Dental implants require major surgery. After you get past the pain and the grog of anesthesia wearing off, you may still have some pain with which to contend. Thankfully, this pain should be short-lived and tolerable if you use pain medication from the dentist. Over the next few weeks, and for the rest of your life, you will need to take good care of your implants. Even though they are fake teeth, they can still wear down like your natural teeth. Read More»
Participating in a sport can be great for your health. However, there are some aspects of athletics that may actually be hazardous to certain parts of your body—namely your teeth and gums. To ensure that your athletic participation does not leave you with tooth decay, fractured teeth, or a nasty case of gum disease, follow these tips. Use sports drinks judiciously. Sports drinks can be good for replacing lost electrolytes and carbohydrates after a hard workout. Read More»
Did you know that strawberries have natural components in them that help keep teeth white and healthy? The astringent found in strawberries helps remove stains from the surface of teeth, and the high amount of vitamin C the berries have work to get rid of plaque. They can be eaten alone or used in a variety of recipes to promote good oral health between dental visits. Here are a couple of fun and tasty recipes your little one is sure to love: Read More»
With some pains, you can try to put them out of your head and go about your business. Then, there are other types of pain that stop you in your tracks. They become the only thing that you can think of. They can make it hard to think, work, sleep, and do any of the other things you normally do on a daily basis. This article will walk you through some of the ways you can get a break from that awful pain until you are able to get in to see the dentist. Read More»
It’s easy to envy someone who has a vibrant, beautiful smile. When others’ pearly whites shine bright, it can be a reminder of all the things that you may be doing to sabotage your own lovely smile. Instead of wasting time on envy, follow their lead. Develop these six essential habits, and you may soon find yourself being someone with healthy teeth yourself. Habit #1: They Brush Their Teeth for At Least Two Minutes at a Time Read More»