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Learning to Take Better Care of Your Family's Teeth

If you're a parent, you may worry about your children's health, including their dental health. I know that tooth decay is one of the biggest problems parents and their kids face today. One cavity can quickly lead to many other dental problems, including gum disease and infection. Because your kids only get one set of permanent teeth, it's important that you protect them as much as you can. I started this dental blog because I wanted to reach out to other parents. My blog offers tips you can use to protect your children's teeth and gums, as well as information about the dental treatments available to your family if you need them. Feel free to browse through the topics in my blog. Good luck and thank you for taking the time to visit.

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The Importance Fluoride Plays With Regards To Your Dental Health
It's no secret that fluoride is good for your teeth. However, most people don't fully understand what it is exactly that fluoride actually does. Therefore, many people don't do much to ensure they are getting enough fluoride. This article will educate you on how cavities develop and the role fluoride plays in helping to prevent them: How cavities develop Cavities are caused by acids left on the tooth attacking the enamel.

4 Things You Need To Know About Osteoporosis And Dental Implants
Tooth loss is a very common problem in America: 178 million Americans are missing at least one tooth, while 35 million are missing all of their teeth. Dentists have developed many different techniques for replacing these teeth, such as dental implants. Some health conditions, like osteoporosis, can have an affect on these replacements. Here's what you need to know about osteoporosis and dental implants.  What are dental implants? Dental implants are a restoration used to replace missing teeth.

What You Need To Know About An Injured Jaw
If you have an injured jaw you might be wondering what, if anything, you can do to fix it. In many cases you can talk to your dentist about jaw problems. They have the equipment and the expertise to diagnosis a myriad of problems. Here are a couple things you need to know about jaw injuries. Is My Jaw Broken Or Dislocated? If you injure your jaw you might be wondering if the jaw is broken, or simply dislocated.

Suffer From Gum Disease? Here's What You Can Do At Home
If you have been diagnosed with gum disease, you probably wonder what you can do to get your mouth back in good health as quickly as possible. Although you probably already know that you should see your dentist regularly for help with your oral health, you could be wondering if there are things that you can do at home as well. Luckily, these simple at-home tips can help you improve your oral health and can aid in combating gum disease:

Pros And Cons Of The Different Dental Implant Materials
Dental implants offer relatively stable tooth replacement thanks to an implanted metal root. The root is typically implanted into the jawbone for stability and the bone and gum tissue in the area heal back around the implant. A post is attached to that root then an artificial tooth is hooked onto the post There are different types of implant roots available and two primary materials used to make those roots. The differences between higher-end pure titanium and titanium alloy aren't huge for most patients, but special circumstances might make the root material an important subject to discuss with your dentist.

Don't Want Metal Braces As An Adult? Consider These 2 Alternatives
If you find yourself wishing you had teeth that were straight and evenly spaced out, but never found the idea of metal braces appealing, you might have missed out on the prime time to get braces during your youth. The look of metal braces is a common reason that many people avoid getting them, as they fear the braces will look worse than their crooked teeth. With advancements in braces technology, the old traditional metal look is no longer your only option.

Calcium, Osteoporosis And Gum Disease: 4 Important Things To Know About Your Oral Health
When you think about calcium, one of the first things that pop into your mind is probably healthy, strong bones. However, calcium does a lot more than promote strong bones. In fact, the mineral has a lot to do with your teeth and overall oral health. Read on to learn more about the importance of calcium in your daily diet and how a calcium-deficient diet can lead to health issues, such as osteoporosis, and oral health problems, such as periodontal disease.

Overcome Dental Anxiety With A Homemade Cologne
It is not abnormal to feel scared about visiting your dentist. Several people suffer from this particular phobia, and you can make things better by talking to your dentist about your anxiety. You can also consider the following calming cologne, as you try to manage this phobia. Secrets Behind Your Homemade Cologne You should first learn how scents affect you. Your senses are connected to your brain. Well, your olfactory senses connect to the hippocampus area in your brain.