Dental sealants are thin plastics used to prevent teeth decay. The sealants are painted (on your teeth) to cover the depressions and grooves that regular brushing and flossing don’t always get too. Due to this covering, bacteria or bits of food are prevented from attacking the teeth. Here are two things you can do to get the best out of your dental sealants:
Improving Longevity
One problem with dental sealants is that they don’t last forever; they are susceptible to normal wear and tear and can even fall off.…
Have you ever wondered how so many celebrities have such straight, even, and white teeth? Tom Cruise, Nicolas Cage, Demi Moore and others all have perfect smiles. Well, it’s because most of them have dental implants or veneers. Both improve the appearance of teeth, but only implants improve teeth’s function.
A veneer is thin porcelain or ceramic that is glued to a tooth. This makes them appear straight and white. They’re extremely durable and can last many years with proper care.…
When you’re pregnant or trying to become pregnant, you have so many aspects of health to worry about – taking your prenatal vitamins, attending your checkups, eating healthy, remembering to exercise. It’s common for women to forget about dental care as an important part of their prenatal care program. Your oral health impacts your overall health and the health of your baby. Follow these tips to keep your mouth in tip-top shape throughout pregnancy.…
If you have decided to replace your missing teeth with dental implants, it is essential to understand the role your jawbone plays in a successful implant. When the jawbone is unhealthy or has suffered erosion from a previous tooth extraction, gum disease or infection, you will need to have the bone built up in order to securely hold the implants. Bone augmentation, also known as bone grafting, is a procedure used by the dentist to build the jawbone.…
