Quality oral care should begin when a child is very young (it’s good practice to scrub a baby’s gums even before teeth have sprouted, as bacteria can still accumulate on the gums). Remember that it’s important for your child to get regular checkups, twice yearly. Bring them for regular checkups with you. A child that’s… Read More »
It’s natural for a child to suck on its thumb or on a pacifier. It’s a comforting reflex for children, one that originates shortly after their first breaths of life. As the child gets older, this reflex will most likely carry through to times at nap, or any other time during which the child needs… Read More »
Consider these symptoms of tooth pain. You bite down and there’s a searing pain in your tooth that radiates into your jaw. The pain is intense and doesn’t seem to be localized to any particular area. It hurts to chew or to bite, however, when you stop chewing or biting, the pain is instantly gone. … Read More »
Fluoride is a natural cavity fighter. It helps resist cavities by helping the enamel to be more resistant to acids, and acids cause tooth decay. Most dentists recommend some type of fluoride toothpaste for both adults and children (although a child who is under the age of three, or a child who is unable to… Read More »
When we think of food that is bad for our oral health, we often think of sweets and candies. It’s true, excess sugars do contribute to poor oral health. But did you know that many other foods, if eaten too frequently or at inappropriate times, can be detrimental to our oral health. The oral health… Read More »
According to Billing Best Dentist, saliva is important; it washes away food and bacteria from our teeth and gums. Without saliva our mouths develop cavities quickly, and, also, if left unchecked for a period of time, could result in periodontal disease. Obviously dry mouth is common, nerves or exercise, even dry air can have our… Read More »
It’s the start of baseball and softball season. These games, which are still touted to be one of America’s favorite pastimes, are responsible for numerous dental emergencies every year. That doesn’t mean you are your children should not participate in this sport, it just means you should take some caution. It’s not the only sport… Read More »
If you were to go into the oral care section in the supermarket, you would find an entire wall of toothbrushes. There would be different sizes and shapes; toothbrush heads with different bristle firmness. There’d be manual toothbrushes and even mechanical, battery-operated toothbrushes that hum with power and spin or vibrate the brushing head. With… Read More »
Mouthwash is used for many reasons: Freshen breath, help (in conjunction with brushing) to prevent tooth decay, reduce plaque and gingivitis, even reduce the speed at which tarter forms on the teeth. Most mouthwashes are even available without a prescription. Your dentist can advise you if your well suited to the affects of mouthwash. It… Read More »
A white smile is important to most everyone. Regular tooth brushings and flossing are vital to a healthy, fresh, white set of teeth, but other factors can have influence on the color of teeth. The food and drink we partake in every day can have a major influence on the color of our teeth. Tea,… Read More »