Most people dream of having a dazzling white celebrity smile. There are hundreds of products and methods to whiten your teeth, and some can actually give better results than others. Teeth whitening treatment can also differ greatly in cost. A laser whitening treatment can be very expensive but gives immediate and guaranteed results. On the other hand, using a teeth whitening toothpaste is the slowest method but is definitely the cheapest and can...more
By taking good care of your dental needs, your teeth will last a lifetime. Proper care of the teeth requires routine and correctly perform cleaning at home, accomplished by brushing with fluoride toothpaste as well as flossing twice a day. Additionally, you must visit your dentist for exams and cleanings at least bi-annually. Accurate execution of these cleaning protocols wards off cavities and gum disease. Avoiding gum disease and cavities...more
A gap between the teeth, particularly the front teeth, is a common condition. There are some situations where a person may not like the gap, particularly when they smile. It can often result in feelings of embarrassment and insecurity. If you have a gap in your front teeth and want to find a way to close it with having to wear braces, there are fortunately a number of other ways you can have it closed. Below are a number of methods used to fix a gap in your front teeth:1. A plastic retainer mouthpiece is an efficient method of closing the gap between the teeth. This method is a good choice for people who do not want to wear braces. This clear device is useful for the closing the gap on the top front teeth or on teeth that have experienced shifting.2. Veneers are effective at closing the gap between the teeth and they can also cover teeth imperfections. Veneers are available in composite and porcelain. They are often bonded to the front and tops of the teeth. After they have been placed, they look similar to the other teeth so people will not notice any differences. Veneers are thin, sturdy, tough, and resemble that of artificial fingernails. Veneers can be expensive.3. Teeth Effect...more
Having healthy teeth is key to a long and stress-free life. If you have ever experienced the excruciating pain of a tooth ache then you must know, better than anyone else, how important it is to take care of one's teeth. The food we eat has to be broken down by the teeth before it can be absorbed for it various nutritional...more
Constantly chewing gum seems like it would be detrimental to your oral health. Some people believe that it wears down teeth, causes more plaque, or creates jaw problems.However, the effects of chewing gum on the mouth are not at all as bad as what they may seem to be. In fact, some types of gum may be beneficial to the overall health of your...more
Some people do have enough room in their mouth to comfortably fit an extra four teeth, and if that is the case for you, consider yourself lucky. If not, getting them removed will only be painful for a couple of days and they it's over.There are many reasons why wisdom teeth need to be removed; one of those reasons is that there is simply not enough room. Sometimes the mouth is already full after the 12-year molars come it, and any more simply will not fit. These cases need to be removed very soon because the back molars are trying to come in, but cannot because there isn't any place for them to go. This can be very painful for someone, because of the pressure of the molars trying to come out of the gums. The pain in the back of your mouth will probably prompt you to ask your dentist or oral surgeon to remove the teeth. This is really the smartest choice, and though the pain of the surgery will last for a couple of days, it is better than a lifetime of pain every time you chew.Another reason to get your wisdom teeth removed is because they are impacting. This means that they are coming in side-ways are are pushing against your back molars. This too can be very painful, and...more
Teeth whitening has become increasingly popular over the years, especially with the introduction of take-home whitening strips that can be used by everyone. There are many options, both strong and mild, that can be utilized by anyone wanting "pearly...more
This dentist spends his waking hours trying to cure a disease that would be virtually eliminated if people would just brush their teeth. According to him, in the United States, almost 28 million suffer from gum disease or periodontitis. This socalled...more
Teeth whitening is as common as it is popular today and relatively safe and painless for most people. But as with anything it does pose some risks and there are a few things to bear in mind before you decide to give teeth whitening a try.One of the...more
Dental extractions are one of the easiest and finest ways to get respite from a tooth pain. As the name implies, any extraction consists of removing the tooth. If your pulp has died and the tooth has become greatly infected, extraction might be your...more
Many people want to know what the best natural tooth paste products are. Well, this is very difficult to figure out because there are so many. One such product may be oramd. Another similar product for teeth whitening is smile4you. Both of these...more
Almost everyone has had sensitive teeth, and the main problem is how one can get rid of them. Sensitive teeth are quite annoying, especially at times when you are at a party or enjoying your favorite meal and then it strikes. The good thing about it...more