About Dr Himanshu Arora, Grace Dental clinic

  Dr. Himanshu Arora is an accomplished dental professional with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery (B.D.S.) degree and specialized expertise in oral implantology. With an impressive 14 years of experience in the field, he currently serves as a valued practitioner at Grace Dental Clinic, located in sectors 4 and 31 of Gurgaon.

Dr. Arora completed his B.D.S. degree from the esteemed Sudha Rustagi Dental College in Faridabad, establishing a solid foundation for his dental career. In 2020, he further enhanced his skills and knowledge by successfully completing the Implantology course at Dentium Academy in Gurgaon.

Recognizing the importance of continuous professional development, Dr. Arora actively attends multiple continuing dental education courses, ensuring he stays up-to-date with the latest advancements and best practices in dentistry.

His commitment to professional excellence is demonstrated by his membership in the prestigious Indian Dental Association, showcasing his dedication to high standards and ethical practices in the dental community.

In 2020, Dr. Arora completed an intensive course on implant surgery and prosthetic procedures at Dentium Implant Institute, further solidifying his expertise in the field of implantology.

Furthermore, Grace Dental Clinic, under Dr. Arora's leadership, achieved accreditation from the National Accreditation Board for Hospitals (NABH) from 2018 to 2021, a testament to the clinic's adherence to quality patient care and safety standards.

The clinic holds the honor of being a part of the Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS) panel, as well as being associated with esteemed organizations such as Air India and Delhi Police, further establishing its reputation for delivering exceptional dental care services.

In 2023, Dr. Arora enriched his knowledge base by successfully completing an online course on Full Mouth Rehabilitation, conducted by Dr. Moez Khakiani, showcasing his commitment to staying at the forefront of dental advancements.

With a stellar track record of qualifications, experience, and continuous education, Dr. Himanshu Arora remains a prominent figure in the dental community, providing exemplary dental care and oral health solutions to his patients.

Dental fillings and MRI

Copied and pasted from elsewhere, hope it's useful for all. posting a little on the ongoing MRI safety discussion based on my recent clinical experience. I had a patient who had e gvpilepsy in the childhood and who gets an MRI scan every year to ensure everything is all right. He had come to me with a request to change all of his ‘metallic’ restorations done by a previous dentist to ceramic ones. He said that his previous MRI scan was ‘unreadable.’

I were reluctant to believe him and hence searched for literature on dental restorations and MRI/CT. There is surprisingly little research that can be found. I’ll post a paper or two that I referred to sometime later. Later, I visited a radiologist with the query about MRI/CT safety of dental restorations. Here’s a summary of what he said to me and what I read in the papers:
1. The problem with metals and MRI is not much about the metal getting pulled out of body due to the magnetic field. Cardiac arterial stents are metallic and are completely embedded in soft tissues. Nothing untoward happens, since the amount of metal is small. The problem is that the brain MRI scan images get distortions when ferromagnetic metals are present near the head, and these distortions are huge ones. The radiologist showed me scan after scan after scan wherein the distortion had tendered the MRI unreadable, just like in my patient. Except most MRIs are not planned but are required as emergency investigations, typically after a stroke. Not much can be done about pulling out the dental restorations when a patient comes in on a gurney, having suffered a massive life threatening accident. Also, due to the close proximity of oral cavity to the base of cranium, a lot of vital arteries cannot be studied, a potentially fatal flaw in the scans in elderly stroke patients, which can mean the difference between life and death.
2. Titanium is MRI safe. The problem is that most of the devices contain titanium alloys, which may have traces of ferromagnetic metals, which can interfere with the image on scan. Even so, most of the titanium devices will not render the scan unreadable.
3. The worst offenders are porcelain-fused-to-metal crowns and orthodontic brackets. But a lot of things including metal posts, zirconium restorations and some brands of composites cause unreadable scans.
4. Amalgam— surprisingly — does not cause very much distortion. Ditto with e-Max.
5. CT scans also suffer from image distortion. But with CT scans, you can simply remove the slice that contains the dental restorations and read the cranium.

So what do I do now that I know these things? Firstly, I was shocked that such a significant matter is not even remotely referred to when we study restorative dentistry. I became aware of it only when I had a patient visiting me who suffered from the ill effects of dental metals. After this episode, I checked the restorative materials I use in my clinic to ensure their MRI safety. Also, nowadays I always inform the patient about the MRI safety of whatever restoration they are getting, with  a mention of alternative materials that perform better on MRI. That way, my conscience is clear. It isn’t very easy for a patient to understand the significance of readability of MRI scan that may be needed in future in case of an accident. But I think it’s our duty to at least mention this point. Who knows, it may turn out to be the difference between life and death in some.

