The debate over amalgam fillings in dentistry still rages on. An amalgam filling is silver in color and contains mercury, silver, tin, and copper. Many people now prefer the tooth-colored composite fillings because they are more attractive and less noticeable, but the main controversy about amalgam fillings comes from the mercury they contain. Some mercury vapor is released whenever you chew or grind your teeth. Although amalgam is still considered safe by many in the dental profession, you may want to consider having them removed by your dentist. Read More»
If your teeth are in bad shape and you’re embarrassed at how they look, you should talk to your dentist about your options. Restorative dentistry has come a long way. A dentist can give you a beautiful smile no matter what shape your mouth is in or what your age. Besides having a nice smile, your mouth will be restored to its normal function so that you can chew normally and not be bothered with constant toothaches. Read More»
If you suffer from seasonal allergies that leave you feeling stuffy and snuffly, you may think your problems are isolated to your nose and eyes. However, suffering from allergies (and treating them) can have some impacts on your dental health. If you are an allergy sufferer, here are three dental issues you should be aware of – and how to best deal with them.
Mouth breathing can lead to tooth decay. Read More»
Your dental fillings are intended to stay in place a long time, but they can come out. When this happens, your tooth will no longer be protected. When a filling falls out it may also allow the nerve of the tooth to become exposed. An exposed nerve can be very painful. You want to call your dentist as soon as the filling falls out and make an appointment to get in as quickly as possible. Read More»
Did you know that your dentist can discover health problems by smelling your breath? It’s true. There are certain health and dental problems that can alter the odors that come from your mouth. Here are just four of the medical and dental problems your dentist can discover through your breath.
Diabetes
Your dentist may be able to tell that your diabetes is out of control before you do. When diabetes is out of control, there isn’t enough insulin in your body to provide glucose to your blood cells. Read More»
Your smile represents the gateway to how other people perceive you, and if it starts to falter, it’s natural to want to seek improvements. Unfortunately, many people are held back from medical work that could greatly improve their lives because of an overwhelming sense of anxiety surrounding going to the dentist. If you have these concerns, it’s important that you know that there are solutions.
Below, you’ll find a guide to some steps you can take to reduce your dental anxiety. Read More»
A veneer is a thin crown that is adhered to the front of your teeth. The reasons to receive this treatment are many. For example, if you have discolored teeth, and you have tried bleaching with poor results, you might consider having your color enhanced with crowns. However, before you go in to have veneers adhered to your teeth, you should do some investigating to find out whether you are a good candidate and whether your dentist is experienced in applying veneers. Read More»
You overheard your teenager saying they hardly ever brush their teeth. You’re understandably upset. It may seem mind-boggling, but some people simply don’t get into the habit of brushing at least twice a day.
A 2004 Gallup survey found that a full 34 percent of teenagers confess to not brushing twice per day. Three percent of boys said they don’t even brush every day, although none of the girls were quite that lax. Read More»
If you get anxious at the thought of going to the dentist, maybe you can find some comfort in knowing that lots of people do. But whether it’s the fear of needles, the sound of the dental drill, or fear of the unknown, there are relaxation techniques you can practice to help calm both your body and mind when you find yourself sitting in the dental chair.
Positive Imagery
Before the date of your dental appointment gets too close, begin using positive imagery to help yourself prepare. Read More»
Dentures make great replacements for missing teeth, but they do have their problems. Such problems include difficulty eating and soreness in the mouth. Most of these problems go away as you get used to wearing the dentures. Here are a few tips you can use to deal with these problems:
Ensure They Fit
Your dentures will give you more problems if they don’t fit than if they fit. Your dentist will ensure that your dentures fit well the first time, but the situation will not stay like that for long. Read More»
