4 Telltale Signs You Need A Tooth Extraction Urgently

Posted on 10 March 2022

Dental problems can make your life unbearable. They can lower your productivity, cause significant pain, and affect your quality of life. One common remedy to some dental issues is tooth extraction, which should only be handled by a competent dentist. So, what are the possibilities of tooth removal when visiting your dentist? Here are some telltale signs you should have your tooth extracted. 1. Severe Tooth Decay Tooth decay may occur due to poor dental hygiene, poor diet, and excessive plaque build-up. [Read More]

All About Elastics For Braces

Posted on 3 February 2022

Elastics commonly referred to as rubber bands are a critical part of the brace's treatment. While people often give much of the credit to the metal brackets that rest atop the teeth, elastics play an equally important role in the goal of helping you achieve the smile you want. If you have braces and your orthodontist told you that you might need to wear elastics in the future, learn more about them. [Read More]

Why Your Teeth Feel So Sensitive

Posted on 16 December 2021

Do your teeth feel particularly sensitive, and you are not sure why? If so, it will help to know some reasons why this can happen to you.  Cold Temperature Changes Be aware that exposure to cold outdoor temperatures can actually cause your teeth to feel sensitive. If you are sitting in your home with the temperature around 70°F, and then you step outside in the winter to temperatures that are below freezing, the cold air rushing over your teeth is going to cause them to feel sensitive. [Read More]

Benefits of Replacing Lost Teeth

Posted on 9 November 2021

If you have lost a few of your teeth, you may be anxious to have them replaced. The replacement of missing teeth can improve the look of your smile, but there are additional benefits associated with replacing lost teeth. Here are a few of them. Prevention of Bone Loss The teeth play indispensable roles in the maintenance of the girth and strength of the jawbones. The bone in which the roots of the teeth are located is called the alveolar ridge. [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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