2015

3 Oral Healthcare Changes For Busy Lifestyles

Proper oral healthcare is an important part of daily life that keeps cavities, teeth stains, and oral infections away.  While dental hygiene isn’t hard, you might feel rushed trying to fit all of those steps into a busy workday. But there are a few oral healthcare changes that can keep your teeth healthy even as your life grows busier. Timed Electronic Toothbrush An electric toothbrush with a soft-bristled head helps you ensure that the teeth are thoroughly cleaned without using so much pressure that your gums bleed.…

Nitrous Oxide - Is It Safe For Your Kids?

If your kids need dental work - especially emergency dental care after an accident or other injury - it can be a little nerve-wracking for both child and parent. One way to alleviate fear and anxiety is the use of nitrous oxide at the dentist. But what can you expect with the gas and is it safe for your kids? What Does it Do (and Not Do)? First used during by a dentist in 1844, nitrous oxide has a long history of successful use by dentists.…

Can You Get Dental Implants With Osteoporosis?

Dental implants have great advantages. Some of these advantages include not needing special cleaning, they do not slip, and you can eat whatever you want. They are placed in your jaw bone to look like natural teeth. The main worry some people have is what if you have a bone disease like osteoporosis. You can still get them, but you need to know about the risks and considerations before moving forward.…

Understanding The Importance Of Replacing Missing Teeth

Your teeth are much more than chewing tools; they are an important part of your body and daily life. They are crucial for proper speaking, preventing bone decay and even maintaining facial tissue and muscles. When you lose a tooth, it can wreak havoc on your oral health, resulting in difficulty with speech and even changing your facial appearance. Read on to learn more about the complications associated with a missing tooth and what options may be available for replacing a missing tooth.…

Overlooked Dental Care Tips Everyone Can Use

For most of your life, you’ve been told to brush your teeth twice a day to maintain good oral health. While this is a great foundation, this is just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to talking care of your mouth, teeth and gums. Familiarizing yourself with some of the often overlooked components of dental care can help ensure your smile remains beautiful and healthy. Don’t Brush Right After Eating…

Healthy Foods That May Be Good For Your Body, But Bad For Your Teeth

Eating the wrong foods is certainly bad for your health, but eating the right foods can be damaging, too. While it’s important to pay attention to the food you put in your body, it’s also important to consider how that food affects every area of your health. No matter if a food is considered healthy or not, it passes through your teeth just the same. And just because a food is considered healthy, that doesn’t mean it’s good for your teeth.…

Top 3 Types Of Dental Implants And Their Benefits

Those with broken, loose, missing or ill-fitting teeth can attest that a dental implant is probably the best invention ever, as far as oral matters are concerned. Only they can understand how agonizing it can be to want to smile or laugh out loud but lack the confidence to do so. If you can relate to this group of people, you should do yourself a favor and have dental implants. Below are the different types of dental implants.…

Tips For Recovering From Wisdom Teeth Removal

You’re scheduled to have your wisdom teeth removed and are starting to get anxious. Instead of worrying about seeing the dentist for the extraction, prepare yourself and your home for the event. Once home from the appointment, rest will be your priority. Having everything ready when you get home will make this an easy and relaxing recovery. One Week Prior to the Dental Appointment Arrange with someone to take you to your appointment and bring you back home.…

3 Types Of Sedation Dentistry

If you are afraid of going to the dentist, you are not alone. Studies show that as much as 8% of people avoid going for routine checkups because of fear.  Additionally, as much as 20% of people only go to the dentist if there is a major problem that needs to be addressed. One way to help you deal with dental anxiety is to consider sedation. Knowing the various sedation dentistry options to select from can assist you if you are faced with this situation.…

An Overview Of Getting Dental Implants

If you have missing teeth, getting dental implants will be a big decision for you. The first step in understanding if they are right for you is getting a general overview of the costs, qualifications, risks, process and aftercare that is involved.  The Cost The number of implants that you need and the placement of each implant play a big part in the overall costs of getting dental implants. On average, a single implant will cost around $2,500.…