How Do Crowns Attach To Dental Implants?

Posted on 16 August 2022

Dental crowns anchored by dental implants replace lost or damaged teeth. A dentist embeds a dental implant in your jaw while the crown sits above your gum line. The implant and dental crown appear as one because of the attachment that joins the two together. A dentist can use a screw or cement to attach a dental crown to your implant. Screw-Retained Crowns Your dentist could use a screw to attach a dental crown onto an abutment. [Read More]

Dentin: What Is It And Why Should You Care?

Posted on 12 July 2022

The word dental is derived from dentin, which is part of everyone's teeth. To learn more, read on. Where is the Dentin Located? The shiny, white surface of your teeth is only the outer layer. Your tooth enamel is one of the strongest and hardest parts of your body. Teeth must be strong, or you would not be able to obtain the nourishment you need to live a healthy life. Underneath that enamel lies the heart of the tooth, the dentin. [Read More]

How A Dental Implant Can Change Your Smile And Make You Look Younger

Posted on 26 May 2022

If you have a missing tooth or have a tooth that needs to be pulled, it can impact your smile in many ways. Your dentist may suggest you get a dental implant to replace the tooth, especially if you're self-conscious about your tooth issues or if the missing tooth is in an area of your mouth that is easily seen when you smile. You can get a dental implant to benefit you in many ways. [Read More]

What To Do When Your Kid Knocks A Tooth Loose

Posted on 10 March 2022

When your child has a tooth knocked loose, it can seem like a very large ordeal. Here's the thing: most teeth, even permanent ones, can get knocked loose then reset themselves so long as there isn't extensive damage to the root system or gums. Your child is likely to be scared and a little sore, but odds are, they'll be okay and so will their tooth. That being said, any trauma to the mouth that knocks a tooth loose can be considered a dental emergency so you should always call your child's dentist when they have a tooth knocked loose. [Read More]

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Fluoride Toothpaste is Important for Children

Along with many parents, I am very careful about what chemicals I allow my children to be exposed to. I use all-natural cleaners and I make sure to purchase organic produce whenever I can. One day, I found a recipe online for homemade, all-natural toothpaste. It was just a mixture of baking soda and natural flavoring. I thought it was a great idea, and I started having my entire family brush with it instead of our regular toothpaste. I realized I made a mistake when my children each had cavities that need filled at their next dental check-up. My dentist told me that natural toothpaste is fine to use, but I need to find a formula that contains fluoride for my children. I created this blog to help other parents avoid the mistake I did. There are natural toothpastes with fluoride you can find at health-food stores.

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