and new teeth erupt smoothly.

📸 Clinical Case & Photography: Dr. Juan Yepes
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Disclaimer: This content is for educational awareness only and not a substitute for professional dental advice or diagnosis.

22/10/2025

Ugaliing magpalinis kada 6 na buwan. Bumisita na sa inyong Dentista😁😉

🦷✨ Before and After: The Power of a Professional Dental Cleaning!

What you see here is the amazing difference a professional dental cleaning (scaling and polishing) can make! 🪥

Over time, plaque and tartar build up on teeth — especially behind the lower front teeth — leading to bad breath, gum inflammation, and even bone loss if not treated.

💡 Professional cleanings remove these hard deposits safely, leaving your teeth smooth, bright, and healthy again.

✅ Prevent gum disease
✅ Eliminate stains and bacteria
✅ Keep your smile fresh and confident

Remember — brushing alone can’t remove tartar, that’s why visiting your dentist every 6 months is essential.

A clean mouth is a healthy mouth! 😁🦷

15/10/2025

Wagi ang may alam✅️

Many parents let their baby fall asleep with a milk bottle in the mouth — thinking it’s harmless or comforting. But what begins as a sweet bedtime habit often ends with severe tooth decay called Baby Bottle Caries or Nursing Bottle Caries.

When milk or juice stays pooled around a child’s teeth during sleep, bacteria in the mouth feed on the sugars. This produces acid that slowly erodes the enamel — especially on the upper front teeth, which are most exposed. Over time, these teeth turn brown, crumble, and may decay down to the roots, often before the child even turns two.

Pediatric dentists now call this a silent epidemic. Studies show that early childhood caries can affect a child’s nutrition, speech, and confidence — and even increase the risk of dental problems later in life. The decay is often rapid and painful, requiring extractions or crowns under general anesthesia.

The solution is simple yet powerful: Never put a baby to bed with a bottle containing milk, juice, or sweet liquids. Offer only plain water after brushing at night. Clean your baby’s teeth and gums daily, and schedule their first dental visit by age one. Early prevention saves not just teeth — it preserves smiles, confidence, and health.

13/10/2025

Please DO NOT neglect baby teeth... visit your Dentist regularly😁

🦷 Neglecting cavities in baby teeth can harm the smile that’s yet to come. 👶

Many still believe that decay in baby teeth isn’t a concern since “they’ll fall out anyway.”
But that’s one of the most harmful misconceptions in dentistry. Primary teeth aren’t just temporary — they’re essential for chewing, speech, and most importantly, they act as natural guides for the permanent teeth developing right beneath them.

When a cavity in a baby tooth is ignored, the infection can travel through the roots and reach the developing permanent tooth bud hidden within the jawbone.
Research shows that untreated decay in children can lead to defects in the future teeth — including weak enamel, discoloration, and even malformed structures.
In advanced cases, it can cause painful abscesses, swelling, and systemic infection, sometimes requiring emergency treatment.
And when a baby tooth is lost early, it disrupts spacing — often leading to crowding or misalignment in the permanent dentition.

Preventing these complications is far easier than treating them.
Routine dental checkups, fluoride protection, balanced nutrition, and limited sugary snacks can make a world of difference.
Remember — a cavity isn’t “just a cavity.” It’s an infection that spreads.
Safeguarding a child’s baby teeth means safeguarding their future permanent smile.

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This post is for public awareness. It does not replace professional dental advice.

09/10/2025

"Hindi pa naman sumasakit Doc">> pero ang laki na ng sira😳

07/10/2025

Brush your Teeth😁

07/10/2025

Visit your Dentist regularly😁😉

🦷 What Really Happens When a Tooth Is Lost

Losing a tooth may seem like a small problem — especially if it’s not visible when smiling — but medically, it’s a silent chain reaction that can alter the entire mouth structure.

Each tooth in the jaw supports the next like a team; when one is missing, the balance collapses. The nearby teeth start drifting or tilting toward the empty space, while the opposing tooth (from the opposite arch) begins to over-erupt into the gap. Over time, this misalignment can disturb the bite, strain the jaw joints, and even trigger chronic headaches or muscle tension.

Beneath the surface, the damage continues. The jawbone that once supported the missing tooth begins to shrink — a process called alveolar bone resorption. Without regular stimulation from chewing forces, the bone loses density, weakening facial support. This is why people with multiple missing teeth often develop a “sunken” facial appearance or premature facial aging.

Gum tissues also recede around the area, creating food traps and increasing the risk of gum disease and tooth decay in neighboring teeth.

Functionally, even a single missing tooth reduces chewing efficiency. The rest of the teeth have to overwork, leading to wear, cracks, or sensitivity. In long-standing cases, the uneven bite forces can even affect the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) — the hinge connecting the jaw to the skull — causing jaw pain, clicking sounds, or restricted movement.

Replacing a missing tooth promptly — whether through a dental implant, bridge, or partial denture — helps preserve bone, restore proper bite, and maintain overall oral health. What may seem like a small gap today can become a bigger, costlier dental issue tomorrow. Early replacement isn’t cosmetic — it’s preventive healthcare.

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Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and does not replace a professional medical advice or diagnosis.

03/10/2025

Paalala lang po😁 Pwede po kayong bumisita sa inyong Dentista na hindi pa masakit ang ngipin ninyo😁

Prevention is priceless

02/10/2025

Brush😁 at ugaliing bumisita sa inyong dentista😉

01/10/2025

Hello October, LAST Quarter na ng taon, nakabisita ka na ba sa iyong Dentista? Book na😉😁