I neglected my teeth for years, and after a root canal and several fillings to repair the damage I did, I decided to become serious about dental health. I made a pledge to visit the dentist every six-months and brush three times a day. While these were all good changes I made, I did make one bad decision and bought a "stiff" toothbrush. I also brushed much harder than I should have, and I learned at my next check-up that I was being too aggressive with my teeth. My dentist told me I had to start brushing more gently with a soft toothbrush, as I was causing my gums to recede by being so rough. I created this blog to encourage others to take great care of their teeth, but also remind them that good care means being gentle on your teeth and not brushing too hard.
Posted on:
14 November 2017
Having a nice smile may require some effort on your part. If you don't have straight teeth, you can choose braces to enable you to reach your goal. This is a useful option for straightening crooked teeth. Knowing specific tips to follow when having this dental procedure done is sure to be helpful to you.
Tip #1: Keep your braces clean
It's essential to brush and floss your teeth daily when wearing braces.
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Posted on:
15 October 2017
As a parent, you might be wondering just how important your child's dental is when they still only have their baby teeth. After all, those teeth are going to fall out, so how important can they really be? This way of thinking is one of the main reasons child with cavities do not get those cavities treated. Here are four reasons that needs to change:
Baby Teeth Help Adult Teeth Come In: If there is a cavity that is not filled in the baby teeth, then the tooth can become so decayed that it is lost before it's actually ready.
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Posted on:
19 September 2017
If you have any tooth aberrations, like chips, discoloration, or gaps, you may be looking into cosmetic dentistry procedures. Two popular options for fixing imperfections are veneers and dental bonding. But each procedure has its pros and cons, so of course, it's a good idea to compare them both and pick the one that's best suited for your situation:
What is Dental Bonding?
A dental bond (also known as composite bonding) is just what it sounds like: a resin is bonded to your tooth.
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23 August 2017
Sometimes the pain from a toothache becomes so unbearable there's no question in your mind it's a dental emergency. Maybe it's some other dental issue plaguing you. However, the dentist's office still schedules you for weeks out, rather than immediately. Is the dentist being unnecessarily cruel? Or, is there some other reason he or she cannot help you immediately?
It's Probably Not an Emergency
Many dental problems aren't actually emergencies. They can seem that way, but often, what you think of as an emergency is a common problem.
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