Month: April 2019

Flossing every day ensures that teeth are as clean as possible, reducing the chances of tooth decay and gum disease:

– Those who don’t floss miss cleaning over one-third of the surface of each tooth.

– Keep floss at home, in the office and in your bag so it’s always to hand when needed.

– Integrate flossing into your daily routine, such as right before you brush your teeth in the evening.

“Flossing has tremendous impact on our oral health. Work out a plan that’s easy for you to stick to.”

Read the full story here: https://www.drmichaels.com/blog/make-flossing-your-habbit

For people who wear braces, a mouthguard is an essential piece of gear to protect your mouth from injuries.

Key takeaways:

•Mouthguards prevent injuries to the teeth by providing a barrier between the braces and cheeks which act as cushions.

•You should talk to your dentist about the right mouthguard that will provide maximum protection for your cheeks, lips, and teeth.

•If your child has braces, ensure they carry a mouthguard to school and wear it to sports.

Avoid wearing a retainer or any other removable appliance, during contact sports.

Read the full article at https://www.mouthhealthy.org/en/az-topics/m/mouthguards?utm_source=mouthhealthyorg&utm_medium=mhteensrotator&utm_content=mouthguards.

Did you know that early orthodontic treatments may have a profound impact upon the health of a child later in life? These are reasons why you should talk to a dentist sooner as opposed to later:

• It is much easier to adjust the position of the teeth.
• Treatments are likely to be completed faster at an early age.
• More orthodontic work in the future can possibly be avoided.

“Because bones are still growing, it’s an ideal time to evaluate a child.”

Learn more about early orthodontic treatment options here:

https://www.colgate.com/en-ph/oral-health/cosmetic-dentistry/early-orthodontics/early-orthodontics-may-mean-less-treatment-later

Dental implants are titanium posts which are implanted in to the jawbone before having an abutment and crown fitted on top. They look and feel like natural teeth and have a number of advantages over dentures.

Key takeaways:

• Implants are permanent and do not require you to buy adhesives or any special cleaners.
• They look and feel like natural teeth and require similar brushing, flossing and dentist check-ups.
• Dental implants help to stop loss of jaw bone which occurs when teeth are lost.

“When someone loses their teeth, they may think that dealing with the hassles of dentures is their only option. There is a better way. Dental implants are a permanent solution to missing teeth; in fact, they are so close to having your real teeth that the only real difference is the material they are made of.”

Read the full story here

https://yourdentalhealthresource.com/dental-implants-solution-shifting-ill-fitting-dentures/