Fighting with fears and phobias

The way Pakistani people have been raised and brought up is different than the west. During the childhood years, kids are afraid of being scold by their parents for doing minor mistakes. The outcome is that they hardly experiment new things because they are not appreciated for bringing creative ideas. Even in the schools, there is no any proper learning system for these children where they can explore new things, create new ideas and where they are given space for learning on their own. They are just forced to read their course books, ratify the notes and follow the homework deadlines. When a child returns home, he is again pressurized to complete his homework and study to secure position among others. I don't understand why in our society position holder students have been treated extraordinary and an average student is being dejected. We need to understand that every child is different. Some are academically strong, some are good at sports, some love arts, some love music and some like doing new experiments. You have to treat each of them equally and appreciate for what they are doing. Give them their space to grow and you will ultimately realize that they have talent in subject of their own interest. Unfortunately, we as parents do not allow them to grow according to their wishes and brainwash them to act according to our instructions. When they grow up they become professional doctors and engineers, hold good labels and posts but they actually do not enjoy their work due to which they become frustrated and unhappy. It is more important that they enjoy what they do and only then they become more successful. Alas! many of them are not working according to their choices and many don't know about their interests. They are just going with the flow and pursuing their career without knowing their destination. We cannot blame solely on our parents but actually the system of our society needs to be changed.

I think parents should motivate their kids to do every kind of activities rather than focusing only on their studies. Kids should be encouraged to attend summer camps, computer programs, sports activities along with studies. In schools, there should be credits for extra curricular activities and teachers should observe the child's interest individually. 

The other crucial factor which become an obstacle in our way of success is "FEAR". Parents should not scold their kids for doing minor mistakes because the fear of doing mistakes makes man dastard and he could not be successful and this will remain in his personality for the rest of his life. A person could only be successful when he commits mistakes and learns from them. But fear in advance of doing mistakes make person stagnant. We should focus on changing our schooling system in a better way  and then we will find our new generation more courageous, bravado, and strong.

Love God, Love humanity, Love yourself.

How to overcome patient's fears or phobias for dental treatment.

I am myself a dentist and i have encountered a number of patients who are afraid of dental treatment or procedures. It is very important that to deal these patients gently and politely. There are certain tips that I want to share with you that helped me overcoming my patients fears from needles, drills, files, probe and sometimes only the sound of triple syringe :) .

1. Always be on time , do not let your patient wait for long intervals between appointments. This will increase their level of stress and anxiety. Try to give appointments to new and nervous patients in advance.

2. Always introduce yourself to your patient first and then ask about her bio data in a very polite and friendly way. Do not rush towards knowing the patient complaint and his clinical examination. Wherever possible keep the conversation flowing about daily life stuffs.

3. After building friendly environment, ask about his concern and his reason for visiting you. You really need to listen all the patient story with patience . In this way you will get the clues about patient fears, his triggers, his past bad experience of visiting dentist and then u can find a way to deal with his fears. Ask questions from patient in a manner that you are here to help him finding the solution to his problem.

4. After all the question answer session, Ask patient if he is comfortable enough to let me look into his teeth ? Tell him about the dental unit that it will move like a swing and he will enjoy it.

5. It is very important that all the sharp instruments should be out of sight of the patient. Before putting the dental mirror , assure patient that it will not cause any pain or discomfort. If you sense that the patient is in any kind of discomfort however mild, stop and remind them that it is OK to raise a hand at any time. Remember that some patients have fears or histories that prevent them from actually doing this even if you give them permission. So respond to a raised hand immediately but don’t rely on it.

6. You have to be very honest with your patient before doing any treatment. You must have to inform the expectations of the treatment done, you have to tell about different options and its cost and about multiple visits if necessary for that treatment. In this way your patient will build trust and confidence on you.

7. Some patients are not interested about what dentist doing while others are very picky and ask every minor details. In either way communication is the key of helping nervous patients. Sometimes a slow music in the clinic setup is very helpful in making patient's mind relax.

8. Give frequent breaks to your patient. Let patient breathe , give them chance to move and spit if required. This might waste your precious time and you may do few patients a day rather than hundreds but those patients will be very happy and satisfied with your work in the end. This reminds me of my teacher words " Its the quality that matters not the quantity ".

