Have you taken a picture of yourself lately and cringed at how yellow your teeth looked? It is natural for teeth to yellow and darkens as we age. Cigarette smoking as well as drinking coffee, tea, soda, and wine can exacerbate the problem. The good news is that there is a way for you to … Continue reading Brighten Your Smile Today with Zoom Teeth Whitening
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We only have one set of permanent teeth. Once we lose them, they can only be replaced with restorations. Today’s three main options are dentures, dental bridges, and dental implants. Each of these has its own advantage and disadvantages but dentures are one of the most popular tooth replacement options today, usually because they are … Continue reading Why are Dentures so Important to Your Oral Health?
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Periodontal disease is an infection of the gums that damage the soft tissue at the center of the teeth. If it goes untreated, it can loosen the teeth and lead to tooth loss. Although quite common, periodontal disease is preventable with proper treatment and good oral hygiene. Regular trips to the dentist can help detect … Continue reading What Happens When Periodontal Disease Goes Untreated?
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The digital revolution is transforming every aspect of our day-to-day living in many ways. This includes dentistry and medicine, from diagnostic tools and prevention techniques to electronic data analysis and record keeping to revolutionary treatment methods. According to experts, technological innovation will improve and widen access to dental care, allowing same-day care that can make … Continue reading Advancement in Dental Technology Reduces Operational Risks
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For most people, oral health is not really a top priority, that is until they encounter a problem. Once dental pain or dental damage happens, you would immediately want accurate information. However, good oral health education should not just only be used in emergencies. Read on and understand the basics of dental health. Dental Health … Continue reading Dental Education and Its Necessity in Today’s Life
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Full mouth restoration might sound like a scary and intimidating thing, but this is merely a name given to a combination of restorative procedures that has the ultimate goal of returning vitality, strength, and youthfulness to your smile. A full mouth restoration is perfect for anyone who feels like their smile has seen the effects … Continue reading What are the Steps of a Full Mouth Reconstruction?
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What is a periodic check-up and why should everyone get one? The regular dental check-up that you are familiar with is different from a periodic check-up. Read on as we delve into what comprises it and what makes it different from the more common regular dental check-up. An initial dental exam is the kind of … Continue reading What is the Right Time to Visit a Dentist for Periodic Check-Up?
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Scaling is a dental procedure recommended by dentists to be done regularly particularly twice a year. However, some people have their doubts about subjecting their teeth to this treatment, despite the much evidence proving otherwise. Read on as we take a look at the myths related to scaling and the real truth behind these misconceptions. … Continue reading Can Scaling Damage Your Teeth Enamel? Know the Myths and Facts
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Do you find it awkward to smile because of your discolored teeth? It is important that we keep to aesthetics when we have artificial feelings and crowns because they rarely lose their sheen. The surrounding teeth, however, are not that fortunate because they can suffer from discoloration, making your smile look askew. Teeth have a … Continue reading Can Tooth Colored Fillings be Whitened?
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Porcelain veneers can restore a smile with discoloration, slight chips, and cracks. If you are self-conscious about how your smile looks, it might be time that you schedule a consultation with a cosmetic dentist near you. A good cosmetic dentist will help you look through your options for cosmetic dentistry, which can include porcelain veneers. Read … Continue reading Why Porcelain Veneers Are a Great Cosmetic Option?
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For many people, deep cleaning your teeth is something that’s done after a few missed dental check-ups or after eating a particularly messy and sticky meal. Deep cleaning is a procedure done by your dentist or hygienist to treat periodontal and gum disease and is usually done when a person has not had any regular … Continue reading Deep Cleaning Can Give Longer Life to Teeth and Gums
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People who had had tooth replacements will usually have concerns over dietary changes. Those who have dentures will have to avoid certain food items because they are hard to eat or it might cause the dentures to loosen up because of uneven pressure, which can be too big of a compromise for some. But those … Continue reading Is It Possible to Chew with the Same Intensity on an Implanted Tooth as that of Natural One?
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How can you tell that your toothache is just normal or something that you should be concerned about? We all know that small problems can immediately turn into big issues when left untreated. In cases of immediate toothache relief, go to an emergency dentist. Knowing when to go is also just as important. To help … Continue reading What are the Signs that You Need to Visit an Emergency Dentist?
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While some dental procedures can easily be performed with little to no anesthesia, there are treatments that might be a little too painful for the patient, or those that require the patient to be perfectly still. In these cases, the surgical dentist might necessitate sedation. Called sedation dentistry, this area of science uses pharmacological agents … Continue reading How Long Does It Take to Get Over Sedation?
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Do you want to remedy your stained teeth but are afraid of feeling any pain on the dentist’s chair? Your best bet is veneers. The right veneers offer you a quick way to a gorgeous smile. Take note, though, that veneers are an irreversible treatment, so you need to be sure of your decision to … Continue reading Are You Worried About Dental Pain and Stained Teeth? Here is the Perfect Solution
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Trauma about dental visits is a common condition, ranging from a simple preference to avoid the dentist to a full-out phobia that has a significant impact on the patient’s well-being. For instance, people with dental anxiety are more likely to have missing teeth and untreated tooth decay. These people also have a decreased quality of … Continue reading How Mental Trauma About Dental Visit Affects the Health of Teeth
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Although it is never too late to get your child’s smile evaluated, you might find yourself surprised by the recommended age a child should go to their first dental appointment. According to the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD), it is recommended that children have their first dental visit six months after their first tooth … Continue reading When Should My Child Have Their First Dental Appointment?
