Dentworks Dental Clinic

28/05/2026

15 years of serving the Generals and will continue to serve you. Thank you for all the patients who continue to support us. Thank you God for everything. Godbless everyone.

04/05/2026

15/04/2026

Braces can fix your teeth alignment—but without proper care, they can increase the risk of cavities and gum disease.

Orthodontic brackets create plaque traps around every tooth. If cleaning isn’t precise, bacteria build up along the gumline and around brackets, leading to early white spot lesions (demineralization), cavities, and inflamed, bleeding gums. What may look like “just stains” during treatment can become permanent enamel damage once the braces are removed.

That’s why oral hygiene during braces matters more than ever. Cleaning around brackets, between teeth, and along the gums isn’t optional—it’s what protects your enamel while your teeth are moving. Straight teeth are important, but keeping them healthy is what truly defines a successful result.

06/04/2026

Our clinic is open to serve you. You may call or text our number 09107197256 for appointment.Thank u

31/03/2026

Close from
april 1-4,2026
as we celebrate the lenten season

30/03/2026

A small cavity can silently turn into a serious health threat.

Most people think tooth decay is minor.
Just a hole. Something that can wait.

It’s not.

A cavity is actually a bacterial infection — and under the right conditions, it doesn’t stay in your tooth.

What often begins as a tiny, painless spot can gradually spread deeper, reaching the inner part of the tooth where nerves and blood vessels are located.

At this stage, the infection is no longer contained.

▪️WHAT A CAVITY REALLY IS

It’s not just damage.
It’s an active infection.

Oral bacteria feed on sugars and release acids that slowly break down enamel — the strongest substance in the human body.

Once enamel is breached, bacteria move into dentin and eventually reach the pulp.

That’s when things change.

▪️WHEN IT STOPS BEING “JUST A TOOTH PROBLEM”

As the infection reaches the pulp, it can form an abscess — a pocket of pus that can spread beyond the tooth.

From there, bacteria may:

• Spread into the jawbone
• Invade surrounding facial and neck tissues
• Enter the bloodstream

And once bacteria enter circulation, the risk becomes systemic.

▪️SERIOUS COMPLICATIONS THAT CAN FOLLOW

Untreated dental infections have been linked to:

• Infective endocarditis — infection of the heart lining or valves
• Deep neck infections that can affect breathing
• Brain complications in severe cases
• Sepsis, a life-threatening whole-body response to infection

These are not rare myths.
They are well documented in medical science.

▪️WHY MANY PEOPLE MISS THE WARNING

Early cavities are usually silent.

No pain. No clear signs.
Nothing that feels urgent.

By the time pain appears, the infection is often already advanced.

Waiting until it hurts is one of the most common — and risky — delays in dental care.

▪️PREVENTION IS SIMPLE — BUT IMPORTANT

• Brush properly, especially before sleep
• Clean between teeth daily
• Limit frequent sugar intake
• Visit a dentist regularly — even without pain

Early treatment is simple.
Delayed treatment can become complex — and sometimes dangerous.

Don’t ignore a cavity.
It’s more than just a hole.

▪️ This content is for educational awareness and does not replace professional dental advice.

26/03/2026

We will be open until march 31,2026 then resume on april 6,2026 as we celebrate the Lent season

15/03/2026

Most babies start getting their first teeth around 6 months of age, and by about 2½–3 years, the full set of 20 primary (baby) teeth is usually present.

Here is the typical timeline of baby tooth eruption:

• Lower central incisors – usually appear first, around 6–10 months
• Upper central incisors – erupt around 8–12 months
• Upper lateral incisors – appear around 9–13 months
• Lower lateral incisors – erupt between 10–16 months

• Upper first molars – usually come in around 13–19 months
• Lower first molars – erupt around 14–18 months

• Upper canines (cuspids) – appear between 16–22 months
• Lower canines – erupt between 17–23 months

• Lower second molars – usually appear between 23–31 months
• Upper second molars – the last to erupt, around 25–33 months

Every child develops at a slightly different pace, so a variation of a few months is usually normal.

By the end of this process, most children have their complete set of 20 baby teeth, which play an important role in chewing, speech development, and guiding permanent teeth into the correct position.

21/02/2026

That hard layer on your teeth is not just tartar. It is a bacterial reservoir.

Dental plaque is a living biofilm. Within hours after brushing, bacteria begin attaching to the tooth surface and forming structured colonies. If not removed properly, this soft biofilm absorbs minerals from saliva and hardens into calculus. Once it becomes calculus, it cannot be removed by brushing alone.

Inside that hardened layer, millions of bacteria continue to survive and multiply. They produce acids that weaken enamel, leading to dental caries. Along the gumline, they trigger inflammation — first gingivitis, then periodontitis if left untreated. Over time, this inflammation destroys the supporting bone around teeth.

The impact does not stop in the mouth.

Inflamed gums bleed easily. During chewing or brushing, bacteria can enter the bloodstream. Repeated low-grade bacteremia and chronic oral inflammation have been associated in research with increased systemic inflammatory markers, cardiovascular risk, poorer glycemic control in diabetes, and other systemic complications.

Professional teeth cleaning (Scaling) is not cosmetic.
It is infection control and inflammatory load reduction.

Oral biofilm is a medical issue, not just a dental one. Regular professional cleaning and daily plaque control are preventive healthcare — for your mouth and for your body.

◾Disclaimer: This post is for educational purposes only and not a substitute for professional dental advice.