You can’t over estimate the importance of good oral hygiene not only for dental health, but for your overall wellbeing. In fact, gum disease is a major risk factor for the development of serious health conditions, including heart disease and diabetes. From the time we’re young, we’re taught that using a toothbrush regularly is one of the best ways to […]
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There are alternative, natural-looking materials for conventional silver colored fillings. materials made from porcelain and composite resins, which are colored to match natural tooth enamel. Unfortunately, few materials can match the strength and durability of dental amalgam and such, may need more frequent replacement. Common amalgam alternatives include: Ionomers They are made from a combination […]
Do you have periodontal disease; don’t be worried you are not alone. Many others have the same problem. Periodontal treatment is the first step in preventing tooth loss. The word periodontal means “around the tooth.” Healthy gum tissue fits like a cuff around each tooth. Where the gum line meets the tooth, it forms a […]
Wondering if that hi-tech power toothbrush on display at your dentist’s office is really better than the regular ones? What about a power toothbrush?? Addition to things like your brushing technique, how often you brush and the length of time you spend doing it, experts believe that the type of electric or manual toothbrush you use will directly […]
Many tooth problems involve infections that spread to the pulp, which is the inner chamber of the tooth containing blood vessels, nerves and other tissues. When the infection becomes worse, it can begin affecting the roots. A traumatic injury to a tooth can also compromise the pulp, leading to similar problems. A diseased inner tooth […]
There are many methods for relieving oral pain. They include: Ice packs on the affected area. Avoiding hard candy or ice. Avoiding sleeping on your stomach. There are wide array of pain management tools in clinics, including: Anesthetics such as Novocaine. Analgesics such as aspirin or ibuprofen. Sedatives, (links to ‘Sedation Dentistry’ area) including […]
Pain can occur in any number of places in your mouth: teeth, gums, roots, the palate, tongue and jaw. Cavities are a common culprit causing pain. Untreated cavities can impact nerves because of infections of the tooth and gums. Impacted and abscessed teeth and sore jaws from teeth grinding are other common causes of pain. […]
Many parents want to know: At what age should I brush and floss my child’s teeth? A good rule on when to start brushing and flossing baby teeth is to start flossing as soon as the child has teeth that are in contact with each other, usually around age two to three years. Once teeth reach this […]
it’s a well know thong one of the main purposes of a toothbrush is to remove bacteria from your mouth, it’s important to keep your toothbrush sanitary and free of bacteria. Now scroll down to find out how to clean a toothbrush properly & Keep these tips in mind.. Keep it covered on the road, but not at home. […]
Analgesics These are also called pain relievers and include common non-narcotic medications such as ibuprofen and aspirin. Analgesics are usually used for mild cases of discomfort, and are typically prescribed following such procedures as a root canal or tooth extraction. Anesthetics Anesthetics can either be topically applied, injected or swallowed. Dentists often apply topical anesthetics […]