I neglected my teeth for years, and after a root canal and several fillings to repair the damage I did, I decided to become serious about dental health. I made a pledge to visit the dentist every six-months and brush three times a day. While these were all good changes I made, I did make one bad decision and bought a "stiff" toothbrush. I also brushed much harder than I should have, and I learned at my next check-up that I was being too aggressive with my teeth. My dentist told me I had to start brushing more gently with a soft toothbrush, as I was causing my gums to recede by being so rough. I created this blog to encourage others to take great care of their teeth, but also remind them that good care means being gentle on your teeth and not brushing too hard.
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25 November 2015
You know when you have a toothache or sensitive teeth that it's time to see the dentist. What about other oral issues, such as sensitive or bleeding gums, canker sores that don't go away, or other mouth issues that cause discomfort? Here are 3 oral issues you should see your dentist about, even if they are unrelated to your teeth, and why it's important you do so.
Lip injury
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5 November 2015
Depression is a mood disorder characterized by the person feeling a cocktail of distressing emotions such as sadness, anxiety, and hopelessness for an extended period of time. There are a variety of causes and treatments for this condition, but one thing that may help a person rebound from it is getting dental implants. Here are two ways these oral appliances may assist with alleviating depression.
Improve Physical Health
A number of oral health problems develop when a person loses teeth due to disease or trauma.
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20 October 2015
Considering that even some adults experience dental fear, it likely comes as no surprise that a child suffering from autism may become overwhelmed and anxious during a dental visit. Even when doing everything right in introducing your child to the dentist and easing them into the atmosphere slowly, your child may just dislike being in that dental chair. Try these tips to help keep your autistic child calmer during dental visits.
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2 October 2015
If you have always had crooked teeth, you might have assumed that braces were your only choice for correcting them. However, you should know that veneers can be an option as well. Veneers do something completely different from braces; instead of actually correcting your permanent teeth, they are used to cover them up and give them the appearance of looking beautiful and straight.
Veneers are considered permanent, and they aren't for everyone.
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