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Infections in the body are usually treated with antibiotics. When it comes to tooth infections, although they are partially treated using medication, a procedure called root canal therapy is needed to completely get rid of the infection. Root canal therapy removes the infection and the tissue contents inside a tooth. As you may already know, … Continue reading Can All Sorts of Toothache Problems Be Cured by Root Canal Therapy?
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Do you have a gummy smile and are insecure about it? You are not alone. In fact, 15 to 20 percent of young adults are insecure about their gummy smiles. These people have all the tricks in the book to hide it. They cover their mouth using their hand or control how high their lips … Continue reading Lip Repositioning: Secret to Magnificent Smile
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Cavity fillings are one of the earliest and most conventional forms of restorative treatments for teeth damaged by decay. Tooth decay happens when acid caused by bacteria is left of the teeth and starts feeding on and destroying the enamel. As the decay progresses, acid starts to penetrate the dentin, the middle layer of the … Continue reading How to Preserve Your Teeth with Tooth-Colored Fillings?
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Depending on the dental procedure, certain kinds of work or surgery can be extensive. The general dentist can usually perform necessary dental work without having to go to another office and without the added expense. However, many people do not really understand the value of general practitioners because their job title is unspecific. But to avoid … Continue reading What Procedures Do General Dentistry Do?
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Dental sealants are thin plastic coatings painted on the chewing surfaces of the back teeth to prevent tooth decay. Once applied, they will quickly bond into the grooves and depressions of the teeth to form a protective layer over the tooth enamel. Research has shown that dental sealants can greatly reduce the risk of tooth … Continue reading How Do Dental Sealants Prevent Cavities?
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Today, people are becoming more and more conscious of societal pressures when it comes to having the perfect smile. The lure of having pearly whites is just too hard to resist these days. The health of the tooth enamel is directly associated with the color of your smile. But what if you notice a stain … Continue reading Does Teeth Whitening Damage Your Enamel?
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If you have crooked teeth, getting braces is a great option to straighten them out and give you a beautiful smile. However, many people are hesitant to get them because braces can cause gum recession. Various studies have shown that there is a relationship between getting braces and receding gums. First, it is hard to … Continue reading Can Braces Cause Gum Recession?
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Teeth grinding or bruxism is a repetitive movement disorder where a person routinely grinds, gnashes, or clenches their teeth with their jaw muscles. This can involve the front teeth or all of the teeth and can include symptoms like headaches, facial pain, and temporomandibular joint disorder. Certain medications can increase the risk of bruxism, so a … Continue reading What Is the Cause of Teeth Grinding, and How Can It Be Treated?
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What you eat after getting a tooth extraction can affect how you feel as you recover from the procedure. While it is common to experience soreness and swelling following an oral medical procedure, many patients do not suffer so much after an extraction. All these can make chewing and eating a bit of a challenge. … Continue reading What to Eat and What to Avoid After a Tooth Extraction?
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Tooth enamel is the hard mineral calcium phosphate that protects the teeth from decay. It is the hardest tissue in the body, but it cannot regrow once it is depleted. Tooth enamel starts to deteriorate with age, dehydration, sugary and acidic foods, and accumulation of harmful bacteria. It is important to recognize if the enamel … Continue reading How to Strengthen Tooth Enamel Naturally
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Invisalign is a huge game-changer for orthodontics. This clear plastic aligner system has appealed to thousands of orthodontic patients around the world. Better aesthetics is the most appealing part of this treatment method, but this should not be the only consideration when getting orthodontic treatment. To fix some issues, other treatments like braces are more … Continue reading How Does Invisalign Fix Crooked Teeth?
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If they can, many dental patients would want to change some things to improve or even change their smile and their overall oral health. Are you one of these people? If you are, talk to your dentist about getting a full mouth restoration and see if it is a good fit for you. A full … Continue reading How Full Mouth Restoration Can Save Your Oral Health?
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All dentists are qualified to take care and maintain your oral health. However, when it is time to take your child to their first visit, you might be doubts on whether your family dentist is the right dental professional to go to. For many parents, they prefer to go to a pediatric dentist who specializes … Continue reading What’s the Difference Between a Pediatric Dentist and a Family Dentist?
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When you smile, do you see more gums than teeth? If yes, you might have what is called a gummy smile. There are various opinions about gummy smiles, though, and they can vary from one person to another. If you love your gummy smile, it is okay if you decide to do nothing about it. … Continue reading Gummy Smile: What Causes It & How is It Treated?
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Dental veneers are thin coverings that are bonded onto the tooth surface to permanently correct or change a tooth’s imperfections. It is made of composite resin or porcelain. The latter is the more popular option because they are able to resist stains. Also, they mimic the light-reflecting properties of natural teeth. Veneers can fix tooth … Continue reading What are The Pros and Cons of Dental Veneers?
