5 Dental Care Tips for Toddlers All Parents Should Know
It’s pretty much a given that if you don’t take good care of your teeth, you will start facing dental problems and might even up losing a few teeth too. Well, the older you get, the more difficult it gets to reverse the damage, so it’s best that you get your kids to start taking […]
Tobacco Use and Your Oral Health
Smokers already have a lot to worry about. Tobacco reportedly kills about 6 million people each year. Tobacco use, especially cigarette smoking, has been linked to cancer, lung disease, and cardiovascular disease. Aside from these serious illnesses, tobacco is also responsible for its negative effects on oral health. Below are just a few of the side […]
Common Dental Concerns
Many people have fears or concerns about going to see a Dentist. Here are a few: Do I need teeth whitening? Teeth whitening uses a bleaching product or an abrasive to make teeth whiter. Teeth whitening is not a medical procedure, it is purely cosmetic. It can help you feel better about your appearance. Some stains […]
What is basic dental care?
Basic dental care will involve brushing and be flossing regularly, and be seeing your dentist for regular checkups. Also, you will need to make sure you eat foods that are healthy as they can contribute to your dental health. Why is it important? Prevents gum disease. Prevents tooth decay. Shortens the time you have to […]
What is malocclusion?
Malocclusion means having crooked teeth, or poor bite. The “Bite” is the way your upper and lower teeth line up. Very few people have a perfect bite. It actually quite normal for your upper teeth to sit slightly over your bottom teeth. The majority of the time, malocclusion is only a cosmetic problem. It might […]
5 Bad Habits that will wreck your teeth
Chewing on ice It’s natural and sugar-free, so you might think ice is harmless. But munching on hard, frozen cubes can chip or even crack your teeth. And your chomping can also irate the soft tissue inside a tooth, causing toothaches. Hot foods and cold foods may trigger quick, sharp jabs of pain or a […]
What are Dental Veneers
Dental veneers are wafer-thin, custom-made shells of tooth-colored materials designed to cover the front surface of teeth to improve your teeth’s appearance. The shells are bonded to the front of the teeth changing their shape, color, size, and length. Dental veneers can be made from porcelain or from resin composite materials. Porcelain veneers resist stains […]
Types of Dental Procedures
What should you do when you have a toothache? Do you know what kind of dental work you need? Most people do not know what kind of dental procedures their dentist can provide for them. There are many different types of dental procedures. There are dental procedures available to whiten your teeth, straighten, and fill […]
Healthy Teeth Tips for your Family
There are many reasons to keep your Family’s teeth and gums healthy. Beautiful smiles, being able to chew their food, avoiding toothaches and discomfort are just a few of the reasons. There are simples ways to keep your family’s oral health a top priority. Start children early. Despite the great improvement in cavity prevention, 25% […]
6 Easy Dental Tips
Soft Bristled Toothbrushes Soft-bristled brushes are best for beginners because they not cause a gingival recession. Discard Brush After Sickness Toothbrushes can have a microbial build-up Don’t Brush too Hard Over-brushing erodes enamel and irritates the gums. After a time it can increase sensitivity. Handle Shapes Don’t Matter The neck of the brush has little […]
