30 November 2017
Dental implant surgery has a success rate of about 98%, which is actually very high. If you're considering dental implant surgery, this statistic should help put your mind at ease. However, you still want to know how to avoid falling into the two percent of patients whose dental implants fail. There are things you can do to increase the chances that your dental implants will last for the long term. Take a look at these tips for dental implant success.
7 November 2017
The holiday season is quickly approaching, and that often means a lot of delicious goodies to be enjoyed. While it is fantastic to indulge every once in a while, during the holidays, there are certain foods that are very hard and can result in cracked teeth. This can be especially problematic if you have very weak teeth to begin with. Cracked teeth can often end in a root canal and crown, so it is important to be very careful when you are biting on problematic foods.
10 October 2017
If you play a sport or suffer from teeth grinding, you may be concerned about your teeth. The teeth can be loosened or even knocked from the mouth during a sporting event. In addition, teeth can become chipped or cracked from the extreme pressure of an episode of gnashing. Many people know that a mouthguard can help to protect the teeth from trauma-based damage, but they may know little about the differences between an over-the-counter mouthguard and a custom-fitted guard.
13 September 2017
Your mouth contains numerous microorganisms. The dark, moist, warm environment of the oral cavity allows certain types of bacteria to grow and thrive. Here are a few ways that oral bacteria can affect your mouth. Halitosis Halitosis, which is the official name for bad breath, can occur for several different reasons, such as the ingestion of spicy foods. However, the primary reason for stale odor of halitosis is oral bacteria.
11 August 2017
Getting braces is the quickest and most effective way to straighten your teeth and achieve a near-perfect smile. Still, braces are a long-term commitment (usually one to two years) and can be a bit difficult to get used to. When you first have them put on and when you subsequently have them tightened by your orthodontist, they can be a bit uncomfortable. And while the pain will be worth it in the end, there are some pain-relief tips worth keeping in mind:
24 July 2017
Do you have a severely damaged tooth in your mouth? It could be causing a lot of pain and swelling in your mouth. If you are tired of dealing with the pain and would like to figure out exactly what is going on inside your mouth, scheduling an appointment to see the dentist is a must. The dentist could provide the necessary treatment to eliminate the infection as well as the pain and discomfort that comes along with it.
26 June 2017
There are a lot of things that you may be doing on a regular basis that can accidentally cause damage to your teeth. Here are some of the ways you can harm your teeth without even realizing that you are doing something wrong: Brushing your teeth right after you eat Most people are taught that brushing after you eat is a good idea. However, it isn't explained to them that brushing too soon after you eat can actually do more harm than good.
8 June 2017
Most people know that a dental implant can be used to replace a single lost tooth. The implant is inserted into the jawbone and eventually covered by a dental crown. If a tooth-colored crown is used during the restoration, it is difficult to discern the false tooth from the other teeth in the patient's mouth. In addition to single-tooth replacements, dental implants can be used for other purposes. Here are a few of them:
23 February 2017
Going to college can be one of the most exciting times in life, but it can also be one of the biggest adjustments a person ever makes. Change is never going to be easy on anyone. It's simply human nature to resist change. Make that work in your favor by choosing to establish great dental care maintenance a part of your everyday life from the time you first arrive at college.
23 February 2017
If you have gap teeth, then you are probably ready to do something about it. Gap teeth can leave you feeling self-conscious about your smile. This may make you shy around new people. It may cause you to cover your mouth when you smile. It may cause you to run out of the room when you see someone pull out a camera, and it may even leave you walking away from certain opportunities because you don't want to speak in public or meet new people.