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Do you feel discomfort or pain when you take a cold or hot drink or when you brush your teeth? While some people naturally have more sensitive teeth than others, if eating, drinking, and regular oral care cause you pain, this can be a sign that something is wrong. Your dentist can tell you the … Continue reading What Does it Mean if You Have Sensitive Teeth?
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Otherwise known as caries or tooth decay, a cavity is a hole in the tooth. It is an opening on the hard surface of the tooth enamel that constantly expands unless it is treated. There are many reasons why cavities develop. Usually, it is a lack of dental hygiene. Bacteria in the mouth, sipping sugary … Continue reading The 3 Types of Cavities & How to Treat and Prevent Them
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Flossing is an essential part of your oral hygiene habit. It dislodges and cleans food particles stuck in between the teeth – particles that regular tooth brushing cannot remove – reducing the number of bacteria and plaque in the mouth. Plaque is a sticky film that builds up on the surface of the teeth, contributing … Continue reading How to Floss Properly: Step-by-Step Guide to Flossing Teeth
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Do you notice a pink discoloration on your toothbrush when you brush your teeth? While an occasional small amount of blood is not necessarily a cause for concern, gums that regularly bleed during brushing can indicate the presence of diseases or changes in hormone levels, medications, dietary habits, or oral hygiene. Read on to know … Continue reading Causes of Bleeding Gums and How You Can Treat Them
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Just as there are various reasons to get a tooth replaced, there are just as many ways to fill the gap in your smile. Dental bridges are one option that you might have heard about. But are dental bridges right for you? Dental bridges replace missing teeth by attaching a false tooth to nearby healthy … Continue reading What are the Pros and Cons of a Dental Bridge?
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Advanced periodontal disease, otherwise known as periodontitis, is very common among adults, with almost half of Americans aged 30 years old and above have had it according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). This data translates to more than 64 million people with an increased risk of deep tissue infection and even … Continue reading What is Considered Advanced Periodontal Disease?
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For some people, there is only one kind of tooth filling: those that are made of silver that is very visible in the back teeth when you talk or laugh. However, there are actually several types of fillings, and the other might be a better choice for you, depending on your specific teeth and cavity. … Continue reading What is the Best Type of Filling for Teeth?
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Smiling gives others the impression that you are approachable, happy, and healthy. Having a beautiful smile can boost your confidence and even improve your teeth and gum health. People may want to get their smiles altered for many kinds of reasons, including filling gaps, improving chewing, or improving the health of gums and teeth. Have … Continue reading What Does a Smile Makeover Consist Of?
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According to a recent report, Americans spend over 1 billion dollars on teeth whitening and tooth cavity treatment products every year. These products might be able to whiten teeth, but they can also damage them because they are made out of a boatload of chemicals, which can spoil or stain your smile. But if you … Continue reading How Long Does It Take to Whiten Teeth Naturally?
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Good oral hygiene is important in keeping teeth and gums healthy. It involves habits like brushing twice daily and regularly going to dental checkups. However, dental health is more than just cavities and gum disease. According to research, there is an association between your mouth and your overall health. Without proper treatment, gum problems and … Continue reading Dental Care Tips to Improve Your Oral Hygiene Routine
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Children get their teeth at different times, but the first ones usually appear once they reach 6 to 10 months. There are cases, however, when teeth appear as early as three months, while others do not arrive until they are a year old. Consequently, baby teeth can arrive in any order, although the central bottom … Continue reading Best Way to Clean Toddlers Teeth
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Teaching your kids good oral care and dental hygiene from a young age is essential in preventing tooth decay. Today, we are seeing a rise in tooth decay cases among children, with more than 30 percent experiencing tooth decay in their primary teeth. The further bad news is that about 10 percent of these cases … Continue reading How to Teach Kids about Oral Health?
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Do you have a sweet tooth but need to hold back on the sugar? Artificial sweetener is a great alternative for you. With sugar-free gum, diet sodas, and other artificially-sweetened food and beverages available practically anywhere, you would think that you are doing your teeth a favor by choosing them over their sugar-filled counterparts. However, … Continue reading Do Artificial Sweeteners Affect Teeth?
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You might not know it but about 70 million people suffer from digestive issues. Digestive problems can range from constipation to acid reflux to irritable bowel syndrome. Some of its common causes include eating too quickly and not chewing food properly. The mouth plays a crucial role in the digestive process since this is the … Continue reading Can Bad Teeth Affect Your Stomach?
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If your teeth are not as white as you want them to be, or as white as what they used to be, there are several remedies to whiten them. It is hard to get overwhelmed and confused with the dental whitening market, so it helps to know all the options available to determine what will … Continue reading What is the Best Way to Whiten Your Teeth?
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Just like the rest of your body, your mouth and your teeth are constantly changing. It might seem surprising, but you probably have noticed that one or two of your teeth are not positioned where they used to be. It helps to understand what happens in your mouth and face so you know what to … Continue reading Is It Normal for Your Teeth to Move?
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