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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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Do You Need A Deep Dental Cleaning?

Posted on December 13, 2022

Most people have their teeth cleaned twice per year. While this usually suffices along an excellent oral health routine. Some people need a different type of cleaning. Instead of a standard routine cleaning, you may need a deep dental cleaning. What is involved in deep cleaning, and what are the indicators that you need one? Read on for more information.  What Is A Deep Dental Cleaning? A deep dental cleaning, or scaling and root planing of your teeth, is often recommended when bacteria has invaded your gum line and you are showing signs of gum disease. [Read More]

Preparing To Undergo Corrective Jaw Surgery

Posted on November 7, 2022

There are many individuals that may suffer from a number of different issues with their jaw. While it is common for these issues to be addressed with orthodontic treatments, there can be some issues that may be too severe or complicated to be effectively addressed with this option. For these patients, corrective jaw surgery can be a necessary step for restoring this important part of their body. Corrective Jaw Surgery Can Be Required For Addressing Major Issues With The Alignment Of Your Jaw [Read More]

Why Dental Crowns Can Be A Good Thing For Many People

Posted on October 4, 2022

At some point or another, when you see your dentist, your dentist might mention that you need one or more dental crowns. If this happens, you could be wondering if this is a good thing. Dental crowns are very common, and they can be very helpful for many people. These are a few reasons why this is true.  They Can Help You Save Your Tooth First of all, if your dentist has recommended a dental crown, there is a good chance that they made this recommendation because you have a tooth that is not in good shape. [Read More]

How Iron Can Stain A Toddler's Teeth

Posted on August 30, 2022

Although it's certainly possible for a toddler's teeth to become discolored, it's undoubtedly a bit alarming for parents. Yellow discoloration caused by dietary factors is possible but unlikely. Your toddler generally hasn't had teeth long enough for this type of discoloration to take hold. Darker patches of discoloration can indicate tooth decay, and while it's not impossible, your toddler is unlikely to be affected by this unless their oral hygiene habits have been significantly neglected. [Read More]