Basics of Brushing
We were all taught to take care of our teeth from a young age, but do we really follow and understand the basics of brushing? Brushing and flossing may seem second nature to you, but how well are you really cleaning your teeth? It may seem like a crazy question to ask, but not that many people are actually brushing in a manner that is cleaning their teeth fully or using proper techniques. The first thing when you ask someone, how long should you brush for? – The answer without a doubt will be two minutes. Two minutes is the correct answer, because brushing for longer may damage your teeth and gums, but too short does not clean your teeth.
Read MoreDental Consequences of Thumb Sucking
It is so common to see young children sucking their thumbs. Maybe sometimes it is even easier to have them suck their thumb instead of being upset when there is no binky around. Thumb sucking may seem innocent, but it may be followed by some serious consequences.
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Finding a Cosmetic Dentist: The Importance of Research
Fighting Gum Disease with LANAP Laser Therapy
Though the use of lasers has matured in various industries around the country, dental lasers, to many people, may still seem like bleeding-edge technology that’s not quite ready for primetime. Well, that’s until they undergo a gum disease procedure that entailed the used of dental lasers. That’s when they find out that dental lasers are too effective at safely fighting gum disease to be labeled bleeding-edge – plus, they cause considerably less bleeding than traditional scalpels.
Read MoreInvisalign: Your Second Chance at Teeth Straightening
For some people, it was just too hard to wear colorful braces in their teen years. So, they never committed to the orthodontic care they needed in order to have straight teeth and a truly confident smile.
Read MoreHow Do Dental Implants Affect Other Teeth?
They’re the closest thing you can get to real teeth. And when properly placed, they look almost indistinguishable from natural teeth. But it can’t be all good, right? There have to be some risks associated with having dental implants placed alongside natural teeth. Turns out, there aren’t many risks. But there are some. Here’s what you should know about dental implants and how they can impact the other teeth in your mouth.
Read MoreDo You Need Anesthesia for Dental Implants?
It doesn’t take much effort for the imagination to conjure the worst when trying to envision a procedure that entails drills, titanium bolts and your jawbone. But as painful as it may seem, you probably won’t feel any pain when you have your dental implants placed.
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Your Options for Teeth Replacement After Oral Cancer
From the tongue to tonsils, many structures in the mouth can develop cancer. After beating cancer, many people will have lost at least one tooth. If that describes you, then see Dr. Parviz Roshanzamir at Wall Centre Dental about dental implants and other replacement options.
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