Bruxism is the medical term for teeth grinding. Most everyone will have an occasional bout of this, probably without even noticing it, and that is normal. However, if teeth grinding becomes a habit, or an unconscious activity you can’t control, then you could suffer from eventual tooth damage or oral health problems due to the […]
Screenings can be scary and sometimes stressful. Knowing what to expect can help you feel more relaxed. Let’s face it, you don’t need any extra stress on exam day. Here are some tips on what to expect at an oral cancer screening exam. First Things First The dentist that you use is the most important […]
Dental sealants and dental fillings have two different purposes. Both have been designed to improve dental patients’ overall oral health, but they are not the same. Dental Sealants Dental sealants are used to prevent tooth decay. A dental sealant is a plastic-like coating that is placed on the surface of your molars where chewing takes […]
Dental X-rays are quite routine but very important for both dentists and patients. Dental X-rays help the dentist to pinpoint problem areas within the teeth and gums. Dental X-rays can help the dentist identify teeth that need fillings or filling replacement. Therefore, Dental X-rays are critical for evaluation as well as treatment purposes. Margin of […]
Your teeth deserve maintenance and hygienic treatments to improve their health and resilience against bacteria. Teeth make up an important part of a person’s hygiene practice. Just like the skin, the teeth can also indicate the age of a person. The efforts people put in to keep the skin healthy and glowing should also apply […]
A root canal is the process of cleaning out the compromised tissue, debris and contaminates and filling and sealing off the space inside a tooth which was originally occupied by the nerve or pulp tissue. The process resolves internal problems with the tooth by eliminating irritants and bacteria and stopping any infection. It also promotes […]
Our smiles are one of the ways we are seen by the world. Clean, white teeth are a sign of health and cleanliness. No one wants to smile with stained, unhealthy teeth. Understanding the different kinds of stains and discolorations is an important part of your decision in teeth whitening. Deciding to Whiten There are […]
Many different types of dental x-ray images can easily be obtained. A dentist uses various x-rays in order to look for specific problems or just to check up on the general health of the teeth of his patient. A Bitewing Radiograph is used to get an accurate x-ray of the upper and lower teeth from […]
Imagine your child is about to get his or her picture taken, and they are asked to say cheese. However, your child is too embarrassed to show his or her teeth. However with proper cleaning, your child might be able to flash a beautiful, healthy set of teeth. This illustrates how important it is to […]
A recent study shows a link between gum disease and cancer in some postmenopausal women. According to the study, there’s a 14% higher risk of older women with periodontal disease developing several different types of cancer. The study said older women with gum disease were three times more likely to develop esophageal cancer than women […]
What It Is A root canal is a comfortable and simple dental procedure that is done to restore decaying teeth. This can be performed by a dentist or a endodontist. A root canal helps you to clean out all decay from your tooth instead of getting an implant. Having a root canal is often more […]
Life gives us just two sets of natural teeth in life, and the first set is lost fairly early on in life, leaving you with one important set to take the utmost care of. Proper dental care and regular dental cleaning services for your teeth is vital. Without this, you could be one of the […]
Having cracked or chipped teeth will affect your smile, and it may negatively impact your self-confidence. The best option for repairing chipped teeth would be a dental bond. A dental bond is one of the cheapest ways to cosmetically repair your teeth, and they are also a good option when it comes to filling in […]
Nobody wants to be told they have a cavity, but when this occurs we can be left with the issue of which form of filling to use when we fill a hole in an individual tooth. The resulting issue means we must make a choice between a composite or amalgam filling material that will allow […]
Summer months bring about a whole new sense of adventure. As the heat rises, everyone lets loose a little. With so many options to consider for entertainment, exploration, adventure, and more, it’s easy to neglect dental health. Who wants to think about dental health in the middle of a camping trip or a summer bash? […]
Our discussion of supplements for improving oral health continues here today as we cover the best supplements, vitamins, and minerals for dealing with specific issues. As mentioned previously, be weary of snake oil salesmen. This includes aromatherapy, holistic medicine, and anything that has non-specific and unresearched components that make wide claims of curing dozens of […]
Everyone knows how important it is to make sure that you care for your teeth properly and on a regular basis. Did you know that your tongue needs daily care as well? Why Your Tongue Needs Cleaning There are many reasons to keep your tongue as fresh and clean as your teeth. For one, your […]
There are plenty of recommendations for the usual courses of oral health. Reminders to brush twice a day, to use floss, to use mouthwash. But what is rarely brought up are the huge amount of supplements available for treating various teeth issues. When you are looking into various recipes be very careful of snake oil […]
One of the most important parts of the human body is the teeth. If properly cared for they will serve a person faithfully for their entire life. It is not unusual to find people in their 90’s that have their original teeth even though they may have been repaired along the way with fillings, bridges, […]
Bone grafting has become a very routine procedure for dental implants in this day and age. If an individual loses a tooth, getting a dental implant is a great replacement option. Implants actually look and function in a manner similar to a regular tooth. More often than not, implants are undetectable. Just like other surgeries, […]
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