9. Last but not the least , treat patients as a whole rather than confining yourself with only oral cavity. It means you should know about his medical status , drug allergies, past dental visits etc. Also you should take proper measures of sterilization to prevent cross infection. Moreover treat every patient as a human respecting his emotions and concerns even if its a minor thing for you.

Love God, Love humanity, Love yourself

WHAT MAKES HEALTHY TEETH OF YOUR BABIES?

It is very important to realize that crowns of all teeth are formed inside the tooth buds before birth and its is during that time mother should take healthy diet which is vital for strong teeth. Among the food elements Calcium and Phosphorus , Vitamin D , Vitamin C are essential.

Flouride in a minute amount in the water ( 1 ppm ) is crucial for children when the permanent teeth are about to erupt ( at 6yrs) . In those parts of world where flouride is not incorporated in water, it is vital to recommend flouride in tooth paste or formulations to help prevent the decay. But always remember that excess flouride is also dangerous so its quantity should be strictly checked by Public Health services.

Another thing that should be kept in mind is your baby should never put to bed and fall asleep with a bottle of juice or milk because it gives bacteria to enjoy producing lactic acid and destroy enamel by creating holes. So always keep the gum pads of your children clean by using wet cotton pads.

It is recommended that babies teeth to be brushed or at least properly cleaned with wet towel when the first tooth erupt in the mouth that is around at the age of 6 month. Parents usually neglect to clean the milk teeth thinking that they will ultimately fall down and new teeth will replace them. It is very true that new teeth will replace the old milky teeth but milky teeth are the basic guide for proper eruption of permanent teeth. If you didn't take care of your primary (milk) teeth then they will fall off before time and leads to later crowding of your child permanent teeth.

Proper Dental checkups should also be done every 6 months so that early caries can be prevented by giving pit and fissure sealants , to restore the carious teeth with GIC, to correct the detrimental effect of certain habits on the positioning of teeth, those include thumb sucking, tongue thrusting and mouth breathing. Moreover, growth modification appliances can be used if your child has under developed lower jaw and head gears can used to restrict the over growth of upper jaw.

Having good and healthy teeth boost your child confidence and help him to spread the smile of life.

Love God, Love humanity and Love yourself.

Air Abrasion

Many people avoid going to a dentist because they had at least one very painful procedure in the past and after that they start believing all dental procedures are painful.
Air abrasion technology is advantageous for those who hate dental drills and needles. It is primarily used to treat small to medium sized cavities, preparing teeth for dental sealants and also for removing stains on teeth. It is ideal for placement of composite fillings ( white resin fillings).
How It works?
Air abrasion works by blowing 27 micron aluminium oxide powder using compressed air through very fine tips. Some devices add water to the powder stream ( hydro abrasion). When powder stream hits the tooth if removes the surface it is pointing at in a very gentle and efficient way. The concept of air abrasion originates decades ago but only recently has advances in technology.

ADVANTAGES :
Air abrasion is a conservative nature of procedure where only small amount of tooth is removed at a time. No need of anaesthesia and patients like the near absence of voice and vibration. All that is left after treatment is small residue of powder that can be suctioned later or it can be prevented using rubber dam. It is ideal treatment for anxious patients and small children.

ABORTION OF A BABY GIRL

Have u ever thought about the biggest sin followed by many people in our society? Yes, I am talking about the intentional abortions of baby girl that is being carried out by uneducated mothers. They think that a girl is more of a liability for them because of the Dowry system running in our society( that is family of a bride has to give huge amount of material things for the girl survival )while boys will earn for them and his wife will bring all the goods.How pathetic our society traditions are and even the people who are promoting these traditions. I feel so pity on those mothers who are not courageous enough to fight against their own husband or their family for such a cruel act. I realy wanted to ask these women if they feel so inferior or worthless that they don't want to be responsible for bringing up their baby girl into this world??. India, pakistan, China and in many countries, sex selective abortion is being carried out and therefore many doctors usually refuse to inform about child sex to their own parents. Those parents doesn't know that infanticide is a big sin ?? . Actually they are no less than a murderer. I want to ask those mothers where does your motherhood goes when you are ready to do such a horrible crime?? Don't you ever feel before aborting your baby that inside your tummy she was so excited for her existence into this world, she also wanted the same love and importance of her individuality, she also dream to make her mom and dad happy, she must be having hopes of wearing beautiful pink clothes and rubber bands, she also wanted to be your fairy. But Alas! ....Those parents killed all her hopes and desires with her, How sad!


