2016

An Oral Appliance From Your Dentist May Help Your Sleep Apnea

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If you have sleep apnea, you want to find an effective treatment for it so you can sleep better at night and avoid any health complications. The first step is to see your doctor and find out what type of apnea you have. Obstructive apnea is the most common. It's caused when your airway collapses when you sleep. This causes you to snore and struggle to breathe. One possible treatment for obstructive sleep apnea is an oral appliance.

5 May 2016

4 Aftercare Tips For Teeth Whitening

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When you have your teeth whitened, you want to ensure that you have long lasting results. This way, the costs that you have put into whitening your teeth do not go to waste. In order to ensure long lasting results, you will want to follow up with great aftercare. Here are four aftercare tips to follow: Avoid Certain Foods For 48 Hours: After your teeth have gone through the teeth whitening process, you want to avoid certain foods and drinks because your teeth are more vulnerable to heavy staining during this time.

5 May 2016

Using Dental Veneers To Improve Your Appearance

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If you have stained teeth or even a chipped tooth, veneers are a great option to help cover up any imperfections and give you a nice, bright smile. Veneers come in several different types of material and the principle is the same as applying a fake fingernail over your nails, except that it's more permanent. Dental veneers are fairly easy to apply, affordable, and can give your teeth an attractive coating that's easy to maintain.

5 May 2016

Natural Substances That Can Be Used To Clean Or Whiten Your Teeth

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Some natural substances that you can add to your oral health regimen can help promote gum and tooth health. In addition, some can even whiten your teeth. Here are a few natural products that can be used to care for your teeth: Natural Substances that Clean the Teeth There are several natural substances that can be used as natural toothpaste to clean the teeth. Here are a few of them:

29 March 2016

Busting Myths About Gum Disease: A Guide For Seniors

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For many seniors, suffering from dental complications is thought to be a normal part of the aging process. This is, however, not necessarily true, as your teeth are designed to last a lifetime with proper oral hygiene and professional dental care. There are certain dental problems, such as gum disease, that shouldn't be associated with aging. This article seeks to debunk common myths about seniors and gum disease so you can take steps to prevent it or seek early treatment.

29 March 2016

Getting Braces As An Adult: Tips For You

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When you are an adult and find out that you need orthodontic work to improve your oral health or to better the appearance of your smile, you may be confused as to how you can and should handle the situation. After all, it is commonly believed that dental braces are primarily used on young children and teens whose permanent teeth have recently come in. The truth of the matter is that some people who would greatly benefit from orthodontic care do not get braces during their childhood for various reasons.

2 March 2016

Three Delicious Foods That Actually Promote Great Dental Health

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You can do more for your teeth than just regular brushing and flossing. It's easy to do the bare minimum, but why would you when there are a ton of delicious foods you can eat that will actually promote great dental health? Going above and beyond the call of duty to take care of your teeth has never tasted so sweet. Below is a list of delicious foods that you can add to your daily diet that will make your teeth healthier and stronger.

11 February 2016

4 Tips For Maintaining A Bright Smile After A Professional Teeth Whitening Procedure

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When it comes to cosmetic dentistry, one of the more popular procedures is teeth whitening. While there are many over-the-counter teeth-whitening products available in drug stores, if you're looking for the brightest smile possible in the shortest amount of time, it is a good idea to visit your dentist for a professional whitening treatment. But after making the investment to have your teeth whitened, it is important to maintain your bright smile if you want to keep it looking good.

20 January 2016

About Cavity Fillings And What To Expect

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If you have a cavity, then the recommended form of treatment will be a filling. The process for having a filling put in is a fairly simple one. This article will educate you on the process for getting a dental filling so you are better prepared when you go in for yours. When a filling can and cannot be used A filling is the preferred course of treatment for cavities. However, in order for a filling to be used, the tooth has to still be in healthy shape and it has to be able to hold the filling in place.

2 January 2016