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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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2 Antibacterial Mouthwashes To Prevent Tartar Buildup While Wearing Braces

Posted on May 12, 2016

While braces are an excellent solution for treating missing teeth, it can be difficult to clean all areas of your mouth properly while wearing them. If you wear braces, you need to dedicate additional time to cleaning them properly. If you don't, then you can cause tartar buildup around your braces, teeth, and gumline. Since tartar is considered to be hardened plaque, it is difficult to remove with just a simple toothbrush and floss. [Read More]

4 Tips For Choosing The Right Family Dentist

Posted on April 26, 2016

Having a dentist for your whole family is a great way to ensure that your family is working together to keep everyone's oral health in the best condition. A family dentist can also help with making appointment times more convenient, especially since you can schedule to have the whole family come in on the same day. When it comes to choosing a family dentist, you just want to be sure that you choose someone who is going to work for everyone in your family. [Read More]

What Types Of Dental Retainers Can Be Worn After Braces Have Been Removed?

Posted on April 5, 2016

For many people, straightening crooked teeth means wearing dental braces for a few years. This can greatly improve the alignment of the teeth and make the teeth look more attractive and healthy. However, once the braces are removed, it is important to keep the teeth positioned correctly in place. This may require wearing custom made retainers after the braces are taken off. These are the different types of dental retainers that are commonly worn after braces have been removed. [Read More]

Understanding The Difference Between A Bridge And A Partial Removable Denture

Posted on March 14, 2016

If you're struggling with a missing tooth or two, it's in your best interest to start exploring your options to address the problem. Your dentist may suggest one of several options, including dental implants, a dental bridge or a removable partial denture. While dental implants stand out in terms of their difference, it can be tough to determine the difference between a bridge and a removable partial denture. Here's a look at what you should know about both before you make your decision. [Read More]