When it comes to dental health, the importance of having a full set of teeth cannot be overstated. Not only do teeth allow us to chew and digest food properly, but they also play a crucial role in our speech, facial structure, and self-esteem. For individuals missing several teeth, dentures are not just a dental…
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Why Dentures Are Important: More Than Just a Smile
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The Step-by-Step Process of Dental Implant Surgery: What to Expect
Dental implants have become a popular and effective solution for replacing missing teeth. Unlike dentures or bridges, dental implants provide a permanent base for fixed, replacement teeth. They are designed to blend seamlessly with your natural teeth, offering a long-term solution for those looking to restore their smile. If you’re considering dental implants, it’s important…
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How Dentists Fill Cavities: Your Guide to a Healthier Smile
Cavities, also known as dental caries, are one of the most common health problems worldwide. They occur when bacteria in your mouth turn sugar into acid, which then eats away at your teeth. If you’ve recently been told by your dentist that you have a cavity, you might be wondering what comes next. Fear not!…
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Causes and Treatments of Chipped or Cracked Teeth
A cracked or chipped tooth can result from natural causes or trauma. Even though tooth enamel is the hardest surface in the body, they can still be damaged through everyday activities. Leaving a cracked tooth untreated can lead to losing the tooth altogether. Cracked or chipped teeth can be easily treated by a dentist. Causes…
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When Should Kids Start Brushing Their Teeth
As kids’ teeth come in at different ages, it may be difficult to figure out when to start brushing their teeth. Is it worth brushing two baby teeth? Just as many personal hygiene routines change as kids get older, so should their oral health routines. Baby teeth may be small and impermanent, but they act…
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Can Vaping Affect Your Oral Health?
Smoking and chewing tobacco have been long associated with oral cancer, gum disease, stained teeth and more. While electronic cigarettes and other vaping devices have been touted as an alternative way to smoke because they don’t contain tobacco, it does not necessarily mean vaping is a “better” option. Without tobacco, does vaping still affect your…
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I Have Crooked Teeth. What are My Options?
Most people aren’t born with perfectly straight teeth, and having crooked teeth can range from being a cosmetic nuisance to interfering with how someone chews and speaks. Crooked and misaligned teeth can also be traps for food particles, making it easier for plaque buildup to form and for teeth to decay. Crooked teeth are common,…
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How to Cope with Dental Anxiety
It’s estimated that 60 percent of people have some kind of dental anxiety and dental phobia is a recognizable diagnosis in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders. Even though this shows that dental anxiety is quite common, it can still have an impact on a person’s quality of life.This type of anxiety usually…
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Common Tooth Discoloration Causes
Teeth can become yellowed or otherwise discolored for a variety of reasons, including food and drink choices, bad dental hygiene routines, smoking or other tobacco use, chronic illness or medications, and other reasons. Stains and discoloration happen on the surface of the tooth (the enamel) or sometimes even below the enamel. Stains on the surface…
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Sparkling Water is Good for You, Right?
Drinking water is good for your health in virtually every way – it keeps the proper fluid balance in your body, helps the digestive system to operate smoothly and rejuvenates and moisturizes skin. That’s just to name a few. But drinking plain water can be boring, so many people turn to sparkling water to stay…