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3 Diseases Affected By The Condition Of Your Teeth And Gums

9 September 2015

If you are wondering how to lessen your chance of developing a serious disease, you may only need to reach for your toothbrush and dental floss. Although the way that you care for your teeth directly affects your oral health, it also affects your overall health. Dental health has been linked to diseases that, on the surface, don't appear to be tooth-related at all. Here are a few diseases that are impacted by the condition of your teeth and gums:

4 Tips For Getting Used To Dentures

18 August 2015

If you are going to be getting dentures, you want to become educated on the things you can do to get used to them faster. The sooner you are able to get used to the dentures, the sooner you can put an end to the irritation and sore spots. You will also find it easier to eat, talk and even laugh with them in once you get adjusted to them. These 4 tips will help you through the process of getting comfortable with your new dentures.

Teaching Your Child to Enjoy Brushing

29 July 2015

If you have a small child, teaching them the importance of brushing their teeth will be one of the many life lessons you will be responsible to teach them. There are several ways to instill positive tooth cleaning practices into your child's daily routine. Here are some ideas you can use to help your child learn that brushing their teeth is an act to take seriously while putting some fun into the procedure.

The Reasons For Using A Dental Implant To Replace Teeth

13 July 2015

Whether due to a sudden blow to your mouth or a lack of dental hygiene, you can lose a tooth. Most people will want to replace teeth at the front of their mouth simply to avoid the negative social stigma that comes with a gap-filled smile. On the other hand, if you have a missing tooth in the back of your mouth, you should be able to get away without replacement, right?

Smile Makeover Vs. Full Mouth Restoration - Which Is Right For Right For You?

23 June 2015

Although a smile makeover and a full mouth restoration involve many of the same dental procedures, such as dental implants, veneers, gum bleaching, crowns and more, full mouth restorations go much further. Furthermore, smile makeovers are typically elective because these patients only need dental procedures to improve the appearance of their smiles. In contrast, full mouth restorations are something patients need in order to improve the quality of their lives. This is because full restoration candidates may find it hard to eat certain foods because of missing teeth, painful gum disease, jaw pain, loose teeth and more.

Setting Up Dental Appointing For A Child With Special Needs

4 June 2015

Children sometimes fear a visit to the dentist. Such fear could make it difficult for adults to make sure young ones go on that all-important yearly trip for a dental cleaning. Parents and guardians of young ones with special needs might discover bringing a child to an annual checkup is even more difficult. Thankfully, new innovations in approaches to dental care are making checkup visits better accessible to children with special needs.

What You Need To Know About Cleft Lip And Palates

18 May 2015

Cleft lips and palates probably aren't a sight common to your everyday life, but this condition is actually shockingly common in the United States -- about 1 in every 1000 births, making it one of the most common birth defects in the United States. But, like most developmental disturbances, cleft lips and palates aren't one-size-fits-all and each case comes with its own unique challenges and conditions. If you're curious exactly what having a cleft lip and palate could mean for your future child, then here's what you need to know.

3 Reasons To Consider Invisalign

21 April 2015

Invisalign is a great alternative to braces, mostly because of the many advantages that they can provide. The fact that aligners are removable, almost invisible, and made out of plastic are all great reasons to consider Invisalign instead of traditional braces. Removable One of the biggest disadvantages to wearing traditional braces is that they are not removable without an orthodontist's help. This means that if the braces ever get uncomfortable, and they will, you will not be able to do anything about it without making an appointment and asking the orthodontist if he or she can do anything to alleviate the discomfort by adjusting the braces.