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How To Protect Your Teeth From Cavities
How does acavity form in atooth? First, for atooth to be susceptible to decay, the bacteria which we all carry in our mouths must adhere themselves to the tooth by combining with proteins in saliva and food debris, and forming a layer known as plaque.
These bacteria consume the food debris with which they come into contact, and often digest it within a matter of mere minutes. Bacteria are very fond of easily digestible foods like potato chips, candy, ice cream, milk, cakes and other foods containing carbohydrates. Eventually, these bacteria need to "relieve" themselves and do so by excreting an acid which if concentrated in one area, can actually dissolve the calcium in atooth.
If a small colony of plaque remains attached to a tooth surface for a period of time, it can cause localized destruction of the tooth enamel, which left untreated can eventually destroy the tooth and the ...
February 22, 2010Dental News0Continue reading
Putting The Squeeze On Toothpastes!
Readers should know that brushing at least twice aday with toothpaste is important for several reasons.
First; toothpaste combined with the correct brushing action works to remove plaque (a sticky, harmful film of bacteria that grows on our teeth, and can cause cavities, gum disease, and eventual tooth loss if not controlled).
Second; a toothpaste containing fluoride makes the entire tooth structure more resistant to decay and promotes remineralization, which helps to repair early decay before the damage can even be seen.
Third; special ingredients in the toothpaste help to clean and polish your teeth.
Fourth; toothpaste helps freshen breath and leaves your mouth with aclean feeling.
However, contrary to what all those toothpaste commercials show, the amount of toothpaste or gel needed on your brush for effective cleaning does not have to be a"heaping" amount. Simply squeeze a ...
February 15, 2010Dental News0Continue reading
Dental Implants - The Next Best Thing To The Real Thing
Perhaps you hide your smile because of spaces from missing teeth. Perhaps you have difficulty chewing. Perhaps you have dentures that don't feel secure.
If you are missing one or more teeth and would like to smile, speak, and eat once again with comfort and confidence, we have good news for you. The science of dental implantology has progressed remarkably in recent years.
Today's dental implants are teeth that can look and feel just like your own natural teeth. They can be the next best thing for you if you are missing any of your teeth, providing increased confidence and self-esteem that can change aperson's life.
Implants are "titanium roots" that integrate into the structure of your jawbone. Dental implants can be used to replace asingle lost tooth or many missing teeth. They can also be used to anchor crowns, bridges, or dentures. They look and feel so much like natural ...
November 25, 2009Dental News2Continue reading
Healthy, Attractive Smiles Now An Attainable Dream
It's been said that a person's smile is the key to both personal and professional success. Regardless of where you come from or what language you speak, your smile is an important form of communication and one of the best expressions of who you are and how you feel about yourself.
A brilliant smile radiates joy, excitement and vitality. Sadly, many people avoid smiling because they are concerned about imperfections in their teeth. The art of dentistry has grown exponentially over the last few years. Cosmetic and restorative procedures are more comfortable than ever and the array of high tech services and materials now available can help your dentist to create beautiful, natural smiles that can transform your appearance... and more importantly the desire to smile.
Cosmetic dentistry is no longer the exclusive domain of the rich and famous. Today, it's an attainable dream ...
November 4, 2009Dental News0Continue reading
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People have different dental problems and benefit from different toothpastes. Talk to your dentist about the toothpaste that best suits your needs.
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October 20, 2009Dental Tips0Continue reading
