MRMJ Dental Clinic

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”)

17/07/2025

Dental plaque is a structured biofilm composed of diverse bacterial colonies that adhere to the tooth surface. These bacteria metabolize dietary carbohydrates, producing acidic byproducts that demineralize tooth enamel and initiate the caries process. Over time, repeated acid attacks weaken the enamel, leading to the formation of cavities and increased risk of tooth sensitivity.

In addition to causing enamel erosion, plaque contributes significantly to the development of gingival and periodontal diseases. The bacteria within plaque release toxins that trigger inflammation in the surrounding gum tissues. If not effectively removed through routine oral hygiene and professional care, this chronic inflammation may progress to periodontitis, characterized by connective tissue breakdown and bone loss. Plaque control remains a critical component in the prevention of both dental caries and periodontal disease.

16/07/2025

Naol isa lang ang S line 🥹 sana kayo rin!

If you’re wondering if nalalaman po ba naming mga dentista kung kayo ay active….. the answer is….. minsan. Halimbawa may naiwan kayong ebidensya sa rubbers nyo or if may pasa kayo sa ngala ngala ganyan. 🌭🌴

Pero alam nyo ba na maaari din namin macheck if meron kayong mga sexually transmitted disease sa bibig nyo? It manifests kasi sa tongue, sa cheeks, sa gums or sa lips ninyo. Aside from STDs we can also check if you have lesions that may actually be cancerous. 🩺

We can also see if you’re smoking or va**ng, pwede mo din naman sabihin samin na wag iispluk sa nanay mo na nasa waiting area ems. 🚬

In short your mouth says a lot about not only your hygiene but your health as well. Kaya make sure to have your routine oral prophylaxis and dental check up. Wag ugaliing bumisita pag may masakit lang. And yes po may bayad ang dental check up wag na kayo magal3t samin. Ems. 🥹

And also stick to one lang mga cyst saka wag magiwan ng bakas sa rubber! Cheret. Yun lang byeeee~ 🦷✨

16/07/2025

Pwede po makahingi ng pricelist? 🤔

We hear this all the time — and we love how curious and involved patients are! 🥰

Pero real talk? Minimum price nagbibigay kami, pero 𝐰𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐢𝐱𝐞𝐝 𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐠 𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬. And here’s why:

✅ 1. Every patient is different.

Just like no two smiles are exactly the same, iba-iba rin ang dental needs ng bawat isa.
Yung simple cleaning for one person, pwedeng may kasamang deep cleaning or gum treatment na for another.

📍 That’s why we always recommend a dental check-up first—so we can assess properly before giving an accurate cost.

✅ 2. It depends on the severity of the case and complexity ng procedure.

Let’s say you need a tooth extraction—
• Minsan madali lang,
• Pero minsan kailangan ng surgical removal (lalo na if impacted ang wisdom tooth).

💡 More complex = more tools, expertise, time, and care needed = different pricing.

✅ 3. Treatment plans are personalized.

Walang “one-size-fits-all” pagdating sa dental treatment.
We take time to check what’s really needed—personalized base sa case ni patient.

🦷 We’ll walk you through your options, explain the process, and give you a proper estimate after consultation—no pressure, no surprise fees. 🤍

✅ 4. Materials & expertise vary.

Some cases need high-quality materials, special tools, or longer chair time.
Don’t worry—we’ll always explain why and make sure it’s worth it. ✔

So if you're wondering kung magkano ang magagastos mo sa specific concern mo, pa-schedule ka na ng check-up or consultation. Mostly libre ang check-up sa mga local health centers, so sulitin mo na. 💕

16/07/2025

Tooth enamel, the outermost protective layer of the teeth, is the hardest substance in the human body, even tougher than bone. Made primarily of densely packed hydroxyapatite crystals, enamel is designed to withstand enormous chewing forces, temperature changes, and exposure to acidic foods.

Despite its hardness, enamel cannot regenerate. Unlike bone, it has no living cells or blood supply, which means once it’s damaged or worn down, the body cannot heal it. This makes daily oral care crucial: overbrushing, acidic diets, grinding, and neglect can all wear away this natural armor over time.

Understanding enamel’s unique strength highlights the need for its protection. Regular brushing with a soft-bristled brush, fluoride toothpaste, and avoiding excessive acid and sugar are key to preserving it. Once enamel erodes, the damage is permanent — so prevention is your best defense.

16/07/2025

Kissing lesion Vs Kissing disease ✅

16/07/2025

Children are more prone to cavities due to a combination of biological, behavioral, and dietary factors. Their tooth enamel is thinner and less mineralized than adult enamel, making it more vulnerable to acid attacks from bacteria. At the same time, children often consume more sugary foods and drinks—candies, juices, and processed snacks—which provide the perfect fuel for cavity-causing bacteria like Streptococcus mutans.

Another major factor is oral hygiene. Younger children may not brush effectively or consistently, and they may skip flossing altogether. Poor brushing habits allow plaque to build up, leading to the breakdown of tooth structure. Additionally, habits like going to bed without brushing or drinking milk or juice from a bottle at night can leave sugars on the teeth for hours, accelerating decay.

Preventive dental care, fluoride toothpaste, regular dental visits, and parental supervision while brushing can significantly reduce the risk. Educating both parents and children about proper oral hygiene and limiting sugar intake is key to protecting young smiles. Cavity prevention should start early—ideally from the eruption of the first tooth.

06/03/2025

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Maybe it's about time to visit a dentist again! 🦷✨

03/02/2025

Essix/Clear Retainer 🦷😊

18/11/2024

Thank you for trusting MRMJ Dental Clinic 😊🦷

For inquiries:

📞 0908-163-8839 (Smart)
📞 0966-609-7620 (Globe)