Three Possible Options For Replacing Missing Teeth
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11 September 2015
If one or more of your teeth are missing, you will have a variety of options available to you. Your dentist will give you an exam and let you know which options you are a good candidate for. If you can go just about any route, then you want to educate yourself on the ins and outs of each so you can make a more informed decision. Read the information below so you get a clear understanding of what each type of treatment has to offer and how they are done.
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Precautions To Prevent Asthma Medication From Damaging Your Teeth
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20 August 2015
Asthma medications have been linked to multiple dental conditions. For this reason, asthma patients should be extra careful when it comes to their dental care. Here are three precautions you should take to reduce the threat of asthma medication on your dental health:
Rinse after Every Medication
Some asthma medications, including those used in nebulizers and inhalers, are acidic. This lowers the pH of saliva, making it acidic and demineralizing (removing the minerals from) the tooth enamel.
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3 August 2015
Porcelain veneer is designed to look and function like a natural, normal tooth enamel. While some aspects of porcelain veneer care are a little different from natural tooth care, veneer care involves only a few basic rules and tips.
Cleaning Routine
Your recommended tooth cleaning routine will remain the same with or without veneers. Brush your teeth and floss twice daily using a standard toothbrush, tooth paste and floss. There are toothpastes on the market that are designed specifically for cleaning porcelain veneers, but using these products is not necessary.
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How to Keep Your Kids Laughing It Up after Dental Sedation
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17 July 2015
Nitrous oxide, commonly known as laughing gas, is one of the most commonly used types of sedation in pediatric dentistry. Laughing gas is known to impart a euphoric or even giggly feeling within minutes. The effects continue for the whole procedure since the child gets a continual dosage of the gas until the dental work is complete. Some of the laughing gas effects may last for a short while after leaving the dentist's office, although the majority of kids will feel like themselves within 10 minutes following the procedure.
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