Your dentist tells you that it seems you’ve been grinding your teeth, but
you don’t recall any specific instances of actually doing so. The problem with
bruxism—the clinical name for destructive teeth-grinding—is that it’s most
likely to occur in your sleep, so you’re bound to have no recollection of it. So
how can your dentist tell? Usually by detecting the typical signs, like
excessively worn teeth, during your routine dental checkup; making regular
dental visits all the more important.
Saturday, September 27, 2014
Friday, September 26, 2014
Ways to Prevent Gum Disease and Tooth Loss
Given the fact that it’s the leading cause of adult tooth loss in theUnited States, successfully preventing gum disease is one of the most
effective ways of preserving your teeth. However, its prevalence belies the
fact that gum disease prevention isn’t typically complex. The good news is that,
even if it develops, the condition may be reversed if treated in its early
stage (called gingivitis). To help you better prevent gum disease, or stop it
in its tracks if it becomes an issue, we offer a few ways to prevent gum
disease and the tooth loss that it can cause.
Thursday, September 18, 2014
Dental Implants—The Closest Thing to Natural Teeth
As dentistry has advanced over the centuries, the methods
and materials used to address tooth loss have become more and more realistic.
The advent of dentures, partial dentures, dental bridges, and various forms of
dental porcelain make for a wide variety of options when it comes to choosing
the right replacement teeth. However, the most recent innovation—dental implants—hold
the key to making your replacement teeth more realistic than ever before by reestablishing the
roots of your lost teeth.
Tuesday, September 16, 2014
Kids and Cavities
As a parent, you worry about how well your kids take care of their teeth. You spent the better part of their early childhood teaching them
to brush and floss, and you come up with innovative ways to excite them about
visiting the dentist every six months. If they follow the tenets of good
hygiene that you so diligently taught them, then your kids should be no more
likely to develop cavities than the average adult. However, considering that
over 90% of adults in the United States have had at least one cavity in their
permanent teeth, those odds aren't necessarily comforting.
Friday, September 12, 2014
How You Care for Your Toothbrush Matters
For many of us, it’s tough enough dedicating adequate time
in our busy days to properly brushing and flossing our teeth. With
such limited time, that attention might not always extend to how well you care
for your toothbrush when you’re not using it. Unfortunately, improper care can
render your toothbrush not only ineffective, but a liability to your dental
health, increasing your risk of tooth damage and diseases stemming from poor hygiene.
Wednesday, September 10, 2014
Is There a Better Way to Floss?
It should be ingrained into your dental hygiene routine so
well that flossing is as natural as brushing your teeth. Unfortunately, for
many people, it’s not, and for others, a cursory pass between a few teeth once
in a while is all of the flossing they’ll commit to. However, if you’re among
those who take their dental health seriously and you’re diligent about flossing,
then you should know if there’s a better way to floss thoroughly without
damaging your sensitive gums. To find out, compare your flossing
techniques to our professional recommendations.
Friday, September 5, 2014
A Teeth-Whitening Test of Wits
Whether one or two of your teeth are stained, or all of your
teeth have just sort of lost their shiny hue, teeth-whitening might be heavy on
your mind if you’re unhappy because of tooth discoloration. Despite the ease
and convenience of the procedure, however, there are several things you should know about teeth-whitening before
deciding if it’s the right option.
Tuesday, September 2, 2014
Important Questions About Gum Disease
It affects over 75% of adults in the United States, and if
not treated, it can lead to the permanent loss of one or more of your teeth. It’s
also highly-preventable, and most people who experience it could have avoided
it, so why is gum disease still one of the most destructive dental health
issues around? Typically, gum disease is allowed to progress because of a lack
of knowledge about gum health and disease. If you don’t recognize the signs, you might not know to
seek treatment in time. For a better understanding about gum disease and how to
protect your smile against it, we answer a few important questions about the
notorious condition.
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