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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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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]

What To Know About The Longevity Of Botox

Posted on July 26, 2022

Patients ask their doctor about cosmetic injections, like Botox, because they wish to minimize the appearance of facial wrinkles due to aging and other factors. Botox is a neurotoxin that helps erase skin wrinkles because it paralyzes targeted facial muscles. However, the smoothing properties of this cosmetic injectable don't last forever. Read on for more information about the longevity of Botox cosmetic injections.  Why Botox Results Diminish Over Time Depending on the type of skin treatment you receive, you can expect toxin injections, like Botox, to last anywhere from three to twelve months. [Read More]

What Type Of Dental Filling Should You Use?

Posted on June 17, 2022

Do you have a cavity that you need to have filled but you are wondering what your options are for the filling material? If so, you'll want to know the following information about them.  Why Is A Filling Necessary? When you have a cavity in one of your teeth, there is decay that has formed in the top layer of your tooth and it needs to be removed. By doing so, you are removing that top layer of enamel and leaving the tooth exposed to even more problems. [Read More]

Is It Cheaper To Pull A Tooth Or Get A Crown?

Posted on May 13, 2022

Theoretically, it is much cheaper to extract a tooth than save it. Tooth extraction is cheaper in terms of time and cost. In reality, teeth extraction costs are higher than many anticipate. You will spend more time in the dentist's chair picking a replacement option, prepping your mouth, and getting the replacement.  Saving your tooth is pricier in the short term but better in the long term. Here is why.  [Read More]