Tips for Keeping Your Children’s Teeth Healthy

Posted on: 22 March 2017

Losing teeth can be a big issue. It can cause difficulty with speaking and eating and can also have a negative impact on a person's appearance. There are plenty of options to address this issue including dentures, bridges, and dental implants. Which option works best will vary from patient to patient. However, dental implants are fast becoming the go to choice. There are plenty of reasons why dental implants are the best choice for replacing missing teeth.
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Posted on: 17 March 2017

Getting a comprehensive dental examination is an important part of good oral care habits, and this is something you should do twice each year. If you can't remember the last time you visited a dental clinic for an exam, you might be surprised to find that regular visits are now extremely thorough compared to how they may have been the last time you went. A comprehensive examination will include many things, including teeth cleaning, x-rays, and a fluoride treatment, but it should also include the following three things.
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Posted on: 14 March 2017

It's no secret that smoking tobacco is terrible for your health. But for some reason -- perhaps because it's something done on special occasions rather than daily -- people tend to assume that smoking hookahs is not as harmful as smoking cigarettes or cigars. Sadly, smoking hookah is terrible not only for your lungs, but also for your oral health. Here's a closer look. Why is smoking hookah so bad?
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Posted on: 10 March 2017

If you have an abscessed tooth, it will often get worse before it gets better. An abscessed tooth can result when dangerous bacteria builds up around the tooth and gum, leading to a painful lesion. This can cause bleeding, swelling, and terrible nerve pain. Regular dental care can prevent this from happening, but it is important that you treat an abscess once you have one. The following are some standard abscessed treatment options:
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