Do you currently have cosmetic problems with your teeth that you are looking to fix? This can include teeth that are uneven or are rotated slightly, chipped, or stained. These are all cosmetic problems that can be fixed using dental veneers. Here are a few useful things to know about this dental procedure. What Material Are Dental Veneers Made From? A dental veneer is just a shell that will be placed on the outer surface of the teeth.…
Read More »As a caregiver, it is important you understand that proper dental hygiene is important for everyone, including people who are living with disabilities or chronic medical problems. In fact, many medical conditions and physical disabilities exasperate the same dental issues that vigilant dental hygiene habits will help prevent. If you are uncomfortable with brushing and flossing other people’s teeth, then you are not alone. While you may fear an injury to their mouth or a bite to your own hand if something goes wrong, the reality is that most of your fears can be alleviated by learning the correct techniques to care for your patient’s teeth.…
Read More »It is important to make sure that you are aware of the health of your teeth and whether you can hold off on getting dentures, or whether you are long overdue for them. To help you figure this out, you will want to consider the following points: You Need A Dental Consultation One of the first things that you need to do is to consult with your trusted dentist. He or she will take x-rays of your teeth and fully examine the health of them.…
Read More »You can teach yourself to eat without your teeth (or their various replacements such as dentures or implant), especially if it soft food. You just need to learn how to manipulate your gums and jaws and you will soon be good at it. However, it is never advisable to eat without teeth. Here are some of the consequences of eating without teeth: Gum Irritations and TMJ Your gums are soft, which means even food that looks or seems soft may irritate them.…
Read More »When it comes to your teeth, you want them to last as long as possible, preferably your entire life. However, there are some things you could be doing – or not doing – that could be reducing the amount of time you have with your teeth. In fact, some of those practices could be directly related to tooth decay, gum disease, and premature tooth loss. Luckily, premature tooth loss doesn’t have to be part of your future.…
Read More »You may not have realized that in order to get the most out of your dental appointments, you must start preparing weeks ahead of time. Here are some of the things you can do to create an effective and thorough appointment: Write Down Any Complaints You Have Starting a few weeks from your appointment, start noting down any complaints you notice. You may only see your dentist for a checkup once a year, so it’s important to mention any and all issues you’ve had over the course of the year.…
Read More »Crooked teeth are a cosmetic burden for many people who have them. But the appearance of crooked teeth is not the only thing to worry about. Here are some of the issues that can come up with crooked teeth. Chronic Pain Sometimes, chronic pain can be related to crooked teeth, and you may not even realize it. When teeth are not vertically aligned, they can press upon the teeth next to them.…
Read More »Has your dentist informed you that your little one has PLS, or Papillon-Lefevre Syndrome? In a way, it may be nice to have a diagnosis after weeks or months of worrying while your child’s baby teeth are loosening and falling out. On the other hand, you’re probably quite concerned since you know little about this rare dental condition. Knowledge is power, so here’s a look at the basics that you’ll want to know about PLS.…
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