If your child has a problem with brushing his or her teeth, one of the best ways to make it more fun is to have your child brush yours. This can help your child overcome his or her fears about teeth brushing.
Did you know that one of the most common problems reported by people with dentures is embarrassing slippage? With dental implants, the teeth are fixed permanently in place so there is no need to worry as you go about your daily activities.
Did you know that maintaining good oral health is critical to maintaining good health, in general? Brush, floss, and use a rinse at least twice daily; replace your toothbrush once every three months; and visit your dentist twice a year for an exam and cleaning.
Although gingivitis is a common gum disease, there are a number of conditions that affect the gums that can have serious implications for whole body health. They include melanoma (skin cancer), fungal infections, and herpes. Good dental hygiene and annual checkups are the best ways to protect your teeth and gums and help monitor your overall health.
Malocclusion can also be called a bad bite. This is caused by the jaw being out of alignment, or crowded, extra or missing teeth. The upper and lower teeth do not line up when biting down, and it can occur on one or both sides.
Before your dental implant procedure, your dentist will discuss options with you. One of these is whether you want to have a temporary tooth fitted over the implant while you’re waiting for it to fuse with the bone. This gives you more natural tooth function while you’re waiting for your permanent replacement teeth.