My family's dental health is important to me. Unfortunately for me, it is not as important to my little ones. Getting my kids to brush and floss on a daily basis is almost like taking on an obstacle course. I talked to my family's dentist about different methods I could try to encourage them to brush and floss on a regular basis. Some of the tricks worked, some did not. After some experimentation and talking to other parents, I was able to come up with a lot of great tips for helping kids care for their teeth. I started this blog to help other parents get creative when it comes to their kids and dental care.
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A Guide to Creatively Handling a Child's Dental Health
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Scared Of Dentists? Try These Tips
25 June 2017
As a grownup, it's not always comfortable to admit fear to anyone else other than our families and close friends. Dentist checkups can make you uneasy, and that can lead you to avoid them for as long as you can; that is not good for your gums, teeth and overall oral health. To cope more easily and overcome the negative feelings you might feel, try these tips. Be Honest Perhaps the most vital thing you can do is to just be honest and communicative about your fears.
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Times When An Implant Can Immediately Be Installed After An Extraction
25 May 2017
Living with a gap in your mouth due to a missing tooth can be embarrassing, but you might not have to let that tooth hurt your self-esteem. If you are scheduled to have a tooth removed from your mouth, for whatever reason, you might be able to get a dental implant placed in your mouth right away. If you can do this, you will not have to worry about feeling embarrassed and insecure from having a missing tooth.
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A Few Tips For Handling A Dental Emergency
15 May 2017
When a dental emergency arises, it is important for you to be knowledgeable about the steps that you should be taking to respond to this situation. Sadly, you may not have given much thought to dental emergencies until you experience one. While the exact steps that you should take can vary based on the exact nature of your emergency, there are a few tips that you should keep in mind that can apply to many different situations.
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2 Tips for Avoiding Gum Infection When Wearing Dental Implants as a Senior
28 February 2017
A gum infection can be a common at any age. However, if you get dental implants at an older age, then keeping your gums infection free can be a bit more challenging to do. Gums quickly become infected when dental implants are installed because of buildup. This buildup can be caused by food and other contaminants that are hidden underneath your gum line. As a you get older, gum health becomes increasingly more important because you begin to experience gum and bone loss.
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Emergency Tooth Fix: Is Bonding A Good Idea?
16 February 2017
If you have ever broken a tooth, then you know how significant of a dental emergency it can be. One quick and less expensive way to repair a broken tooth is with bonding. Dental bonding is an option that can be used in place of an implant or veneers. It can also be a quick, temporary fix until more permanent measures can be taken. The following are some things to keep in mind about dental bonding.