The radiologist I visited expressed that this topic must be taken seriously by dentists, specially since the potentially life threatening consequences are not borne by us.

And the next scan my patient underwent turned out to be readable.

We are NABH ACCREDITED DENTAL CLINIC

After an year of continuous hard work by our Doctors, visiting specialists, paradental  and housekeeping staff we are proud to announce that our Grace dental clinic has received NABH accreditation, which is a mark of distinction only a handful dental clinic in India could achieve
It is recognized as a symbol of quality, indicating that the organization meets certain performance standards, and provides an opportunity for that organization to evaluate their operation against national or international standards
We are equally thankful to our patients as well.

Want to Improve Your Smile?

See what braces, crowns, veneers, teeth whitening, bridges, implants, gum reshaping -- or even a complete dental makeover -- can do for your smile only at grace dental clinic , gurgaon.  

 Dental Bonding

Bonding is a procedure in which a tooth-colored resin is applied and hardened with a special light, ultimately "bonding" the material to the tooth to improve a person's smile. Among the easiest and least expensive of cosmetic dental procedures, bonding can repair chipped or cracked teeth, close gaps, change the shape of teeth, or be used as a cosmetic alternative to silver amalgam fillings.

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Veneers

Veneers are wafer-thin, custom-made shells that cover the front surface of teeth. Bonded to the front of the teeth, changing their color, shape, size or length, veneers can be made from porcelain or resin composite. Veneers offer a conservative approach to changing a tooth's color or shape compared to crowns, but the process is not reversible.

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Crowns

A crown is a tooth-shaped "cap" that's placed over a weak or damaged tooth to improve its shape, size, strength, or appearance. Most crowns last five to 15 years and can be made of metal, porcelain fused to metal, resin, or ceramic. Before a crown is seated, the existing tooth is filed down; then the crown is cemented over it, fully encasing the tooth. Onlays and three-quarter crowns cover the underlying tooth to a lesser extent.

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Enamel Shaping

Enamel shaping or contouring is a quick and painless process of shaping natural teeth to improve their appearance. It is generally used to correct small imperfections such as uneven teeth or teeth that are slightly overcrowded. Results can be seen immediately. Enamel shaping is often combined with whitening, veneers, or bonding.

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Orthodontics (Braces)

Braces can correct crooked or misaligned teeth, and can improve the health and appearance of anyone's smile -- adult or child. Braces work by applying steady pressure over time to slowly move teeth into alignment. As the teeth move, the bony tooth socket changes shape as pressure is applied.

Types of Braces

While metal braces are still used, braces can be as inconspicuous as you like. Brackets -- the part that attach to each tooth -- can be clear, tooth-colored, or multi-colored. They can even be attached to the back of the tooth so they are out of view. There are even "invisible" braces which use a series of clear, plastic molds to gradually move the teeth into alignment.

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Teeth Whitening

Who doesn't like a bright smile? An assortment of teeth-whitening systems is available, including toothpastes, over-the-counter gels, strips and trays, and whitening agents obtained from a dentist. But whitening isn't for everyone. It's ideal for people who have healthy, unrestored teeth and gums. Individuals with yellow tones to their teeth respond best. Talk to your dentist to find out if whitening is right for you.

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Composite Fillings

Existing fillings sometimes need to be replaced due to wear, chipping, or cracking. Many people use this opportunity to replace their silver amalgam fillings with natural, tooth-colored composites. Their reasons may be aesthetic, or concern over the safety of amalgam fillings, which contain mercury. Composite fillings tend to wear out sooner than silver fillings in larger cavities, although they hold up as well in small cavities.

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Gum Reshaping

Gum reshaping can improve a "gummy" smile in which teeth appear too short, or where the gum line appears uneven. A small amount of gum tissue -- and excess bone tissue if necessary -- is removed and contoured to expose more of the teeth. This procedure can be done to one tooth to even the gum line, or to several teeth to expose a natural, broad smile.by Dr Himanshu arora, at grace dental clinic gurgaon

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Implants

Millions of Americans suffer tooth loss, mostly due to tooth decay, gingivitis (gum disease), or injury. Dental implants -- replacement tooth roots which are made of titanium (shown at far left) -- provide a strong foundation for the attachment of permanent or removable artificial teeth (crowns). Instead of individual crowns, some patients may have attachments on their implant that support a removable denture.

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Dentures

A denture is a removable replacement for missing teeth and surrounding tissue. There are two types of dentures -- complete and partial. Complete dentures are used when all the teeth are missing, while partial dentures are used when some of the natural teeth remain.

