Category: Preventive Dentistry

Quiz: Professional And Personal Oral Health Care

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professional-and-personal-oral-health-care Preventing dental problems is a significant part of your dentist’s responsibilities concerning your smile. However, the burden does not exclusively fall on them. You should do your part, too, by keeping your teeth clean, and limiting your exposure to harmful agents. There are steps you can take between visits to keep your teeth in great shape. Eliminating tobacco products, for instance, can protect you from problems like gum disease, while also helping you avoid developing unsightly stains that could necessitate a professional whitening treatment. You can also limit your exposure to sugars, and put the appropriate effort into cleaning your teeth. Continue reading “Quiz: Professional And Personal Oral Health Care” →

How Fluoride Varnish Can Help Your Teeth

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how-fluoride-varnish-can-help-your-teeth Your teeth are certainly strong, but they are not invincible, and without the right care, they can suffer from problems like tooth decay. If you want help in preventing problems with your teeth, your dentist can help by providing treatment with fluoride varnish. The substance is applied evenly over your teeth, and will help strengthen your enamel, and encourage recovery from damage that could become a cavity. These treatments can help your teeth stay healthy, and offer an impressive defense against decay. You should know that you can also find fluoride in many brands of toothpaste, and in some tap water sources. Continue reading “How Fluoride Varnish Can Help Your Teeth” →

Making Everyday Changes To Protect Your Teeth

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making-everyday-changes-to-protect-your-teeth Your dentist can do great work to help care for your teeth. There are steps they can take to repair teeth with problems, and to reduce your risk of developing future issues. However, the best preventive dental care requires you to take actions that help your teeth. You should see your dentist every six months for checkups. In between those visits, you can rely on smart oral health habits to keep problems with your teeth to a minimum. “At-home care” means more than just cleaning your teeth. Your diet plays a part, too. Simply put, when you limit your exposure to harmful substances, you will have less to worry about when it comes to oral health woes. Continue reading “Making Everyday Changes To Protect Your Teeth” →

Quiz: Looking For Signs Of Trouble With Your Teeth And Gums

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quiz looking for signs of trouble with your teeth and gums When you take the time to clean your teeth, are you also taking time to review how your teeth, and your gums, look? These moments in your daily routine can be opportunities to watch out for problems, like gum disease. An infection that has afflicted your periodontal tissue may not make you feel different, but you can see visual indicators of poor health. Look for swelling, or redness of the tissue. Make a note of it if you seem to bleed more when you brush. A cavity may be harder to see, depending on its location, but if you develop pain in a tooth, talk to your dentist about your restorative treatment options. Continue reading “Quiz: Looking For Signs Of Trouble With Your Teeth And Gums” →

3 Conditions Your Dentist Can Help Manage During A Checkup

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3 conditions your dentist can help manage during a checkup Incorporating semiannual checkups into your oral care plan can make it easier to provide quality care for your teeth. At each visit, your teeth are thoroughly cleaned, and your dentist will study them for a variety of different potential problems. As much as you can do to keep them in top shape at home, your dentist’s care goes far beyond what you can do on your own. During a checkup, your dentist can find cavities that have started to form, even if you do not realize there is anything wrong with your tooth. You can also receive help with different conditions that indirectly affect your oral health, but absolutely need treatment. Continue reading “3 Conditions Your Dentist Can Help Manage During A Checkup” →

Do You Know What You Can Gain From A Routine Checkup?

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do you know what you can gain from a routine checkup Hopefully you do not need prompting to keep up with regular dental checkups. A routine trip to see your dentist every six months can have important preventive and restorative dental benefits. You can have ongoing problems treated with less hassle, and receive a cleaning from your hygienist to help keep issues from starting to develop. Even if you see your dentist regularly, you may not realize what services they can provide. You may not realize that some problems that your dentist can treat even fall under the umbrella of their field. Continue reading “Do You Know What You Can Gain From A Routine Checkup?” →

Limit Sugar If You Are Worried About Cavities

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limit sugar if you want to avoid cavities The choices you make concerning what you eat and drink can have an impact on your oral health. An over-consumption of sugar can contribute to weight gain, and increase your diabetes risk. It can also negatively impact your teeth. If you have a history of cavity troubles, or if you want to avoid developing cavities, you should be careful about how much sugar you consume. A smart diet, good oral care habits at home, and regular appointments with your dentist can help you prevent the onset of tooth decay. Continue reading “Limit Sugar If You Are Worried About Cavities” →

A Routine Dental Checkup Can Provide Proactive Care

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routine dental checkups can provide proactive care If you want to provide the best possible care for your teeth, you should make sure to receive routine checkups from your general dentist. During a routine visit, your hygienist can offer a thorough cleaning that goes above and beyond what you can receive through brushing and flossing alone. This visit also allows your dentist to inspect your teeth, mouth, and gums for the onset of any oral health issues. Preventive visits enable your dentist to identify problems, even before symptoms start to develop. Continue reading “A Routine Dental Checkup Can Provide Proactive Care” →

How You Can Help Your Kids Care for Their Teeth

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Preventive Dentist's Tips for Tiny Teeth Every parent wants to help keep his or her kids healthy. Unfortunately, a lot of health factors are out of parental control. You can’t fully control what germs your kids are exposed to, for instance, or if they’ll be born predisposed to ear infections. Thankfully, when it comes to their smiles, there is actually a lot you can do, as a parent, to help keep your kids’ smiles healthy. From regular dental checkups with your preventive dentist, to a careful hygiene routine, there are plenty of steps you can take to help your kids develop lifelong good dental habits. Continue reading “How You Can Help Your Kids Care for Their Teeth” →

Make Time for Preventive Dental Care

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Preventive Care Routine You’ll move heaven and earth to make sure you’re home for the season premiere of your favorite TV show, and you wouldn’t dare let your team down by missing their first big game. We make many small sacrifices for the little things that make life special. But where does your smile fall in that equation? Few things can have more impact on how other people perceive you – or your own self-esteem – as your smile. That is why it’s important to make regular preventive dentistry a very important part of your busy schedule. Continue reading “Make Time for Preventive Dental Care” →