Dr. Nazia Kapdi's -Dental Innovative Centre.

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26/02/2018

Rheumatoid arthritis, fibromyalgia, and pain in the joints are conditions that can cause severe pain to the patient in addition to loss of mobility and stiffness. Over time, they can lead to disability and deformity, and possibly, even need surgery for correcting. Typically, these conditions arise because of inflammation or swelling in the affected parts of the body. Cupping therapy can work to reduce the inflammation and heal the target area. In this way, this form of noninvasive therapy is highly effective in reducing symptoms and helping ease of movement.
The discomfort and loss of mobility caused by rheumatoid arthritis, fibromyalgia, and joint pain is because of swelling in the affected areas. When the cups with vacuum are placed on these specific areas, the skin is lifted off over the muscles and organs. Fresh blood rushes to fill the space bringing with it new oxygen and nutrients. This fresh infusion not only helps to heal the swelling, but also works to carry away the accumulated toxins that cause the swelling.

Among the different toxins that cause inflammation is the protein group called cytokines that must be removed. Uric acid is yet another compound that builds up in the tissues and causes swelling. In addition to causing swelling, these elements hamper the creation of fresh collagen and proteoglycans that are the building blocks of the collagen.

Aside from blood, the vacuum also attracts fresh lymph circulation. Lymph can remove the inflammation causing toxins and bring in immune cells that assist in the healing process. Together the blood and lymph reduce the swelling and alleviate the pain the patients feel. In addition, the therapist might also recommend that the patients get lots of rest to allow the area to heal well.

25/02/2018

BRUXISM !!

05/02/2018

Why is "cupping" attracting Olympic athletes like Michael Phelps?

If 19-time Olympic gold medalist Michael Phelps does it for his health, then it’s gotta be good, right?
That’s what many are wondering after spotting cupping marks -- those purplish circles -- on the swimmer’s upper body poolside at the 2016 Olympics in Rio this week. Phelps also posted a shot of himself on Instagram being cupped last year.
Phelps isn’t the only Olympic athlete sporting the circular purple markings. U.S. men’s gymnast Alex Naddour posted a recent selfie on Instagram showing a hint of cupping bruising. And some of his teammates have tried it, too.
The aim of cupping is to relieve any blockages in the flow of energy and blood and lead to better recovery.

05/02/2018

04/02/2018

PREGNANCY AND DENTAL HEALTH !!

01/02/2018

CUPPING FOR CHILDREN

While some kids are afraid of acupuncture needles, cups seem very interesting for them to play with. They are curious about cupping therapy because cups will suck on their body through negative pressure. Like one of the children described:”They are like octopus!”

But cupping is not only interesting and attractive for kids; it also has a lot of benefits for kids. Some of the very general common effects are increase in kids’ height and weight, increase in appetite, increase in body strength against infection disease and reduction in behavioral disorders. These general effects are according to an investigation on 8000 files. In this investigation, 93% of the kids’ immune system is strengthened after experiencing cupping therapies.

There are also other effects that could be observed such as increase in remembering ability, increase in concentration and attention rate, increase in sleeping quality, and other benefits.

27/01/2018

Fluoride is a mineral that occurs naturally in many foods and water. Every day, minerals are added to and lost from a tooth's enamel layer through two processes, demineralization and remineralization. Minerals are lost (demineralization) from a tooth's enamel layer when acids -- formed from plaque bacteria and sugars in the mouth -- attack the enamel. Minerals such as fluoride, calcium, and phosphate are redeposited (remineralization) to the enamel layer from the foods and waters consumed. Too much demineralization without enough remineralization to repair the enamel layer leads to tooth decay.

Fluoride helps prevent tooth decay by making the tooth more resistant to acid attacks from plaque bacteria and sugars in the mouth. It also reverses early decay. In children under 6 years of age, fluoride becomes incorporated into the development of permanent teeth, making it difficult for acids to demineralize the teeth. Fluoride also helps speed remineralization as well as disrupts acid production in already erupted teeth of both children and adults.

21/01/2018

Why should you have orthodontic treatment?

Many people have crowded or crooked teeth. Orthodontic treatment will straighten the teeth or move them into a better position. This can improve their appearance and the way the teeth bite together, while also making them easier to clean.

Some people have upper front teeth that stick out and look unsightly. These 'prominent' teeth are more likely to be damaged, but orthodontic treatment can move them back into line. Or the way the upper and lower jaws meet can cause teeth to look unsightly and lead to an incorrect bite. Orthodontic treatment may be able to correct both of these problems.

When the teeth don't meet correctly, this can put strain on the muscles of the jaw, causing jaw and joint problems and sometimes headaches. Orthodontic treatment can help you to bite more evenly and reduce the strain.