Samreen Arbab

Diabetes affects 27% of Pakistani adults. Gum disease affects up to 98%. Nobody is connecting these two numbers - and patients are paying for it.

Gum infection and diabetes feed each other in a loop. Infected gums spike blood sugar. High blood sugar worsens gum infection. Treating one without the other means you're only solving half the problem.

The research backs this - treating gum disease has been shown to improve HbA1c levels. If you or someone in your family is diabetic, a dental check isn't optional. It's part of the treatment plan your endocrinologist isn't giving you.
Comment 'D' if someone in your home is diabetic - I'll tell you exactly what to get checked.

In 2019, the same bacteria found in diseased gums was discovered in the brains of Alzheimer's patients. This isn't a theory. It's peer-reviewed research published in Science Advances - and almost nobody in Pakistani dentistry is talking about it.

Your mouth is not separate from your body. It never was.

Follow for dental research that actually matters.

Would you know if a dental clinic is following proper sterilisation protocols?

Before any dental treatment, make sure you're checking these 3 essential things:

✅ Instruments are opened from a sealed sterilisation pouch
✅ Fresh gloves are worn in front of you
✅ The clinic uses a proper autoclave for sterilisation

These simple checks take less than 10 seconds, but they can make a huge difference when it comes to your safety and health.

At Dental Stories, strict sterilisation protocols aren't optional - they're our standard. Every patient. Every visit.

Have questions about our safety protocols or dental treatments? Send us a DM or book your appointment today.

Did you know that dental amalgam fillings contain approximately 50% mercury?

For decades, amalgam (silver fillings) has been used because it's durable and cost-effective. However, global health organizations are increasingly encouraging a transition toward mercury-free alternatives.

If you already have amalgam fillings, there's no need to panic. In many cases, they can continue to function well for years. However, if you need a new filling, it's worth discussing modern tooth-coloured composite options with your dentist.

At Dental Stories, we believe in providing mercury-free, tooth-coloured composite restorations that blend naturally with your smile while preserving healthy tooth structure.

Have questions about your existing fillings or treatment options? Send us a DM or book a consultation today.

Most people ask about the dentist.
Almost nobody asks about the material going inside their body permanently. 🦷

At Dental Stories, we believe patients deserve transparency.
That’s why Dr. Samreen uses calcium-based sealers for root canals — a more advanced, research-backed option with lower cytotoxicity compared to traditional ZOE sealers.

Because what goes inside your tooth matters. Permanently.

DM us to learn more about the materials we use before your treatment. 💬