Jul 25 2011
Children hate dental braces and while many won’t admit it, so too do adults. There are several different products on the market now that can be used to straighten teeth without having to go through that “metal mouth” look. Traditional braces are ugly – there’s no denying that. Unfortunately, they are still one of the [...]
Jun 28 2011
There are some treatments which, while benefiting a patient, can also be used as a diagnostic tool. Enamel Microabrasion is one such procedure. It is used to clean surface stains from teeth. The procedure itself is fairly straightforward and non-invasive. Fine particles are blasted onto the surface of the tooth, and like a very fine [...]
May 31 2011
Dental inlays are used to either strengthen teeth or to repair teeth that have been damaged through decay. Although more expensive than traditional fillings, they are long wearing and over time tend to be more economical. The inlays themselves are made of either porcelain or ceramics – your dentist will use the most appropriate for [...]
May 26 2011
There are a lot of situations in our daily lives that can lead to one or more of our teeth developing small chips. Misjudging a mug of coffee and having it collide with a tooth is a very common occurrence, and one of the most common causes for chipped teeth. Chipped teeth are also one [...]
May 19 2011
While regular brushing and a low sugar diet is best for your children, taking these steps could be pointless if your child’s teeth are knocked out while playing sports. Just playing around in the playground can be dangerous, but then, we cannot turn our children into padded up monsters while playing. We can, however, ensure [...]
May 12 2011
Do you brush your teeth twice a day? If you aren’t, then you are opening the door to tooth decay and the eventual loss of your teeth. There is a disclaimer to this for anyone who is brushing her teeth twice a day. Did you know that all your efforts at brushing your teeth may [...]
Apr 30 2011
When you visit a dentist, especially if it is the first time in many years, your dentist will examine your dental bite as part of your preliminary examination. Your bite can tell your dentist a lot about your teeth and whether or not teeth could be affecting your overall health. So what is your dental [...]
Apr 26 2011
Having just come out of another holiday weekend where candy is the center of many people’s attention, the number of chipped or broken teeth is bound to have increased. Dentists always see an increase in the number of urgent appointments following these events with patients anxious about the state of their teeth. Dentists also see [...]
Mar 29 2011
If you are wise, then you will be visiting your dentist every six months for a check up on your teeth. Your dentist will most likely have your teeth cleaned and polished while you are there and these days the preferred method is the use of ultra-sonic technology. This will clean all the tartar from [...]
Feb 23 2011
The first impression you ever make on a new acquaintance is the most important impression you’ll make, and it’s the only first impression chance you’ll get. You should make that impression with a beautiful smile.
Many people have a difficult time convincing themselves to see the dentist. But you shouldn’t worry too much about that. Due [...]