If your dentist recommends a dental crown, you may wonder what such treatment entails. It is always good to be aware of the steps you will experience during a medical procedure. Usually, the more you know the less fearful you are. That is why today we are going to explain the crown placement procedure. A dental crown procedure is a common, long-lasting, and effective treatment. So, read on to learn more about dental crown placement.
How Chocolate Can Be Good For You But Bad For Your Teeth
Is chocolate your passion? If so you are in good company. According to research a typical adult can eat their own body weight in chocolate in about ten years, and many of them do. In Switzerland chocolate consumption per individual equals 21 lbs a year, and about half that in the U.S. Do you know why people like chocolate so much? It’s because it produces some of the same physical effects as a passionate kiss. It seems terribly unfair then to be told you shouldn’t eat it because it is bad for your teeth. But is it? How can chocolate be so good for you, but bad for your teeth?
Bruxa, bruxa, bruxa?
Do you remember the silly jingle from the movie Grease? Brusha, brusha, brusha, use the new Ipana, or something along those lines. Well, here is a new jingle for you: Bruxa, bruxa, bruxa, use a mouth guard! Of course brushing is good for your teeth but bruxing is not. Take our multiple choice quiz below to see how much you know about bruxing and whether or not you may bruxa, bruxa, bruxa.
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Treating Gum Disease
Did you know that half of adult Americans have gum disease? Gum disease is on the rise. Our ancient ancestors show no indication of ever having gum disease. It is believed that this is because of their diet. They existed on fresh vegetation, meat, nuts, and berries. Today our diets consist of an abundance of sugars, processed foods, and starches. If you suspect that you might have gum disease and are afraid to get it treated, you are in the right place. Today we discuss how dentists treat gum disease.
Help Your Child Avoid Dental Anxiety
It is believed that fear can be learned and also instilled by a secondary source. In other words, in some cases it doesn’t just come from nowhere, and a person can fear something they never even experienced before. According to studies, dental fear and anxiety affects over 29 percent of the adult population, and almost half of children, and these figures may be low. Does your child fear the dentist, and if so, does he or she fear the dentist because of a bad experience or for some other reason? You can help your child avoid dental anxiety.
Dental Checkups: A Step Toward Prevention
A regular oral hygiene regimen is important to your dental health and your dental health is important to your physical health. You wouldn’t consider skipping your yearly physician’s exam, and you shouldn’t consider skipping your twice yearly dental exams–but people do. In fact, when it comes to saving time and money, one of the first things to go is dental treatment. However, it shouldn’t be that way because dental checkups are a major step toward prevention.
Compelling Reasons To Schedule Dental Cleanings
Surely, you can think of a very long list of exciting ways to spend your time and getting your teeth cleaned is probably not one of them. While we understand it may not be your favorite way to spend a small portion of your day, we think you may feel a bit more enthusiastic about scheduling dental cleanings to protect your smile if you just knew a little more about them. For a better understanding of why cleanings are so important, become familiar with some very compelling reasons to remember to schedule one every six months.
Preventive Dentistry: Test Your Knowledge
You may feel like you have spent your entire life hearing about the importance of preventive dentistry. In fact, you probably feel pretty certain that when we suggest you visit us once every six months for a preventive visit that we are doing you a major favor. However, because you may not fully know why we make these recommendations or the extent of prevention’s power for protecting your teeth and gums, you may occasionally forget to schedule a visit or skip one. Before you trick yourself into believing a missed appointment is no big deal, we ask that you learn more about preventive services. The more you know, the greater your chance of enjoying a beautiful, healthy smile for many years to come. Test your knowledge!
What to Do About Cracks, Spaces, Chips, and More
Did you chip a tooth? Perhaps your tooth displays a small crack that hasn’t damaged its health but that you cannot stand to look at in the mirror. Are you someone whose teeth have small spaces between them, which causes you to wish your smile appeared more beautifully consistent? Fortunately, we can address these cosmetic concerns and more by improving your smile with dental bonding. Not sure what this treatment is but your mood has perked up now that hope is within reach? Learn more about how we may use bonding to help you achieve your personal smile goals.
Whitening Your Smile: FAQs
Have you found yourself attempting to hide your smile by keeping your lips over your teeth? Perhaps you cover your smile with your hand as often as possible because of discoloration that has left you with a yellow or dim grin, rather than a glowing white one. While you may feel like your teeth will never look brilliant again, we beg to differ. Though dedicated brushing and flossing cannot lift stains, visiting us for teeth whitening will brighten your smile effectively and safely. Wondering if you qualify for treatment and what you can expect from the whitening experience? Wonder no more: