Since I had quite a few cavities when I was growing up, when I had my first child, I was determined to keep their teeth as healthy as can be. While that was easy when my daughter was young and I chose the foods she ate and brushed her teeth for her, it became more difficult as she grew older and became a more independent child. I learned a lot of tips and tricks for helping her maintain a healthy smile despite her quest for independence, and I want to share my advice on a blog to help other parents and people of all ages learn how to keep their teeth healthier than ever! My first tip is to look into dental sealants for children. Just one sealant helped keep my daughter's molars cavity-free for years!
Posted on: 14 April 2017
Visiting a dentist regularly is an important part of good oral health, but in this day and age dentists can do so much more than just fill cavities or perform root canals. Cosmetic dentists are skilled in a number of procedures that improve the appearance of your smile, while also providing benefits for the health of your teeth. There are a number of reasons to see a cosmetic dentist, such as:
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Posted on: 10 April 2017
Dealing with painful molars can be a difficult thing to do, especially if there is one on each side of your mouth. Molar pain is usually caused from there being a cavity present, but it can also stem from a dental abscess. You must keep in mind that if an abscess is responsible for the pain, your overall health can be at risk for being harmed. The reason why is due to the abscess containing pus that is full of toxins.
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Posted on: 5 April 2017
False teeth can be a lot of fun, especially for costuming purposes like cosplay or during Halloween. While false teeth are generally designed to be safe to wear without damaging your oral health, you should consider seeing a dentist before wearing them. Read on to learn why seeing a dentist before trying on artificial prosthetic teeth is so important.
Adhesive Under Gums
When you have good oral health, your gums form a tight seal around all of your teeth, preventing foreign material from getting under them.
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Posted on: 29 March 2017
If you just got new dentures, it is natural to feel a little uncomfortable or self-conscious about your new dentures. Here are three things that you can do that will help you feel comfortable in your new dentures.
#1 Use Some Denture Adhesive
Don't wait to use denture adhesive. Have your dentist recommend some different types of denture adhesives when you get your dentures and try them out right away. Denture adhesives can help your dentures feel more secure against your gums, especially if you have dentures for your lower set of teeth.
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