2016

  • When Is It a Dental Emergency and When Can Your Situation Wait?

    When you have problems with your teeth, jaw, or inside of your mouth, some will be outright emergencies, while some might be considered urgent, meaning you should make an appointment as soon as possible even though the problem isn't necessarily an emergency. Of course it's always good to visit a dentist right away if you're not sure of what's an urgent problem versus what can wait, but note a few tips to keep in mind when it comes to your dental care.
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  • Planning a Pregnancy? Do These 3 Things First

    Having a baby with your partner can be such a joyful experience that many couples want to conceive as quickly as possible after making the decision to have kids. However, there are a few things you should do before you start trying to conceive to ensure that you and your unborn child remain healthy throughout the pregnancy. Work your way through this checklist before you start working on making a baby.
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  • Dental Implant Surgery: What You Can Expect

    If you have a tooth which has been badly damaged or lost, your dentist may recommend filling the gap using a dental implant. Inserting a dental implant will require dental surgery. The idea of undergoing dental surgery might make some people want to recoil, but due to advances in dental technology the process is faster and less painful that it used to be. A dental implant is a fantastic way to restore your smile.
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  • Should You Have a Tooth Extracted When You Have a Cold?

    If you're due to have a tooth removed and you have a nasty cold, you may be wondering whether you should reschedule the extraction until you feel a little better. In some cases, your dentist may advise you to wait until you've recovered from your cold on the basis that your cold may affect the extraction itself and the subsequent healing process. How can a cold affect a tooth extraction?
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  • Is It Better to Brush Your Teeth Before You Eat?

    Although it may make sense to brush your teeth after you eat to clean food off your teeth, there may be some benefits to switching to brushing before you have a meal. What are the advantages and disadvantages of a pre-meal rather than a post-meal brushing session? The Advantages of Brushing Before Eating While cleaning your teeth before you mess them up with food may seem counterintuitive, brushing before a meal does have some dental health benefits.
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  • Teenager Taming Tips: How to Win the Battle of the Toothbrush

    While parents may like the independence their children start to show when they turn into teenagers, this can also be a frustrating time. Teenagers are more able to look after themselves; however, they may not always make the right decisions or may be unwilling to follow your advice when they don't do things they should. For example, some teenagers may fall out of the habit of cleaning their teeth correctly and may ignore any advice you give them on oral hygiene.
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  • Will Tooth Whitening Treatments Affect Your Fillings?

    Tooth whitening treatments don't always work the same across all your teeth. Issues like staining and existing dental work may affect the evenness of the treatment and the shades of white you can achieve. How do fillings affect your whitening results and will your fillings be damaged when you whiten your teeth? Bleach May Not Affect the Shade of Your Fillings According to CHOICE Australia, the bleaches used in tooth whitening products and treatments don't typically affect the current colour of dental work like fillings.
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  • Alveoplasty: Will You Need This Before Denture Fitting?

    When there is no chance of saving a dead tooth, dentists will extract them. If there are a number of teeth being removed, you can then discuss partial or full denture options with a dentist who is knowledgeable about cosmetic dentistry. However, if you have unevenness in your jaw bone, you may need to also undergo a procedure called alveoloplasty before the denture fitting can take place. There is nothing to fear about alveoloplasty, especially when you know these facts before you head in to have it done.
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  • Need Dentures? Why You Should Choose Acrylic Over Metal

    If you are in need of dentures, your dentist will inform you that there are two major options to choose between. These are acrylic dentures which are made from plastic and metallic dentures which are mostly made of cobalt. Some metallic dentures are also made of gold. You will therefore have to choose between the two materials. If you are torn between the two and don't know which to choose, this article will show you why you should go with acrylic.
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  • Answers to Some of the Most Commonly Asked Questions About Braces

    Braces are a traditional, standard way of straightening your teeth. Today's braces can be clear or put behind the teeth when you are concerned about your appearance, or they can be applied over the front few teeth when you don't have serious alignment problems and only want to improve your smile. If you're considering braces you may have many questions for your orthodontist, but note a few of those questions here.
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