22 June 2015
You might have never heard of using sage oil to keep your breath smelling fresh. Well, sage oil contains several antibacterial properties that attack the harmful bacteria that cause bad breath. The following are 3 simple and natural ways to use sage to freshen your breath, and you'll also learn how it can help. How Sage May Help Bad breath is usually related to an overgrowth of oral pathogens and their sulphur waste deposits.
3 June 2015
Have you been struggling with self-confidence because your teeth are unsightly from neglect? If you want to bring back the beauty of your smile, the solution may be an investment in porcelain veneers. In this article, learn about the pros, cons and cost of porcelain veneers so you can make a decision on if you want to get them or not. What are the Pros & Cons of Investing in Porcelain Veneers?
14 May 2015
Does the thought of going to the dentist make you nervous? Maybe you have a bit of a toothache, but you have been putting off your trip to the dentist for several years. Maybe you are afraid that he or she will notice that you haven't been flossing, or you will have expensive cavities to fill. Would it help if there was a "Couch to 5k" approach to preparing for a dental visit?
20 April 2015
People have always had to worry about tooth decay, but treatments weren't always as good as they are now. Early humans had a lot of creative ways to fix their cavities. Drilling and not filling The earliest known treatment for cavities is a bit horrifying. It was done between 7,500 and 9,000 years ago in what is now Pakistan. Early dentists would use flint drill heads to scrape away areas of tooth decay, but they left the holes open instead of filling them.
1 April 2015
If you have children with special needs, it is advisable to set a special dental routine for them. Children with disabilities are prone to many health problems. The necessity for a diet that contains sugar can trigger tooth decay and other dental problems. Dental hygiene can be cumbersome especially for mothers as children with special need ought to take more time. There are steps you can take to ensure your children have a good oral hygiene routine while at the same time making it a fun experience.
18 March 2015
Running around after kids, working full time and a myriad of other activities can make it difficult to fit dental visits in to your schedule. Unfortunately, if you're neglecting your teeth, you could be setting yourself up for unwanted dental problems that can take even more time out of your schedule. Tooth pain can leave you sidelined from activities that you want to participate in. Here are some simple remedies to dull the pain until you can get to the dentist.
27 February 2015
A little apprehension about going to the dentist is normal, but for some people, their misgivings can be downright debilitating. Fear of the dentist, also known as odontophobia, refers to a level of anxiety that can escalate to panic when going to the dentist - or even thinking about it. Persons who have a dental phobia often put off going to the dentist for years, much to the detriment of their oral health.
17 February 2015
If you are without dental insurance, you might find yourself wondering just how you are going to cover the cost of the procedures that you need to have done. Unless you have a bank account filled with money, you might need a little help coming up with a game plan. Take a moment to check out the following tips for covering the cost of your upcoming dental services. Apply For Dental Credit
18 December 2014
If you have had a tooth extracted, you may think that a gap in your mouth is going to be no trouble at all. However, missing teeth can mean big changes for your dental health that you may not know about. Here are three reasons to consider getting dental implants instead of leaving a gap in your mouth. Missing Teeth Cause Other Teeth to Shift Every tooth in your mouth has a purpose, and when you lose one, the teeth that are next to the gap will shift over time.
18 December 2014
If you have an abscessed tooth, getting a root canal is inevitable. If you have to wait a few weeks to get a root canal, then try these 3 treatments to numb the pain and to help fight the infection so that your tooth does not get worse. Clove Oil First, using essential oils can do wonders for a toothache or abscessed tooth. Clove oil is known for its ability to numb a tooth and the area surrounding it.