Many people suffer from sensitive teeth. This gives them grief every time they drink something cold or even brush their teeth. Sometimes the problem is nothing to worry about, but other times, it is an indicator of something a bit more serious. I'm lucky to have never experienced sensitive teeth before, but my best friend cringes whenever she eats ice cream. What is causing your teeth to hurt? Read more about Why Do My Teeth Hurt?
Did you know that if your teeth have a brown or yellow hue to them it can make it look older; ten years older even? A white, bright, healthy smile can do more than just make you more photographic in pictures. It can make you look younger too.
Here are a few anti-aging cosmetic procedures to ask your dentist about to take years off your look:
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Sure, we all know that we are supposed to brush our teeth after every meal, but that is not always possible. How on earth do dentists expect us to have a toothbrush and toothpaste handy every time we eat? Do they really brush their teeth that much? The answer to both of those questions is a surprising NO.
While it is highly recommended that we try to brush each time we eat, it is not always a plausible scenario. However, there are a few things that we can do to prevent decay when brushing is not an option. Read more about Keeping Teeth Clean When You Can't Brush
Let's face it. Almost no one enjoys going to the dentist. But the dentistry profession is attempting to make things more comforting for the patient. First, there was sleep dentistry, which enabled you to be knocked out while you got a root canal.
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Sure, I preach about taking care of your teeth everyday to avoid cavities, but sometimes, even with the best dental hygiene, decay still forms. This happened to me at my last dental cleaning. The dentist noticed his pick "sticking" in the grooves of a molar. He told me that I had developed a small cavity. I went ahead and scheduled my filling for the next week.
Fast forward to today... Read more about Filling Without Being Numbed!
We all know that it is important to practice good oral hygiene. Not only does it help to keep your breath fresh, but it helps prevent tooth decay -- allowing you to keep your teeth longer. Now, there is a new reason to add to the list. Researchers at Yale University School of Medicine report that taking good care of your teeth may even help reduce the risk of pneumonia.
This news is particularly noteworthy for elders and seniors who are at increased risk of developing pneumonia; these individuals may be able to reduce their risk of developing pneumonia by keeping the bacteria in their mouth low.
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Most people take care of their teeth for cosmetic purposes. No one wants to smile when they have discolored or missing teeth. What many people fail to realize is that your teeth are a window into the rest of your health. Bad teeth or gum problems can be an indicator of something much bigger going on with your body. Read more about Teeth and Your Overall Health
Ever since we were children, we have been taught that sugar leads to tooth decay. That candy bar that you just ate could lead to a nasty trip to the dentist's chair, so it is always best to brush your teeth after eating sweets and candies, or to avoid them altogether.
What we were not educated about were the foods that could actually prevent tooth decay in the first place. That's right, there are several different types of foods and drinks that can actually make teeth less prone to cavities. Eating a diet rich in these tasty foods will make your trips to the dentist a little more pleasurable and a lot less painful. Read more about Eating to Prevent Dental Problems
Buxism is the official name for grinding your teeth while sleeping. Surprisingly, it occurs in more people than you might think. It occurs in up to 17 percent of children, and affects both sexes the same.
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Not too long ago, I decided to have my wisdom teeth pulled at the suggestion of my dentist. They were beginning to get cavities, and I had one partially impacted tooth on the bottom. My dentist showed me how there was not enough room in my mouth for these teeth. I put on my big girl panties and scheduled the procedure.
My extractions were not too exciting, although I remained awake for the entire procedure. In fact, my dentist and I were cracking jokes the entire time. A few weeks later, however, I started feeling a pain in my jaw - it was something I've felt before, but this time it was much worse. I went back to the dentist to ask about this strange, throbbing pain. Since I felt it mainly around my extraction site, I thought it was a dry socket. Oh, how I was mistaken. Read more about Learning to Live With the Pain of TMJ