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.
15 August 2019
In years past, if you wanted to correct crooked teeth you would have to wear metal braces for a set period of time and visit an orthodontist regularly to have the braces adjusted. However, in this day and age, misaligned teeth can be corrected through the use of invisible aligners. With invisible aligners, you will wear a set of aligners for a few weeks and then use a new set of aligners.
15 July 2019
Dental implants can be a lifesaver for people who want to retain the full function and appearance of the teeth. Before you make the decision on receiving the implant device, your oral surgeon will provide you with all of the information you need to make the right choice. This means giving you both the positive and negative information in relation to the procedure. One thing you will learn about is the potential for nerve damage during the surgical procedure.
21 June 2019
After you get your braces removed, you may notice white spots on your teeth called white spot lesions. Acids left behind by bacteria breaking down sugar in your mouth dissolve calcium and other minerals out of your teeth if they're left in contact with the surface of your teeth for too long. White spot lesions then show up due to demineralization under the tooth's surface enamel. They're common in areas where it's difficult to brush plaque away, like around the brackets and bands of your braces.
20 May 2019
While most people who get dental implants never have problems, others may develop implant failure. This is typically the result of preexisting medical conditions, and sometimes, the result of prescription medications. Here are some things that may raise your risk for dental implant failure and what you can do about them: Insufficient Blood Supply If you have a medical condition that causes poor circulation such as diabetes or peripheral vascular disease, then the blood supply to your dental implant surgical sites may be not be sufficient enough to maintain the healthy bone and soft tissue that is essential for proper functioning dental implants.
23 April 2019
Cosmetic dentists go beyond the functionality of your teeth, giving you a smile that you can be proud of. With new technology, the ability to replace missing teeth and reshape teeth continues to improve. Whether you have discolored teeth that you want to whiten or you are tired of teeth that are too short for your mouth, it's time to see how a cosmetic dentist can provide you with the changes you want.