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Bridges (fixed partial dentures)

A fixed (permanent) bridge replaces one or more teeth by placing crowns on the teeth either side of the gap, and attaching artificial teeth to them. The "bridge" is then cemented into place. A cantilever bridge is used when there are teeth on only one side of the open space. Maryland bonded bridges have porcelain teeth supported by a framework.

Gum Grafts

Tooth roots that are exposed due to gum recession may be sensitive to hot and cold foods or liquids, and they make teeth appear long. Gum recession can put you at risk of developing a cavity on the tooth root, and may lead to bone loss, eventually resulting in tooth loss. Soft tissue grafts, which move healthy gum tissue from one part of the mouth to another, can stop gum recession and bone loss and improve the esthetics of the gum line.

Smile Makeovers

A combination of dental techniques can be used to achieve a great smile. Here, porcelain veneers and crowns correct crooked teeth, an uneven gum line, and other chipped, worn, and discolored dentistry. While cosmetic dentists can make a dramatic difference in a person's smile and overall oral health, the work must be carefully planned -- though for many the elaborate and costly production is worth it in the end.

To book an appointment at Grace dental clinic, Gurgaon call:9953076985

Snoring remedies

Snoring problem

You may be among the 45% of normal adults who snore at least occasionally or you likely know someone who does.

Not only is snoring a nuisance, but 75% of people who snore have obstructive sleep apnea(when breathing is disrupted during sleep for short periods), which increases the risk of developing heart disease, Slaughter says.

try these natural solutions and lifestyle changes, which may help you stop snoring.

1. Change Your Sleep Position.

Lying on your back makes the base of your tongue and soft palate collapse to the back wall of your throat, causing a vibrating sound during sleep. Sleeping on your side may help prevent this.

"A body pillow (a full-length pillow that supports your entire body) provides an easy fix," Slaughter says. "It enables you to maintain sleeping on your side and can make a dramatic difference."

2. Lose Weight.

Weight loss helps some people but not everyone. "Thin people snore, too," Slaughter says.

If you've gained weight and started snoring and did not snore before you gained weight, weight loss may help. "If you gain weight around your neck, it squeezes the internal diameter of the throat, making it more likely to collapse during sleep, triggering snoring," Slaughter says.

3. Avoid Alcohol.

Alcohol and sedatives reduce the resting tone of the muscles in the back of your throat, making it more likely you'll snore. "Drinking alcohol four to five hours before sleeping makes snoring worse," Chokroverty says. "People who don't normally snore will snore after drinking alcohol."

4. Practice Good Sleep Hygiene.

Poor sleep habits (also known as poor sleep "hygiene") can have an effect similar to that of drinking alcohol, Slaughter says. Working long hours without enough sleep, for example, means when you finally hit the sack you're overtired. "You sleep hard and deep, and the muscles become floppier, which creates snoring," Slaughter says.

5. Open Nasal Passages.

If snoring starts in your nose, keeping nasal passages open may help. It allows air to move through slower, Slaughter says. "Imagine a narrow garden hose with water running through. The narrower the hose, the faster the water rushes through."

A hot shower before you go to bed can help open nasal passages, Slaughter says. Also, keep a bottle of saltwater rinse in the shower. "Rinse your nose out with it while you're showering to help open up passages," Slaughter says.

6. Ask your dentist

One way to treat excessive snoring and sleep apnea is to use dental or oral devices. These appliances are useful in correcting mild to moderate cases of obstructive sleep apnea. The good news is that there are numerous options for these dental devices, and a dentist can recommend one that suits the particular needs of the patient and fit it in the safest way.

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7.EPAP/ CPAP machines

 EPAP is a treatment for both snoring and sleep apnea*. EPAP works by using your own breathing to create positive pressure in the throat, keeping your airway stable and free of obstruction. Theravent is the first and only snoring aid that uses EPAP and is both clinically shown and FDA-cleared.

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Tips to protect yourself from SMOG After Diwali

What is smog?

“Smog is a dense layer of stagnant air which forms near ground level when air pollution is high it is more common in built-up cities with dense traffic or in areas near industry with high emissions.”

This harmful substance is created when sunlight reacts with gases, such as industrial emissions or car exhaust fumes, in the lower atmosphere. The high-pressure warm weather systems that we get on hot days tend to be slow moving, so they trap the polluted air at a low level in the atmosphere.

“Smog is made up mainly of ozone but it also contains other harmful substances, such as sulphur dioxide, nitrogen dioxide, carbon monoxide and PM10s (small molecules which can find their way deep into our lungs),” adds Dr Wright.

How smog affects health

Some people are more sensitive to the effects of smog and air pollution than others, including those with existing chest, lung or heart complaints. The first health signs of smog may be irritation in the throat, nose, eyes or lungs and breathing may be affected.

