If you would like to restore your smile by replacing the lost teeth in your mouth, you may be confused about the options available to you. There are multiple ways that your dentist can replace your missing teeth. Here are a few of them:
Dentures
Dentures are prosthetic teeth that are attached to a resin or metal plate that fits into the mouth of the patient. Since dentures are removable, a denture patient may have to become accustomed to holding the appliance in his or her mouth properly so that it does not slip or move as the patient speaks or eats. Read More»
Having yellow teeth can earn you all sorts of inglorious nicknames. Even if people are polite enough not to call attention to your yellow teeth, they may secretly be turned away from you. On a first date, an interview, or other opportunities to make a first impression, your teeth might secure your demise before you even have a chance. Fortunately, whether you smoke, are a habitual coffee drinker, or are paying the price for past lapses in dental hygiene, you should be able to whiten your teeth. Read More»
Do you suffer from chronic bad breath? Do you constantly chew gum or breath mints only to find that your bad breath returns almost immediately? There are a number of causes for chronic bad breath, but one of the most prominent is the buildup of bacteria and other debris in your mouth. That bacteria can cause gum disease and other health issues, but it can also give your breath a nasty odor. Read More»
If you have a child with Asperger’s syndrome, then taking them in for doctor and dentist appointments can be a challenge. It may be best for you to put some time into preparing them for their up and coming appointment. Here’s how you can make the appointment much easier on everyone involved, especially your child.
Don’t surprise your child with the appointment
Children with Asperger’s like to know what’s going on and keep track of up and coming plans. Read More»
If you are missing some of your teeth then you may be wondering which replacement option is best for you. While your dentist can provide you with information on the medical side of things, it will be up to you to determine whether or not they are right for you in other ways. This article will explain some of the considerations you should make when you are trying to come to a conclusion. Read More»
If you are having a bit of trouble getting your young child to take good care of their teeth, you can use a few different methods to convince them to start taking better care of their teeth. Once they start taking more initiative with their oral care, you will know they are starting good habits that will stay with them when they are adults. This article will provide you with some ideas that will help you convince your child to start taking better care of their teeth on their own. Read More»
If you have a dental crown, you need to be aware of the situations that can cause your crown to fall off. Although permanent crowns should stay in place forever, certain situations can cause your crown to pop off. In order to ensure that your crown doesn’t fall off, make sure that you don’t put your teeth in any of the following situations.
Eating Sticky Foods
If you have a dental crown, you need to avoid eating sticky foods, or at least avoid chewing sticky foods on the side of your mouth where your crown is located. Read More»
If you suspect you may need a bone graft before you obtain a dental implant or your dentist mentioned that you need one, you may be feeling fearful of this process. The truth is that you have nothing to fear because dentists and implant specialists perform bone grafting all the time - it just sounds scarier than it really is. While there are other types and methods of bone grafting, here are two simple grafts that are often performed before dental implants. Read More»
If you have a missing tooth, a dental implant may be the best option to replace it. The implant functions and looks like a natural tooth. It is even held in place by your jawbone in the same manner as a natural tooth. The components of a dental implant include a crown, an abutment, and a screw, which is inserted into the bone of your jaw. Although an implant is the closest restorative application to having your natural tooth back, a dental implant is not right for everyone. Read More»
Even if you are aware of how important oral hygiene is, it’s possible that you are doing it incorrectly and unknowingly making mistakes. Brushing and flossing are simply not enough, and there are several factors that can make your oral hygiene routine ineffective.
Brushing Too Vigorously
If you need to get the stain out of something, it usually makes sense to use more force when scrubbing. This is not true when it comes to your teeth. Read More»
