MRMJ Dental Clinic

06/11/2025

Most people overload their toothbrush with toothpaste, thinking more foam means a deeper clean. But studies show that a pea-sized amount is all that’s needed. The real cleaning comes from brushing motion and flossing — toothpaste simply supports the process by delivering fluoride to strengthen enamel and freshen breath.

Using too much toothpaste can actually backfire. The excess foam creates a false sense of cleanliness, making many brush for shorter durations or miss areas. Even worse, it can mask early gum bleeding, an important warning sign of gingivitis — the first reversible stage of gum disease.

Dentists emphasize that technique matters more than quantity. Brushing gently in circular motions for two minutes, twice a day, and flossing once daily ensures thorough plaque removal. Pair this with fluoride protection and regular dental checkups to keep gums and enamel strong.

Good oral hygiene isn’t cosmetic — it’s systemic. Gum inflammation has been linked to heart disease, diabetes, and premature birth. Mastering correct brushing habits protects far more than a smile — it safeguards overall health.

15/09/2025

Ongoing Orthodontic Treatment

3 months in progress 🙂

13/09/2025

Ongoing Orthodontic Treatment

31/08/2025

31/08/2025

🚨One missing tooth is never “just one tooth.”
The moment a tooth is lost, your entire mouth begins to change—often silently, but with serious consequences.

When the gap is left unfilled, neighboring teeth drift and tilt into the empty space. This creates misalignment, uneven spacing, and difficulty in cleaning, which allows food to get trapped and increases the risk of cavities and gum infection.

The opposing tooth in the upper jaw (or lower, depending on the lost tooth) also starts to move downward into the gap—a process called supereruption. This not only weakens the bite but can also disturb the natural balance of your jaw.

Over time, the bite changes strain the temporomandibular joint (TMJ), leading to jaw pain, clicking, or even headaches. Chewing efficiency drops, forcing other teeth to work harder, which may accelerate wear and damage.

Beneath the missing tooth, the jawbone begins to shrink because it no longer receives stimulation from chewing. As bone resorbs, facial support weakens, giving the face a sunken or aged appearance.

Worse still, untreated infections from trapped food and decayed neighboring teeth can spread beyond the mouth—contributing to systemic health problems such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes complications, or worsening existing medical conditions.

✅ The solution: Timely replacement with options like dental implants, bridges, or dentures. Restoring even one missing tooth preserves alignment, bite function, bone health, and overall well-being.

31/08/2025

Cavities don’t wait; every day of delay means deeper damage.

Tooth decay is not like a cut on the skin that can heal by itself. Once bacteria break through the enamel and start destroying the tooth structure, the damage is permanent. Without professional treatment, that small spot of decay only grows larger with time.

In the early stage, a cavity may just look like a tiny black dot on the tooth surface. At this point, it may cause little or no pain — which is why many people ignore it. But inside, bacteria are actively dissolving the enamel and creeping into the softer dentin beneath.

As the decay spreads, the cavity becomes deeper, wider, and harder to treat. Eventually, it can reach the nerve inside the tooth, leading to severe pain, infection, and even the risk of tooth loss. In advanced cases, untreated dental infections can spread beyond the mouth, affecting the jawbone and even overall health.

The truth is simple: cavities never reverse naturally. Fluoride and good oral hygiene can slow down very early changes, but once a true cavity forms, only a dentist can remove the decay and restore the tooth.

Ignoring that “small hole” today means facing root canals, extractions, or costly dental work tomorrow. The earlier decay is treated, the easier, quicker, and more affordable it is to save the tooth.

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

31/08/2025

👶Leaving cavities in baby teeth untreated is like planting decay in the next set of teeth.🦷

Cavities in baby teeth are often misunderstood. Many parents assume that since milk teeth eventually fall out, they don’t need much attention. But this is one of the biggest mistakes in children’s oral care.

Baby teeth are not just temporary placeholders—they protect the permanent teeth developing right beneath them. When decay is left untreated, the infection doesn’t stop at the surface; it can spread deep inside the tooth, into the roots, and even affect the permanent teeth waiting to erupt.

