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How To Tell If You Have Advanced Gum Disease

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Gum disease progresses over time, and it’s important for people to know the difference between the stages. While the early stages can be taken care of at home with tools like a toothbrush and floss, advanced stages can only be reversed and cared for by a dentist. If you’re not sure whether the problems you’re having with your gums mean that you have advanced gum disease or not, take a look at this list and see if it matches up with your symptoms.…

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Reasons That Your Gums May Be Bleeding

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It happens to everyone eventually – they are brushing their teeth when they notice that their gums are bleeding. This many not be a concern if it happens rarely, since the cause is likely from a small injury in the mouth. If you notice blood often, though, you may have a more serious condition. The following can help you understand why your gums may be bleeding. Plaque The main cause of bleeding gums is plaque buildup.…

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Four Dental Care Concerns For Senior Citizens To Discuss With Their Dentist

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When it comes to dental services, senior citizens sometimes have specific concerns that might not be the same as those of younger patients. If you are a senior citizen, it’s important to know which types of issues to discuss with your dentist. Use the following guide to help determine which questions and concerns to bring up at your next dental appointment. Stomatitis While stomatitis can affect virtually anyone, it can be a particular concern for seniors who wear dentures.…

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Understanding The Veneer Treatment Procedure

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Whenever you are gearing up for a dental procedure, it’s important to educate yourself about the whole process so that you know exactly what to expect. Here is an overview of what you should expect during your dental veneer treatment with a cosmetic dentist. Treatment Planning Your first session with the dentist will be to plan your treatment. Take this opportunity to open up to the dentist and tell or ask them anything and everything you have to say about veneers.…

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Can You Get Dental Implants With Osteoporosis?

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If you have one or more missing teeth and are seeking replacement options, you probably know that dental implants come highly recommended. Since dental implants are fitted deep down in the bone of your jaw, many people worry that they won’t be able to get them because they have weak bones or suffer from a disease like osteoporosis. If you’re worried that you might not qualify, read on to learn more about your options for dental implants.…

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Considering Teeth Whitening? Three Questions You May Have

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Are you looking for a solution to fix your teeth that look stained or yellow? Thankfully, there are some cosmetic dentistry procedures that can make your teeth white again, procedures which can be done in the office. If you are hesitant to make that initial appointment, it is probably because you have questions about how the whole process will work. Here are three common questions you may have. Does Professional Teeth Whitening Hurt?…

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4 Tips To Make Brushing A Toddler's Teeth Easier

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Almost all parents know that teeth brushing is an extremely important part of good oral health. Unfortunately, toddlers do not understand that fact, and it is not uncommon for toddlers to resist having their teeth brushed. Skipping teeth brushing is not a good idea, so if you have a toddler who gets upset when it is time to brush, you will need to get creative. Use the following tips to make brushing your toddler’s teeth easier:…

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Learn About Dentures

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If you are missing all of your teeth or you are going to be having the rest of them removed due to dental problems, then you really need to have your teeth replaced. Choosing to go without teeth is bad for you in a number of ways. Not having teeth can really affect your self-esteem. It will also make it hard for you to speak in a way that others understand without difficulty.…

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Dental Implant Crown Replacement

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You might think of a dental implant as a whole, complete tooth because that’s what it looks like and functions as once it’s been placed. The implant itself is actually a metal screw in your jaw meant to hold a natural-looking crown in place. Many patients never have to replace the implant itself, but crowns typically only last for 10 to 15 years. Crowns in the back of your mouth may need even more frequent replacement since they undergo more stress from chewing.…

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Senior Citizens And Teeth Trouble

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Aging affects you everywhere, and your mouth is no exception. No matter how careful you are with your health in general, sometimes dental issues fall by the wayside. A little knowledge about common dental problems for those in their later years may help you to avoid doing further damage. Read on to learn more about some of these teeth troubles. Inflamed Gums As you age, your body’s ability to fight off infection is reduced, and to make matters worse your mouth is usually full of bacteria.…

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