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Preventing Tooth Decay To Maintain Healthy Teeth

I always knew that it was common for children to get cavities in their teeth but I was surprised when I went to the dentist a few months ago and learned that I had two cavities. I faithfully brush and floss my teeth every day and I also regularly visit the dentist, but I still had cavities. My name is Alana Perkins and if you want to maintain healthy teeth and gums, without cavities, I suggest you read my blog. After having my cavities filled, I talked to my dentist to learn how I could prevent them in the future. I also did a lot of fact-finding on my own to learn how to keep cavities from forming in the teeth. When you read my blog, you'll also discover how to prevent tooth decay and keep your teeth healthy.

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Using Dentures For Your Tooth Replacement

Posted on June 23, 2019

Tooth loss is a serious problem that people will often experience as they age. Over the course of time, your teeth can gradually weaken and become more susceptible to developing problems. While it is common for older individuals to require dentures, it is common for these patients to need more information about this treatment option. Will Your Dentures Need To Be Custom Fit To Your Mouth? It is important for patients to appreciate the fact that every person's mouth will be slightly different in shape, size, and contours. [Read More]

Tips To Help You Get Your Kids On Track To A Healthy Smile

Posted on May 23, 2019

Great dental habits start from the beginning. Are you doing everything possible to help your kids establish good dental hygiene? Here, you'll find a few tips that can help keep your kids proactive when it comes to caring for their teeth. Make Dental Visits Fun Some kids are terrified of going to the dentist. If your kid gets nervous, you'll need to step up your game a bit. If you allow those nerves to build, you might find it even harder to get your kid to the dentist in the future. [Read More]

When To Leave Your Wisdom Tooth Alone

Posted on April 24, 2019

You have probably heard of the virtues of extracting wisdom teeth. Well, not everyone should extract their wisdom teeth. Here are some of the cases in which you don't have to extract the teeth. The Tooth Has Fully Erupted One of the primary reasons for extracting a wisdom tooth is impaction. Many wisdom teeth don't fully erupt; some of their parts remain trapped under the gums. An impacted tooth may be painful, prone to damage, and doesn't help you in any way. [Read More]

How To Prepare Your Body For Dental Implants

Posted on March 22, 2019

When you make the decision to get dental implants, it involves a lot more than simply showing up on the day of your appointment to have the procedure done. There is some prep work involved on your part to ensure that your body is ready for the surgical procedure. Here are some tips for what you should do to get your body ready for dental implants. Give Up Smoking A smoking habit is clearly bad for the lungs, but it also has an impact on how fast your body heals. [Read More]