According to Asthma UK, about two thirds of people with asthma find that pollution triggers their symptoms. High levels of pollution have been linked to an increased risk of asthma attacks and low peak-flow readings, so it’s important for asthmatics to keep their inhalers at hand during smog attacks.

In Delhi and NCR, city smog is a regular and ongoing concern and, for those exposed to it on a daily basis, it can be more harmful to health.Two days after Diwali night, Delhi experienced low visibility due to smog on Wednesday morning as pollution levels touched hazardous limits. The PM 10 levels reached a massive 999, more than 10 times higher than the safe limit. On the other hand, PM 2.5 touched a maximum of 743, as per the air quality index.

Levels of PM 2.5, tiny particulate matter that reaches deep into the lungs, more than doubled within a few hours to 750 micrograms per cubic meter in the city's worst affected parts, India's Central Pollution Control Board said.

That is 30 times a mean guideline of 25 micrograms per cubic meter on average over a 24-hour period set by the World Health Organization (WHO), which says outdoor air pollution killed 3.7 million people worldwide in 2012.

The U.S. embassy in New Delhi said its air pollution index had late on Sunday breached the "hazardous" level upper limit of 500, at which it stops measuring levels of PM2.5. The index had rocketed to 1,126 by 2 a.m. (2030 GMT)

Research carried out at the University of California, for example, looked at the effects on nearly 450,000 people of living in highly smog-polluted cities. They found that chronic exposure to ozone and smog in areas with the highest concentrations resulted in a 25 per cent to 35 per cent greater risk of dying.

Practical steps to protect yourself

If you have respiratory problems and are affected by smog and air pollution, or are keen to protect yourself or your children from potential health effects, there are practical steps you can take.

Here are the top tips:

• Watch the weather forecast and check daily air quality reports if you live in a city or an area that is particularly congested with traffic
  
• If the air quality forecast is poor, stay indoors and keep your windows closed - or, where possible, avoid the affected areas
• Avoid exercising in smoggy conditions, particularly at midday when ground ozone levels are at their highest
• Use High quality antipollution mask, if smoggy areas are unavoidable
  
• Air purifiers installation at home is also a good Idea.
• If you’re asthmatic or have COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease), carry inhalers at all times. If smog is bad, treatment may need to be increased for a while. If you notice any rapid deterioration in your condition, consult your doctor
• If you have respiratory conditions and need to travel on smoggy days, avoid congested areas where you may get stuck in traffic jams. Road junctions can be a hotbed of exhaust emissions. Keep your windows closed
• If you’re walking or cycling to work, plan a route that avoids too many areas that are built up or congested with cars
• Keep your own emissions to a minimum. Avoid unnecessary car journeys in cities, don’t rev up or leave your engine running for a long time outside your home on cold days or when stuck in traffic jams.

Keeping an eye on air quality

If you’ve got respiratory problems and are affected by smog, it’s important to keep up to date with weather forecasts and smog throughout the year.

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Why you shouldn't sleep without brushing?

You probably already know that the American Dental Association (ADA) recommends brushing those pearly whites twice a day. You also probably know that brushing your teeth is one of the easiest ways to avoid scaring off your date.
But brushing is important for reasons beyond fresh breath. Skip a session, and you're on your way to encouraging the growth of bacterial buildup in the form of plaque, which can lead to cavities and gum diease.

"In the middle of the day, [run your tongue] across your teeth right around the gum line. You’ll find something sticky or fuzzy," "That's plaque."

Brushing, thankfully, "disrupt[s] that bacteria so it doesn't stay in place, because if left in place, it starts to attack your teeth. Plus, the longer that plaque sits in one place, the more likely it is to become tartar, "that hard, yellow, rough material you sometimes feel in between your teeth" that can cause inflammation and bleeding in the gums, Leave that untreated for too long, and you could risk losing teeth.

While there's not exactly a precise timeline of when plaque becomes risky, "you can start the process of a cavity by not brushing once, absolutely,"  especially if your occasional forgetfulness is more frequent than you'd like to admit. (We won't tell.)

However, doing a so-so job brushing can be just as bad, . That twice-a-day routine is no joke, preferably with fluoride toothpaste and a soft-bristled brush. 

Each brushing session should last about two minutes and cover all surfaces of the teeth, not just the parts we see when we smile, . The ADA also recommends flossing once a day and seeing a dentist regularly to take care of the rest (like that tartar, which only a dentist can truly clean).

Also, no cheating: Gum, mints and mouthwash are no brushing replacements. All three can give your mouth a fresher feel,  but "brushing and flossing are the only ways to effectively, physically remove the plaque."

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Opp. Ajanta public School , Gurgaon

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