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»
After your veneers were set, your dentist probably asked you, “do you have any final questions?” before sending you off. However, if you’re like most patients, you were so excited to start enjoying your new smile that no questions came to mind. After a few days of wearing veneers, however, those questions are likely to start popping up. Here’s a look at a few common ones–and their answers. Will the sensitivity to cold and hot foods last forever? Read More»
Teenagers and adults have one thing in common–they are both concerned with their appearances. Teens do not want others to make fun of them, while adults do not want others to see that they are wearing anything out of the ordinary. Braces affect teens and adults by making them more self-conscious than usual. To ease that awkward feeling, dental products now include invisible braces. However, there are two kinds of invisible braces for you to choose from. Read More»