Moreover i also want to emphasize that in Islam it is strictly prohibited as its written in Quran " You shall not kill your children in fear of poverty. We provide for them as well as for you. Killing them is gross offense." (17:31). Moreover, Holy prophet (SAW) condemned the unequality of gender, he hated the dowry system and loved simplicity. Infact from Islamic history the girl had right to ask for man's possesion but Holy prophet (SAWW) even didnt see all this for her very lovable daughter Fatima (RA) marriage who got married with Ali (RA) who was himself a poor guy. But their is no such islamic history which obliged girl's parents to give enormous goods or gold that they hardly afford. I would like to request young girls to stop this tradition of jahez (dowry), fight for your rights, fight for wrong things happening in our society otherwise you will end up in killing your innocent babies. Condemn this illegal sin and don't promote it under pressure of these customs and traditions. Boys and Girls are equal and its the duty of every daughter to take care of their parents the same way as their sons do, so that they don't get this feeling of regret of having daughters rather than sons. Stop hating your own existence, stop hating your own gender. I would also like to tell those boys who are so inhuman that they beat up their wives if they give birth to a duaghter rahter than son that you are unfair . Let me tell you a scientific fact that genes on male chromosomes determine the sex of the baby so they are blaming their wives for no reason. It is very unsympathetic that If you are blessed with son you feel proud and if you are made parents of a daughter you feel guilty in this society. Don't hate female gender because your mother is also a female and heaven lies in her feets.
I would like to appreciate those people who are with me and want to make this world beautiful with no hate, no difference of sex,gender,colour and race. I would like to request you that its now your duty to educate people as much as you can so that no baby girl will be killed before birth, no daughters will be differentiated or criticized on their existence and no woman will be beaten on giving birth to a baby girl.


Love God, Love Nature, Love Humanity

hcg DIET PLANS FOR WEIGHT REDUCTION

Human Chorionic gonadotrophin ( hcg) diet is being used these days for weight reduction in United States by many people and is gaining popularity in the entire world. Its actually a hormone which is formed in pregnancy for the maintenance of Corpus luteum and to provide proper nutrients to developing bany.
In the weight reduction plan, they use small injections daily (125 IU to 200 IU ) which results in 1 to 2 lb loss per day and if it is used with very low caloric diet intake ( VLCD) i.e. 500 calories per day ,then results are absolutely guaranteed. hcg shots help hypothalamus ( present in our midbrain that helps to control apetite and satiety) to mobilize the fat stores from our body and when one is taking low calories already ( 500 calories a day) then much of our fats will be mobilized and used by body to burn it to make fuel for energy.
But remember!! hcg is not recommended by FDA ( food and drug Administration) for weight loss. The original diet that was introduced by Dr. Simeons with its extreme caloric restriction ( 500 calorie) is not approved because it results in weight reduction without any exercise which results in loss of lean body mass including muscles and tissues that are source of protein in our body. hcg is only approved for fertility treatment but not for weight reduction.
SIDE EFFECTS : Headache, restlessness, irritability, depression, slight water retension, tenderness of breast, swelling at injection site. Some rare side effects include development of rare ovarian hyperstimulation in females.
The newer diets are being introduced which are safer but again there are always side effects and my personal view is "its better to follow the natural ways for reducing your weight eg. Exercise, healthy way of life, yoga, eating low fat diets, low carbohydrate diet, intake of enough fiber and fruits and vegetables. They might be slow and will not give quick results but are better in long run. Moreover, indulge yourself in creative activities and some research work
to distract yourself from eating. Do not acquire a sedentary lifestyle even if you are housewife. Buy a tradmill , do brisk walk in the fresh air, Pray five times to keep your body active and last but not the least eat for survival not survive for eating :) and even if all these things do not help you reducing your weight then do not worry and never stop effort. Keep on maintaining healthy life style and accept the fact that you are fat but not unhealthy. Love yourself , love people and Love God.

May God Bless All of us and help us to live healthy, wealthy and wise.

Stress and tension has become the part of the society

Why do we stressed out so much?

Common question raise in every body's mind and how to get rid of it? .

