2017

Treatments For A Cracked Tooth

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If you have a fracture or crack in one of your teeth, this is something you definitely don't want to ignore. Once you have a fractured tooth it will be at an increased risk of completely breaking, as well as having other dental problems arise from it. Sometimes, it can be difficult to determine you have a fractured tooth if it is very small. In fact, the dentist may need to use a special dye on the tooth for them to be able to see it.

27 December 2017

3 Reasons To Choose A Dental Implant

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A missing tooth can seriously compromise the overall aesthetic of your smile. While there are a few different options available to you when it comes to replacing a missing tooth, making the choice to invest in a dental implant can be wise. Here are three reasons why replacing your missing tooth with a dental implant might be your best option. 1. Dental implants help preserve bone density. The bone that anchors your teeth needs to be stimulated regularly in order to remain healthy.

27 November 2017

Older Men: Why Should You Have Your Teeth Professionally Cleaned?

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To keep your teeth clean, healthy, and strong, you might use the best toothbrush you can find, or you might add more calcium-fortified foods to your diet. Although these habits are good ways to protect your teeth, they may not be enough to stop adult tooth decay. However, you can prevent tooth decay and its consequences by having your teeth professionally cleaned. What Are the Consequences of Tooth Decay? Tooth decay is a destructive dental disease that can lead to tooth loss (edentulism) over time.

6 November 2017

4 Natural Ways To Fight Back Against Receding Gums

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Receding gums are often a precursor to gum disease. If your dentist has told you that your gums are receding, there are natural steps you can take along with medical intervention to stop the development of periodontal disease. #1 Floss Every Day Flossing is a great way to get rid of the plague that builds up around and in between your teeth. When you floss, make sure that you are bringing the floss all the way down to the base of your gums, and wiggle the floss around back and forth.

9 October 2017

Teeth Stained by Tetracycline? 3 Ways to Get a Whiter Smile

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Your smile is one of the first things that many people notice when they meet you for the first time. Because of this, teeth whitening and cosmetic dentistry have become more popular than ever before. Americans spend more than $1.4 billion on average on over-the-counter teeth whitening. However, in some cases over-the-counter products are not enough to get a bright smile. This is often the case with teeth stained by tetracycline.

7 September 2017

Are Baby Teeth Really Important?

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Primary teeth, or baby teeth, might not seem that important, but they play a bigger role in your child's dental health than you realize. Therefore, taking care of them is crucial. If your child has baby teeth coming in, here is what you need to know about them and how you can care for them. Why Do They Matter? Baby teeth fall out within a few years after they first start to erupt, so some parents mistakenly believe that they are not that important.

8 August 2017

The Pros And Cons Of Zoom Teeth Whitening

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Zoom whitening is one of the fastest ways for a cosmetic dentist to whiten your teeth. A hydrogen peroxide solution is applied to the teeth. An overhead light that produces UV light is then turned on, helping to break down the solution. As the solution breaks down, oxygen is released from the hydrogen peroxide that enters the enamel of your teeth, helping to get your teeth white and bright quickly. This procedure may be repeated up to three times in an hour time period for the best results.

20 July 2017

Things That Can Erode Your Tooth Enamel

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The enamel on your teeth is extremely strong. In fact, it is the strongest material in your body. However, you want to keep in mind that this doesn't mean that it is invisible. It is still in thin layers on your teeth and therein lies the weakness that allows things like cavities and breaks to happen. There are so many ways you can erode your teeth and the more you understand how it can happen, the better your chances will be of avoiding at least some erosion and keeping your teeth healthier longer.

24 June 2017

Keeping Your Teeth For Life? 7 Problems You May Face As You Age

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Unless you're automatically going to opt for dentures by the time you reach a certain age or experience a certain number of dental issues, taking good care of your natural teeth is extremely important. With the aging of natural teeth, more and more complications may arise. Here are seven problems you may face with your own teeth as you get older and how to solve them. 1. Bleeding Gums Gingivitis and/or periodontitis are common causes of bleeding gums and they're more than just an annoyance.

5 June 2017

Signs You May Need Wisdom Tooth Extraction

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It's always important to listen to signs and signals from your body. For many people, this may come naturally with muscular aches and pains, but may tend to be ignored when the pain is in their mouth. Toothaches, jaw pain, and associated discomfort aren't normal and aren't things you're required to live with, and being aware of signs of distress is vital to maintaining your health. Below, you'll find a guide to some warning signs that your wisdom teeth may need to be extracted.

3 May 2017