Do you want your teeth to feel and look slick? Do you have a desire to have gleaming teeth? Well, dental polishing is the way to go. Tooth polishing/coronal polishing refers to the process of smoothing the exposed tooth surface using a slow-speed dental tool. The following are the top six reasons you should polish [...]
Most foods preferred by kids offer little or no benefit to their growing bodies. Are you a parent wondering what drinks or foods are beneficial or harmful to your child’s teeth? Well, read on to find out what your kid should not take. Sugary Cereals Talk of sticking like glue! This is exactly what happens [...]
A remarkable amount of people suffer tooth loss during their lifetime, from injury, tooth decay or gum disease. For a number of years, the only treatment options to replace missing teeth were dentures and bridges. Implants are a modern alternative to these traditional choices. Inserted into the jaw, implants are surgically placed replacement tooth roots, [...]
A smile is often one of the first things people notice when meeting a new person. Cosmetic dentistry goes beyond restoring teeth to their proper function, focusing on aesthetics as well. This branch of dentistry is more popular than ever (and crosses over with several other dental disciplines), comprising a range of treatments to enhance [...]
Dental care is important for all members of your family, no matter their age. Here are five easy tips to help promote healthy oral care in your family. Brush and floss every day You and your family's oral health routine should involve brushing twice a day. Regular brushing helps prevent the build-up of plaque, a [...]
A natural mineral found in rocks and soil, fluoride can be found in a variety of water sources including some brands of bottled water. The amount of fluoride found naturally can vary widely but is present in both salt and freshwater as well as soil and some foods. Volcanic activity and weathering processes release fluoride, [...]
As a parent, you might be wondering when the Tooth Fairy will pay her first visit to your child. You may also be wondering how to handle the pain and the bleeding that can accompany the loss of teeth. The First Adult Teeth Before actually losing any teeth, your child will gain two. You may [...]
In the perils of parenting, it is amazing how young children will do anything to make you happy – until you ask them to do it. When it comes to tooth care – this is an ongoing battle for many parents whether they have toddler to teens. And sadly, despite prevalent dental care and more [...]
