Dental world is witnessing a lovely merger of consumerism and dental necessities. Trends are being created and developed in short span of times often masking the difference between luxury and needs. Following the trends is an important facet of our lives while ignoring the danger coming in tow with it. Dental grills are the new fascinating entry into our lives. Grills, also called “grillz” or “fronts,” are decorative covers often made of gold, silver or jewel-encrusted precious metals that snap over one or more of their teeth. Grills are generally removable but some have tried to make it permanently attachable.

Some grills are made from non-precious (base) metals that may cause irritation or metal-allergic reactions. Teeth pain might occur due to the wrong practise while applying the dental grills. Any product use is often accompanied by proper practises.

1)      Food and other debris often gets trapped between the teeth and the grill allowing bacteria to collect and produce acids.

2)      The acids can cause tooth decay and harm gum tissue.

3)      There also is the potential for grills to irritate surrounding oral tissues and to wear the enamel away on the opposing teeth.

4)      It can be a contributing factor to the rise of cavities.

5)      Discoloration of teeth is a possibility as well as the rise of gum diseases like gingivitis or periodontitis.

Precautionary steps to be undertaken:

• Limit the amount of time wearing the grills thus avoiding the long lasting damage to the teeth.
• Remove the grills before having any food.
• Clean the dental grills on a regular basis to remove bacteria and food debris.
• Consult the leading dental experts like the Focus Dental Care in Hyderabad to understand its use.
• Ascertain the material used in the making of grills.
• Avoid making grills a breeding point for bacteria.

No matter how much the trendy is dental grills, it can never wipe out the benefits of pearly white teeth. Not everything in internet or magazines is trendy or attractive, ascertaining the benefits are crucial to our dental healthcare and well-being.