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2 Natural Teas Alleviate Soreness After Scuba Diving With New Braces As A Young Adult

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If you decide to go diving immediately after getting your Invisalign braces installed, then this can result in soreness. New braces are still adjusting to the alignment of your teeth and working on moving them into place. Using a regulator while diving requires you to bite down on the device. Biting down on a mouth guard while scuba diving will result in some added stress on your braces. As a result, you may notice some soreness from your teeth once you have completed your dive. Read More»

Top 5 Reasons To Take Your Child To A Pediatric Dentist

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A good oral health routine is essential for children, and part of that routine should include regular dental exams. If you have a young child, you may want to consider scheduling appointments with a pediatric dentist instead of a general dentist. There are many reasons to have your children see a pediatric dentist, such as: Specialized Training Pediatric dentists undergo advanced training directly related to children’s teeth. A pediatric dentist will have a more in-depth understanding of common dental problems that affect young children. Read More»

3 Ways to Prevent Bad Breath

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Bad breath is not a major dental health issue, but it can cause massive disruptions in your day to day life and have major implications for your self-esteem. Thankfully, there are a number of things that you can do to reduce the amount of bacteria in your mouth that causes bad breath and improve your overall dental health. Flossing Though it’s the advice that you hear every time you go the dentist, it actually has practical implications. Read More»

3 Different Things To Weigh When Finding A Dentist In Your New City

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If you just had to relocate to a new city for work, you are going to need to find new health care providers. Here are three specific factors that you should weigh when choosing a new general dentist for your dental health care needs. #1 Their Hours Of Operation The first thing that you need to take into consideration is the hours of operation that the dentist is open and how those hours line up with your schedule. Read More»

What Can You Do If You Have A Dental Emergency?

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Dental emergencies happen when you least expect them. They can happen when playing sports, biting into a too hard candy or even eating popcorn kernels. When you have a dental emergency such as a cracked tooth or even a tooth that was knocked out, there are some things you can do that could potentially save your tooth before you head to the dentist to have it fixed. Knocked Out Tooth Read More»

What Happens if Your Child Loses a Baby Tooth Prematurally

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Some children are accident prone and fall quite often. If your son or daughter is one of these children, then your child may experience a dental injury at a young age. If a baby tooth is knocked out, then this is not a serious issue. However, treatment will be required. Keep reading to learn what will happen when your child sees his or her family dentist.  The Dentis Will Inspect Your Baby’s Mouth Read More»

3 Big Reasons Why Smoking Is Hard on Your Teeth

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There are few things that can make you feel confident when you go out into the world like a pretty and white smile that you can flash as a sign of happiness or even just a friendly hello. Unfortunately, if you are a smoker, your smile may not be so white, bright, or reassuring to share. The fact is, smoking is hard on your teeth. However, a lot of smokers don’t understand just why smoking is so hard on their teeth. Read More»

How to Treat Receding Gum Lines at Home

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Receding gum lines is a common dental condition that can sneak up on you over time; it isn’t always immediately visible because it tends to happen slowly, and it doesn’t start to cause any pain or discomfort until it’s already progressed for months or even years. If you’re worried your gums are receding, you can help stop the problem by making sure your dental hygiene is up to par and that you’re alleviating pressure on your teeth. Read More»

2 Tips To Avoid Chipping Your Dental Implants As A Teen

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Dealing with missing or damaged teeth at a young age can be difficult to do. This is even harder when you are going through high school. If you are fortunate enough to get dental implants as a teen, then this can vastly improve your overall smile and appearance. While dental implants are constructed in a way that will allow them to last many years this does not protect them from damage. Read More»

Understanding The Benefits Of Opting For An Amalgam Dental Filling

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If you need a dental filling in one of your back teeth, then you have some choices available to you. Two of the most common filling materials are composite resin and amalgam. While composite fillings are regularly used in the front of the mouth or in any area that is likely to be noticed by an observer, amalgam fillings can, and are often are, chosen for the back teeth. The fillings may not necessarily look pretty, but there are quite a few benefits to choosing them over composite ones for the premolars and molars. Read More»