Oral And Systemic Connection- Take A Closer Look At Your Teeth Your oral health is connected to an array of other health conditions that go beyond your mouth. The first signs of disease can often show up in your mouth before anything. One of the main oral diseases is gum disease. Through gum disease, bacteria may find access to your bloodstream, which leads to other health complications. Regular visits to your McLean dentist can do more...more
Effective Ways to Whiten Your Teeth Since 2000 BC white teeth have been the mark of beauty and a sign of wealth. Not unlike our ancestors, we share this vain ideology that a sparkling smile will make us more beautiful, more attractive and more valuable. Teeth whitening has only appeared within the main stream about two decades ago even though it has been around for thousands of years. Primarily only applied by dentists, teeth whitening...more
Natural, Easy Ways to Whiten Your Teeth Teeth whitening is no longer a procedure for movie stars and Hollywood actresses. The ability to get bright, white teeth is available to the average person. Throughout time our ideology has told us that a dazzling smile with white teeth is the mark of a beautiful person. It is everyone's desire to achieve this type of beauty. Over the past decade the production of over the counter, at-home teeth whitening kits has made this a possibility. Unfortunately, whitening strips, trays, pens and gels are just not as effective as laser bleaching or power whitening that is done by professional dentists. Additionally, all of these whitening procedures have a risk of damaging your teeth.Natural whitening techniques can be used to reduce discoloration and strains caused by plaque build up on your teeth. By using natural whitening methods you can reduce the risks that the harsh chemicals in over the counter products and dental procedures can cause to your teeth. These techniques are natural, safe, simple, and painless and can be found in almost everyone's kitchen. All of the ingredients can be easily purchased at the store. At home whitening is...more
The muscles and joints of the face as well as the teeth should work together similar to that of a well-oiled machine. However, this is not always the case because there are some instances where the teeth do not fit together properly. This can lead to straining of the muscles, grinding of the teeth, and even the loss of teeth. Cosmetic dentistry...more
How to Properly Take Care of Your Teeth As You Grow Older The teeth are created and fashioned to last a lifetime, but due to the harsh conditions of the environment brought about by pollution together with man's unhealthy daily diet the possibility of maintaining strong and healthy gums and teeth is slowly diminishing. In addition, the...more
Dental care is a habit that is very important but not many people pay attention to. It should be taught from the time a child can brush his own teeth.A dentist is a person who diagnoses and treats problems pertaining to the oral cavity. But, there are dentists who specialize in certain specific areas. Some of these dentists are:1. Pedodontist- they deal with dental problems in children.2. Prosthododontist- they deal with fabricating appliances for missing oral or facial structures.3. Periodontist- these dentists treat the supporting tissues of the teeth.4. Maxillofarcial surgeon- they extract teeth and treat facial conditions.5. Orthodontist- they specialize in areas that deal with rectifying the alignment of the teeth with braces.Teeth are a very important part of a person's face. Once lost it cannot be re-grown. Therefore, it is important that you take care of it now. It is advisable to get your teeth treated by the best reliable and efficient dentist.Most people ask themselves the question, how do I choose the right dentist? When you are choosing the right dentist you should look carefully and take your time. It is always recommended to ask family and friends to refer you to...more
Based on studies, it was possible for patients after 2 months of having implanted supported replacement teeth to increase their biting force by 85%. For the average chewing force, compared to before implant treatment it can increase by 300% within a...more
Teeth Whitening – The Reasons To Smile Another reason why people do not smile as often and as openly as they should and could is because the teeth have discoloured and stained over the years and this has resulted in a massive lack of self...more
Have you ever wondered why a lot of people seem to hide their smile?Indeed, nothing beats a genuine beaming smile. But hey, something seems to be wrong with that beaming smile. Could it just be your eyes, or it there really some sort of...more
Is Daily Brushing Enough To Clean Your Teeth? In recent years, many cases of gum diseases have been established to have a direct association to cardiovascular diseases, such as heart attacks and strokes. To prevent gum diseases, good oral...more
Your teeth are one of the first recognisable features seen by someone else, and you know what they say about first appearances. So if you want to make a good first appearance and impression, it would make good sense to invest in a beautiful white...more
Your teeth may no longer have their original beauty due to teeth stains and yellowing but listed here are the reasons why and suggestions of things that you can do to remedy the situation along with a natural solution to teeth whitening. Stained...more