Having your kids brush their teeth before they go to bed each night helps them learn good oral hygiene practices. And while twice-daily toothbrushing is good for developing teeth, its not always enough to stop bad breath from occurring. Bad br...
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The Basics of Mouth Sores
Mouth sores can be annoying, painful and unsightly. They can be caused by bacterial, viral or fungal infections, a loose orthodontic wire, a denture that doesn’t fit, or a sharp edge from a broken tooth or filling. Among the most common mouth sores...
Healing From the Flu? Don’t Forget to Take Care of Your Mouth!
Influenza can hit home year-round, but most of the time activity peaks between December and February, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The ADA in January released information for patients to keep in mind when caring for th...
Dentistry for Kids: Focus on Fun, Not Fear
A visit to the dentist can be a frightening time for kids. From hearing stories of tooth extractions and fillings on the playground, to mirroring their parent’s own anxieties, your child may become quite resistant to a visit to the dental offic...
Diet’s Role in Oral Health
Changing your eating habits could help reduce the risk for cavities! The December 2010 issue of the Journal of the American Dental Association reminds patients that maintaining a balanced diet is important to maintaining a healthy smile. Cavities are...
How Does Water Flossing Compare to Traditional Flossing?
There’s an old-school catchy jingle that says, “You are what you eat from your head down to your feet.” Whether your preferred snack is fresh fruits and veggies or you prefer to satisfy your sweet tooth, at some point food will get ...
Dry Socket Prevention: Caring for Yourself After an Extraction
There are a number of reasons why your dentist might suggest a tooth extraction, from incoming wisdom teeth to a damaged tooth or even overcrowding. The extraction should be uneventful, and if you follow a few dry socket prevention tips, your recover...
Why Replace a Filling?
Fillings don’t last forever. They can become discolored. Composite, tooth-colored fillings pick up stains, and yellow or darken over time. When you chew, your teeth and any fillings in them are subjected to tremendous pressures. Even if no othe...
Sedation Techniques for Children
Conscious Sedation Some children can become anxious when they see the dentist. As a result, they may not be able to relax or sit still long enough to receive treatment. The dentist may suggest giving these children a form of medicine that can help th...
Step by Step Guide to Brushing Your Toddlers Teeth
A 2-year-old child has a great smile — though it’s not a full set of teeth just yet — and has already been to his first dentist visit. Brushing your toddler’s teeth correctly now can instill a lifelong habit in your children that prom...
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