Dental Implant Surgery: What You Can Expect
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20 June 2016
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?
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2 June 2016
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?
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28 April 2016
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
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28 April 2016
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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