2016

What to Do if You Think You Have an Abscess

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If you have some swelling around a particular tooth, it is quite possible that you have an abscess. This is not something that can be left untreated and is likely to lead to a significant amount of pain and discomfort otherwise. While you plan to make a visit to the dentist, what can you do to help with the suffering in the meantime? What Causes It? An abscess is the result of pus building up beneath the skin’s surface.…

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Restoring Youth to Your Smile the New Cosmetic Dentists Way

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A few decades ago, dentists were just doctors who uprooted teeth and the Botulinum toxin was just a paralytic from some bacteria. Fast forward to today and cosmetic dentistry can literally do wonders to your whole mouth while the same Botulinum toxin is now a beauty product. If you had imagined back then dentists would now be successfully mixing these two separate scientific worlds into a marvelous mix of art and perfection, you are probably a great thinker.…

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5 Best and Worst Drinks for Your Teeth

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The beverages you drink can have a positive or negative effect on your dental health. While some drinks can cause enamel erosion and tooth decay, others can strengthen your teeth and protect your smile. Look after your oral health by making healthy choices every time you reach for a refreshing beverage. Worst Drinks For Your Teeth Regular Fizzy Drinks Crammed with sugar and also highly acidic, fizzy drinks like cola are terrible for teeth.…

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Can You Use Oil Pulling to Cure Gum Disease?

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If you’re looking for a natural treatment for gum disease, you may have come across oil pulling as an option. Based on Ayurvedic principles, oil pulling is generally used to remove toxins from your body. The practice is considered to be particularly good for your oral health, as pulling is focused in your mouth. How does oil pulling work on gum disease? Oil Pulling and Inflammation If you have gum disease, it’s important to keep your teeth and gums as clean as possible to prevent further problems developing; however, this isn’t always easy.…

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Cosmetic Dental Procedures to Remedy Microdontia

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Microdontia is a dental condition that makes your teeth smaller than averaged sized teeth. These smaller sized teeth are also characterized by gaps in between them, thus giving the appearance of baby teeth. In adults, this may deal a huge blow to your self-confidence. However, opting to remedy microdontia is not simply for aesthetic reasons. Living with this condition could also impact your ability to chew food properly, and this could lead to the premature wearing of your teeth.…

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Morning Sickness Tips: How to Freshen Up Your Mouth Without Damaging Your Teeth

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The first thing you may want to do after a bout of morning sickness is to freshen up your mouth. After all, after you’ve vomited, your mouth will taste and smell bad and your teeth may feel fuzzy and in need of a clean. However, you do need to be careful how you freshen up your mouth after being sick. The acids in vomit can be damaging to your teeth if you don’t handle them correctly.…

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Dealing with Dental Emergencies: How to Take Care of a Knocked-Out Tooth

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Dental emergencies can occur anytime and anywhere. It is, therefore, important to know a few tips on dealing with the emergency before seeking dental assistance. In the case of an avulsed or knocked-out tooth, you need to act as soon as possible, because, in most cases, the tooth can be reimplanted but the longer you wait, the fewer the chances of success. For this reason, here are a few first aid tips for a knocked out tooth.…

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What Are Your Available Options For Denture Adhesives?

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Your gums have a natural suction that helps hold your dentures in place. This is important and ensures that your dentures fit securely in your mouth. However, sometimes the dentures may become loose and start slipping. When this happens, you will need something to keep the dentures tightly fitting so that they function well and don’t cause discomfort. As such, denture adhesives will usually help you fit the loose dentures. Denture adhesives can also be used to provide more stability to your well-fitting dentures.…

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Orthodontics: Important Information for Parents

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Children worry about many things as they transition from childhood to adulthood and among them are bad breath and their facial appearance. Teeth that cannot fit together correctly greatly impact on these two issues. It is harder to keep them clean, resulting in bad breath or worse still, early tooth decay and eventually teeth loss. Crooked teeth can also undermine one’s appearance. Therefore, as a parent, it is important to check out on your child’s dental condition to determine whether they need treatment or not.…

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How Does Bulk Billing Work? A Guide For Parents

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If you’re a new parent, you may have heard of bulk billing in the context of dentists.  But what is bulk billing and how could it help you in funding your children’s future dental care?  Read on to find out more. What is bulk billing? Bulk billing is a payment option set up under Australia’s Medicare system.  Bulk billing is intended to help parents to pay for dental treatment for their children through the Child Dental Benefits Schedule (CDBS), provided they meet certain eligibility criteria.…

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