The most important element of stressful life is "competition with peers leading to envy and jealousy". We do not focus on the little things that make us happy rather we work on making our external impression on people and surroundings. Why can't we live a life according to our wishes and beliefs? why are we compelled to do what is important in eyes of society ? Why are we afraid of people rather than from God?

Actually we have indulged ourselves into this materialistic world and our desires are revolving around them. We search for every new thing in the market just to show off and get name and fame in society. Every luxury has now become a necessity for us. Did you ever think that for whom we are doing all this?

For living a happy life we do not need a mansion or million dollars to buy fancy cars or diamonds. It is enough to have a small house where people love each other, a vehicle to ride, small amount of money that is earned by fair means to fulfill our desires. Human beings are greedy by instincts and if we feed the greedy lion, we desire more. If we become a multi millionaire even then we look at those aspects of life that are not fulfilled. No one is made perfect in this world, but always keep in mind that sorrows never lasts for a long. Every dark brings light and time never remain the same. We should never loose our patience in rough times and keep moving ahead. Live for yourself and for those who love you. Do not go with the flow but instead try to change the environment for betterment. Respect people's belief and thoughts, be original and try to enjoy every bit of moment. Do exercise daily and breathe in fresh air, meditate and be simple at heart.
Trust on yourself and keep strong faith in God :)

Please share your views and comment how do you  manage stress?

How to get rid of yellow teeth

Yellow and discolored teeth indeed look pretty disagreeable and they are source of embarrassment in society। Bright smile give beauty to your face and people who have discolored or yellow teeth often do not smile to offset their       unpleasant teeth.

Before I will tell you the treatment options for yellow teeth , you should know what are those factors that are causing your teeth look yellow.

1. Some people have yellow teeth from birth (originally yellow). If you belong to this category you don't need worry about anything because your teeth aren't diseased. All you have is defective enamel (outer layer) mineralization defect and the second layer which is yellow coloured called dentin is showing off from thin enamel.

2. SMOKING: I don't understand why people smoke?? Its more of a fashion in teenagers and adults but they don't know the long term harms of this crappy thing. People who smoke often have ugly teeth that are brown to black in colour which is because of nicotine(component of cigarrete) that makes salivary pH acidic. No argument , smoking is indeed a major cause of tooth yellowing as well as discoloration.

3. TEA and COFFEE : Excessive intake of tea and Coffee causes extrinsic staining and yellowing of teeth over a period of time because it contains color imparting substances.

4. BAD ORAL HYGEINE : Most of you do not take care of your teeth as much as your skin,hairs,nails etc. Your teeth also need some time to care for them. If you do not brush them properly then they will ultimately appear yellow so no matter how tired you are always brush your teeth before going to bed and also between meals.

5. BEVERAGES and ENERGY DRINNKS: Avoid taking lots of carbonated drinks as they are very dangerous for your teeth, they are corrosive in nature and make your teeth weak and brittle and once they become weak they acquire extrinsic pigmentation easily. Use Mineral water instead of harmful drinks.

6. AGING: As u grow older your enamel wear down due to attrition and underlying dentin appears yellow. Moreover with age people do not take care of their teeth and their bad oral hygeine causes teeth to appear yellow.

7. SYSTEMIC FACTORS : Diabetes mellitus , Congenital porphyria, Amelogenesis imperfecta, Dentinogenesis imperfecta all of them leads teeth to become brittle, porous and less mineralized leading to yellowing with time.

8. SWIMMING: It is not a very major factor but some research has shown that swimmers have weak teeth becausa of high chlorine content in swimming pools which might cause teeth to become brittle and yellow.

9. ATTRITION, ABRASION, EROSION : Do not use your teeth for opening cans and packages. Also people living in rural areas eat hard sugarcane that causes attrition(wearing off enamel). Do not insert needles, pins, pencils between your teeth because this habit again causes fragile teeth.

Improper brushing technique (horizontal brushing) causes abrasion so avoid it.

Excessive vomiting in people who have anorexia nervosa/bilimia nervosa causes erosion which is chemical wearing of teeth (this is usually seen in teenager girls who have fear of gaining weight even if they are underweight and for doing it they vomit out forcibly after taking meal).

TREATMENT OPTIONS:

1. Bleaching and whitening

2. Crowning if one or two teeth affected

3. Porcelain Veeners

4. Composite Veneers

5. Laser technology/treatment