The truth is, cavities in milk teeth are not harmless. An untreated infection in a baby tooth can create abscesses, damage the surrounding bone, and allow bacteria to reach the underlying permanent tooth bud. This can lead to enamel defects, weak spots, or even early decay in the permanent teeth before they even emerge. In some cases, the infection can spread further, causing pain, swelling, and serious health complications that no child should ever go through.

Baby teeth play an essential role in guiding permanent teeth into the correct position, helping with chewing, speech, and proper jaw development. Losing them too early due to cavities disrupts this balance, often resulting in misalignment or orthodontic problems later in life. Ignoring cavities may seem like saving time or money now, but in reality, it sets the stage for bigger dental challenges in the future.

Parents need to remember: caring for milk teeth is caring for the future smile. Regular brushing, limiting sugary snacks, early dental check-ups, and treating cavities promptly are not just short-term solutions—they are investments in a lifetime of healthy teeth. Don’t wait for pain to appear. Protecting baby teeth today means protecting your child’s confidence, health, and smile for tomorrow.

31/08/2025

FIRST MOLAR- Bakit lagi unang nasisira?

Hindi normal, Pero madalas na unang nasisira or nagkakaroon ng caries ang mga Permanent first molars.

Bakit?

Dahil ang Permanent first molars ang unang Permanent teeth na tumutubo —Meaning sila ang unang ngipin na naeexpose sa oral cavity.

Madalas tumutubo ang 1st Molars sa age na 6-7 yrs old— sa edad din na ito is hindi pa gaano maalaga ang mga bata sa ngipin thats why maaga nagkakasira or nabubulok ang mga ngipin (dito dapat pumasok ang responsibility ng mga magulang na imonitor ang ngipin ng kanilang mga anak)

Anong dapat gawin?
1. Brush ng maayos ang mga ngipin (Spit no rinse— para maretain ang fluoride sa ngipin ng bata)
2. Regular checkup sa dentist to monitor kung need na bang pastahan or kung pwede lang magaapply ng fluoride treamtent para mapatibay ang ngipin.
3. pwede din maglagay ng sealants sa ngipin para maiwasan na magkaroon ng food na naiipit sa mga linya or grooves ng ngipin na nagiging dahilan ng maagang pagkasira nito.

Lahat ng nabangit sa taas ay pwedeng maiwasan, Paano?

Make sure na maturuan natin ng maaga ang mga bata kung paano nila dapat alagaan ang kanilang mga ngipin 🫶🏻

13/08/2025

ORAL PROPHYLAXIS

21/07/2025

Neglecting oral care during braces treatment can cause irreversible enamel damage, tooth decay, and periodontal disease. 🦷🪥

Wearing braces is a crucial step toward achieving a straight and beautiful smile, but it also requires a higher level of oral care. The brackets and wires create spaces where food particles and plaque can easily accumulate, making it more difficult to clean your teeth properly. If oral hygiene is neglected during orthodontic treatment, it can result in serious problems such as enamel decalcification, tooth decay, and gum inflammation.

Enamel damage appears as white spots around the brackets—early signs of mineral loss that can become permanent. Plaque build-up around the braces can lead to cavities, especially in hard-to-reach areas, and increase the risk of gum disease due to chronic inflammation. Over time, this can compromise not only your dental health but also the final results of your orthodontic treatment.

To prevent these complications, it's essential to brush thoroughly after every meal using an orthodontic toothbrush or electric brush, floss daily with special orthodontic aids, and maintain regular professional cleanings. Good oral hygiene is the foundation for a healthy smile—before, during, and after braces.

18/07/2025

Untreated dental infections can significantly raise the risk of heart disease—and even premature death, a research confirms.
Poor oral health is no longer just a local issue in the mouth; it is a systemic threat.

A major meta-analysis has shown that people with severe tooth loss have a 66% higher risk of dying from cardiovascular disease compared to those with minimal or no tooth loss. Chronic infections in the mouth, including cavities that reach the pulp and bone, can trigger inflammatory responses that damage arteries and promote atherosclerosis.

Dr. Andrew Waxler, a cardiologist at Penn State Health, warns that people with untreated tooth infections are 2.7 times more likely to develop heart conditions like coronary artery disease. The bacteria and toxins from dental infections can silently enter the bloodstream, contributing to heart strain and long-term cardiovascular damage.

Source:
(John Liljestra. Journal of Dental Research. “Hidden tooth infections may be warning sign of heart disease”)