Dr Sarjeel bhat

09/10/2026

She was only three years old. For 90 agonizing days, her parents watched her cry. Why? Because the dentist they trusted kept prescribing medication instead of actually fixing the problem.

For three months, this little girl was fed a daily cocktail of antibiotics and painkillers just to get her to sleep. When she finally sat in my dental chair, her trust in doctors was completely shattered. Looking into her terrified eyes, I couldn’t help but think of my own little girl,

What makes my blood boil isn't just the pain this child endured—it is the sheer negligence of a fellow dental professional. Instead of simply admitting they didn't have the patience, the clinical setup, or the skill to treat a toddler, this dentist chose to repeatedly write prescriptions, charge a fee, and send her home.

It took five gentle, patient visits over two days just to build enough trust to finally treat her tooth and end her nightmare in a single sitting. Parents, you cannot blindly trust a white coat when it comes to your kids. You must research, read the reviews, and demand practitioners who are genuinely equipped for pediatric care.

18/09/2026

🦷 Is it time to remove your old mercury fillings?

Dental amalgam fillings contain approximately 50% mercury. Although they were commonly used for decades, older fillings can eventually crack, corrode, leak, or pull away from the tooth—allowing bacteria and decay to develop underneath.

Removal and replacement may be necessary when:

✅ The filling is cracked or deteriorating
✅ Decay is forming underneath or around it
✅ The tooth has fractured
✅ The filling is leaking or no longer properly sealed
✅ A metal-free, natural-looking restoration is preferred

More than 150 countries have agreed to phase out dental amalgam by 2034. If you have older mercury fillings, schedule an evaluation to determine whether replacing them with a modern, tooth-colored restoration is appropriate.

Don’t wait for discomfort—damaged fillings and hidden decay may not cause symptoms until the problem becomes more serious. 🦷✨

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13/06/2026