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Dentistry for Older Teeth
As we get older, the condition of our oral health is even more important. Although there are changes in the mouth as the body ages, losing your teeth does not have to be one of them. Teeth can generally be kept for a lifetime given proper care. Drinking tap water can be beneficial for the..
read morePreventative Measures Against Tooth Decay
Preventative treatment is especially important in today’s dental world. Tooth decay is a commonly occurring problem that can be easily stopped by basic knowledge of good oral upkeep. Most people have gone to the dentist to have a cavity filled, but understanding some basic things about your mouth can prevent needing to deal with tooth..
read moreTobacco and Oral Health
Smoking causes damage to basically all parts of your body, but many people do not realize the effect it can have on Oral Health. Smoking can cause periodontal disease, delay healing of the mouth, and increases the risk of oral cancer. Additionally, it causes bad breath, and the stains that accumulate from smoking are usually..
read moreToothache? Find out why!
One of the most common tooth issues, the toothache, has a wide variety of causes and treatments. Gum, jaw, and tooth pain are sometimes confused with each other, and without the help of a professional dentist they can be very tough to diagnose. However, in a lot of cases where teeth are hurting or sensitive..
read moreWisdom tooth basics
Normally found in four groups of three, molars are sometimes accompanied by up to four wisdom teeth, or extra molars. It is possible to have more than or less than four, but most often there is one wisdom tooth behind each row of molars. Wisdom teeth develop much later in life than other teeth, often..
read moreFoods that can help your teeth
Keeping your teeth in good shape requires basic dental upkeep, but there are many minerals and vitamins that affect your tooth and gum health too. In addition to flossing, brushing, and having regular dental checkups, your diet should be diverse enough to cover the usual nutritional needs of your teeth. Vitamins A, C, and D..
read morePlaque and Tartar
Plaque, Tartar, and Cavities On the surface of the teeth there is actually a complicated, harmless biosphere of various bacteria called a biofilm, or plaque. This biofilm is a diverse collection of bacteria colonies, which are attracted to the smooth surface of the teeth. In contrast to mostly all other parts of the body, the..
read moreGnashing or grinding your teeth
Symptoms and solutions for teeth grinding Teeth grinding, or Bruxism, is the clenching, grinding, or biting of your teeth. It occurs during daytime and nighttime, resulting in cases where nighttime grinding and gnashing goes unknown. Commonly found in children, nighttime grinding and chewing on the teeth can cause sensitivity and wear on baby teeth; when..
read moreWhat if I Live Outside Town?
It can be complex without a dentist in your immediate town area. What if you live in a remote area somewhere in the country? How can you get the kind of dental care that you need? This is an important question that we explore in this next video. Take a look! Fortunately, modern medicine has..
read moreDo I have to go to a specialist?
The term “specialist” refers to a situation where the needs aren’t normal; you have “special” needs and hence the need for a “specialist”. The challenge is figuring out the difference between normal or average dental care needs and those more rare instances when we actually require something beyond that. Watch this video now to help..
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