Editions

English Edition
Hindi Edition (हिंदी संस्करण)

Both editions have the same content and the same launch price.

About the book

Before the Toothache is a practical, patient-friendly guide to understanding dental problems before they become emergencies. It explains why dental problems can remain quiet in their early stages, how fear and delay can reduce treatment choices, and how timely prevention can protect oral health, confidence, time, money and peace of mind.

The book follows a simple message: dental care should not begin only when pain becomes unbearable. Through relatable explanations, the author discusses warning signs, routine check-ups, cleaning, small treatments, dental fear, hygiene, sterilization, choosing the right dentist, and making informed treatment decisions. It also explores how oral health can affect confidence, dignity and everyday life.

Who should read it

Adults who tend to visit a dentist only when pain starts
Families who want to build better dental-care habits
Parents who want to create positive attitudes toward dental visits
Readers who feel anxious or uncertain about dental treatment
People who want to understand preventive dental care in simple language
Anyone interested in protecting their smile and oral health over the long term

What you will learn

Why early dental problems can be difficult to notice
How fear and postponement can allow a small problem to become more serious
Why routine dental assessment and preventive care matter
How cleaning, gum care and small treatments can protect long-term oral health
What to consider when choosing a dentist
How to think about treatment options, time, cost and past dental experiences
Why dental health can influence confidence, communication, eating and daily life
How to recognise the small signals from the mouth that deserve attention

What makes this book different

Rather than being a technical dental textbook, Before the Toothache is written from a patient-first perspective. It combines professional clinical experience with practical explanations, real-world patient concerns and an emphasis on prevention. The central idea is simple: act before pain makes the decision for you.

Key highlights

Patient-friendly, non-technical approach
Focus on prevention and early action
Practical discussion of dental fear and delay
Guidance on check-ups, hygiene and small treatments
Advice on choosing a dentist and thinking through treatment decisions
Discussion of oral health, confidence and everyday quality of life
Includes a patient dental safety checklist
Written by an experienced practising dentist

Major themes and topics

Preventive dentistry · Oral hygiene · Dental check-ups · Tooth and gum health · Dental anxiety and fear · Delayed treatment · Early warning signs · Small dental treatments · Sterilization and patient safety · Choosing a dentist · Treatment planning · Oral health and confidence · Smile care · Family dental awareness · Long-term dental prevention

About the author

Dr. Rajan Bir Singh Thind is a dentist with more than three decades of clinical experience and a graduate of Government Dental College, Patiala. He has built his practice around patient trust, prevention, education and continuous learning.

He has served as Secretary of the Indian Dental Association, Ludhiana, and established Thind Dental Academy in 2016. His experience includes thousands of implant cases, smile-design cases, preventive care and treating patients across generations. He runs Thind Dental Clinic, Ludhiana, which has served patients since 1994. Through his long-running Mission Smile campaign he has taken oral-health awareness to schools, colleges and communities across Punjab.

Launch offer

For a limited time both the English and Hindi editions are priced at ₹1. You pay only the shipping charge, which is shown at checkout. For bulk orders from schools, clinics or organisations, contact us or message us on WhatsApp.

This book is for general awareness and education. It does not replace a professional dental examination or advice from your dentist.

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Before the Toothache — A Patient-First Guide to Dental Care