2016

The Gummy Truth: The Symptoms Of Periodontal Disease and Homemade Solutions That Can Treat Them

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Periodontal disease is common in almost half of the American adult population. That’s over 64 million adults! Once you are in the early stages of gum disease, you will notice signs such as bleeding, inflammation and swelling in your gums. Your gums will become tender and the tissue will slowly begin to deteriorate. If you do not treat the condition soon enough, you may start losing your teeth. Regular dental checkups will put your mouth on the road to recovery; however, there are several remedies you can use at home that will help treat the symptoms while you are healing.…

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Tooth Replacement Options That Can Fill The Gaps Left By Missing Teeth

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If you would like to have as smile that rivals that of your favorite celebrity but have large gaps in your mouth from missing teeth, you may be surprised to find that a perfect smile could still be within your reach. There are multiple cosmetic dental applications that can replace lost teeth that may detract from your appearance. Here are a few of them: Dental Bridges Dental bridges are appliances that are fixed in the mouth.…

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Two Aggressive Denture Cleaning Mistakes To Avoid

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If your dentist has recently worked with you to create a new set of porcelain dentures, then you will need to clean your dentures regularly. Dentures can form both plaque and tartar like the natural teeth. While cavities will not form, you will be susceptible to gum disease, abscesses, and other types of oral infections. Brushing and soaking are both required to clean the teeth. However, this does not mean that you should aggressively clean them.…

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Why You Should Say Yes To Sealants For Your Child

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When it comes to child dental care, parents will want to consider having sealants applied to their child’s molars as soon as they make their appearance. Sealants work to coat the molars, which prevents bacteria and food particles from getting in the grooves of the teeth and causing cavities. Below are a few reasons why you’ll want to work sealants into your little one’s dental plan.  It’s Covered by Insurance…

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Four Tips To Help Your Child Adjust To New Braces

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Although kids once dreaded the rite of passage that were braces, orthodontics for kids have become both less obtrusive and more socially accepted over the last few decades. Still, many children have trouble getting used to life with braces, and your child may have some initial misgivings about them from both a social and physical standpoint. As your child adjusts to his or her new orthodontics, keep these potential issues in mind to help him or her make the transition with as few complications as possible.…

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Zika Virus And Bedridden? 4 Ways To Keep Your Teeth Healthy While You Are Recovering

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If you have the Zika virus, you may be bedridden, as it can cause temporary paralysis. If this is you, it will make it difficult to take care of your teeth. Fortunately, there are things you can do to ensure your teeth stay healthy. Keep reading and you won’t have to worry about any problems with your teeth so you can concentrate on getting better. Rinse Your Teeth If you will be eating in bed, you need to rinse your mouth out each time you finish.…

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Taking Care Of Porcelain Crowns

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If you’ve had a root canal, chances are good that you have a porcelain crown or cap. When part of a tooth is removed during a root canal procedure, a crown is cemented over the remaining portion. Not only do the crowns look like real teeth, they perform like them as well. Crowns are made out of several different types of materials and although porcelain is durable, it’s still subject to daily wear and tear.…

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Four Tips For Finding A Dentist

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If you move somewhere new or you have recently switched dental insurance and are no longer able to see your previous dentist, you are going to want to choose a new dentist. Doing this can be complicated since you not only want to be sure that you choose someone who accepts your insurance, but also someone who makes you feel comfortable and can provide the services that you need. Here are four tips to help you find the right family dentistry practice for you:…

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Why Your Retainer Doesn't Fit

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After you have finished a course of wearing braces, your dentist will likely want you to wear a retainer for a long period. The retainer is meant to hold the newly adjusted teeth in place so that the gums and bone can completely adjust to the new position. When putting in your retainer, you may notice that it no longer fits. This can be the result of one of several factors.…

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Open Wide -- Get Screened For Oral Cancer In The Dentist Chair

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Routine visits to the dentist can mean more than just cleaning and hoping you have no cavities. They can also provide a potentially life-saving screening for oral cancer. The Centers for Disease Control estimate that over 8,000 people die from oral cancer each year, so it’s important to detect the disease early.  What is Oral Cancer? Oral cancer, as its name suggests, is cancer occurring in the mouth or throat (the oral cavity or the pharynx, in technical terms).…

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