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April Is Dental Health Month The Perfect Time To Enhance Your Smile
April is dental health month! It's a wonderful time to think about treating yourself to a gorgeous, healthy smile... a smile that can turn heads, a stunning smile that says, "I care about myself:'
The quality of a person's smile is an indication of the individual's sense of well-being. A beautiful smile with healthy teeth and gums can improve a person's self-esteem and provide greater confidence, changing the way others see you and perhaps most importantly, how you see yourself.
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 dental procedures are more comfortable than ever and the array of high tech services and materials now available can help dentists create beautiful, natural looking smiles that can transform a person's facial ...
April 28, 2008Dental News0Continue reading
Orthodontics An investment in dental health
Orthodontics involves the diagnosis, prevention and treatment of facial irregularities. Commonly known as "bad bites", orthodontic problems can affect your dental and general health, as well as your appearance.
We all know how important a healthy smile can be. As your teeth, jaws and lips become properly aligned through orthodontic therapy, your self image can improve. This is just one of the benefits.
Preventing further physical health problems is equally important. If the teeth are out of position, they are more difficult to clean, increasing the risk of tooth decay and periodontal (gum) disease. If chewing is difficult, people may not eat the foods needed for good nutrition. If your bite is poor, extra strain may be placed on the chewing muscles, possibly causing pain and problems with your jaw joint.
Speech impairment, bone destruction and chipped teeth may also result ...
April 21, 2008Dental News0Continue reading
Most Mouthwashes Just Don’t Wash
Whether it's to mask bad breath, fight cavities or prevent the buildup of plaque, mouth washes or rinses serve a variety of purposes. Or so we think!
Though they may leave your mouth with a clean, fresh taste, some rinses can be harmful, concealing bad breath and unpleasant taste that may be signs of serious periodontal diseases which cause inflammation and degeneration of the supporting structures of the teeth, and tooth decay.
Most over-the-counter (OTC) mouth washes, while they may be effective oral antiseptics that freshen the mouth and curb bad breath for a few hours; have limited success in helping prevent tooth decay, gingivitis and periodontal disease. Many of these OTC mouth rinses aren't much more effective against plaque and periodontal disease than rinsing with plain water.
What's more, there can be side effects to using mouth washes. Most OTC mouth washes contain ...
April 14, 2008Dental News0Continue reading
What You Should Know About Brushing Your Teeth Properly
Which toothbrush is best? Angled heads, raised bristles, oscillating tufts and handles that change colours with use: you name it; toothbrushes come in all shapes, colours and sizes, promising to perform better than the rest. However, no body of scientific evidence exists yet to show that anyone type of toothbrush design is better at removing plaque than another. Generally speaking, your toothbrush head should be small (1 inch X one-half inch) for easy access. It should also have soft nylon bristles with rounded ends so you won't injure your gums while brushing and it should have a long, wide handle allowing for a firm grip.
What matters most is that you brush your teeth effectively. Many people simply don't brush long enough. In fact, most people brush for about a minute or less, but to effectively reach all areas in your mouth and scrub off cavity-causing bacteria, it is ...
April 8, 2008Dental News0Continue reading
Daily Flossing A Vital Part Of Oral Hygiene
Effective dental hygiene takes more than just brushing your teeth! Next to brushing, daily flossing is the most important thing you can do to protect your oral health. Daily flossing is an essential part of the tooth cleaning process because it breaks up and removes plaque trapped between your teeth and at the gumline, where periodontal disease often begins.
Proper brushing and flossing will minimize the number of bacteria that inhabit our mouths. Without daily flossing, millions of these microscopic monsters can call your mouth home, feeding on the food particles left between the teeth. These bacteria produce an acid as a result of their feasting that can eat into the tooth enamel creating cavities. Moreover, these bacteria also generate volatile sulfur compounds that create embarrassing bad breath.
Cavities often start between the teeth. This is because while brushing cleans ...
April 3, 2008Dental News0Continue reading
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