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You must get your dental exam done after every six months. This is something we have all been reminded of again and again. But why actually are regular dental exams so vital? If you are somebody who thinks what makes dental cleanings and examinations so crucial, we are here to tell you the truth. Well, …
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What is Tongue Tie? Tongue tie, in scientific terms, is known as ankyloglossia. It is a condition in which the tongue is tethered to the floor of the mouth near its tip. As a result, people who have tongue tie have difficulties moving their tongue in free motion and consequently suffer from eating disorders, speech …
Tonsilloliths, commonly known as tonsil stones, are when accumulated debris of bacteria, cells or food particles are calcified on your palatine tonsils. Microorganisms, food and mucus can get trapped together in the nooks and crannies of your tonsils. If this becomes concentrated, it causes tonsil stones. Some people who suffer from tonsil stones report swelling …
Gum infection, also called periodontal disease, happens when the bacteria gets out of control underneath your gums and erodes your jaw bone. It’s usually relatively painless and unfortunately, it’s irreversible. Think Periodontal Disease Can’t Kill You? Think Again… This is actually more common than you might think… Tooth decay and periodontal disease are the 2 leading …
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If you were to ask your friends and family if they think that gums keep your teeth in place, many would say yes. But, they would be wrong. The correct answer is the jaw bone. It’s the jaw bone that holds everything together. However, there is a connect between the two. If your gums are …
It happens. Biting down on a hard candy, sports injuries, or even just a fall, can cause unplanned dental disasters. Here’s a list of best practices in the event something happens, and you or your child loses a tooth: Rinse your mouth with cool water and apply a cold compress on the outside of your …
We aren’t talking about the kind of bad breath caused by eating garlic or drinking coffee. No, that kind of thing can be fixed with a quick brush of your teeth. Or a breath mint (or two) if you’re out and about. But bad breath that you can’t get rid of. Bad breath people in …
This also works for your teeth too! Good oral hygiene is beneficial for the young and the young at heart. Along with that, you know you’re supposed to brush your teeth morning, noon and night. But that night one is tough. You kid is tired. You’re tired. Everyone is in a hurry to plop into …
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With the end of each year, people begin to think about what they might do different in the coming year. It would probably be fair to say, losing weight, quit smoking and exercising more top the list of resolution. Now, here’s a resolution you might want to consider making even before the end of the …
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I overheard a patient’s young son complaining about how it hurt when he drank something cold. His mother asked her son why he hadn’t told her about the pain he was experiencing. His reply, “You said not to be so sensitive.” It’s a cute response, but sensitive teeth are NO laughing matter. Biting. Cold. Heat. …
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