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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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What To Consider When Choosing A Dental Crown For Your Teeth

Posted on June 1, 2016

There are several of things to consider when choosing a dental crown including the type, price, and placement. Dental work can quickly become expensive, so it is always in your best interest to know your options. The Types of Crowns You can choose from an all ceramic crown, an all metal crown, and a porcelain crown. The ceramic crown is one that looks the most like your teeth using a material called zirconia, which is very strong. [Read More]

Dental Emergencies: How To Handle Them When Away From Home

Posted on May 12, 2016

When a dental emergency occurs, it is usually best to find your way to a dentist as soon as possible. If the incident occurs after hours, you will want to try to find a 24-hour dentist if possible. If not, you will need to visit an emergency room. Because accidents can happen at any time, it is always a good idea to be as prepared as you can be for them. [Read More]

Four Mistakes To Avoid When Recovering From A Tooth Extraction Procedure

Posted on April 26, 2016

If you want tooth extractions to be successful, you need to take care of yourself in the days and weeks after the procedures to help your mouth heal up as soon as possible.  There are a variety of different threats during the recovering period after tooth extraction, like infection risk and persistent discomfort. However, you'll recover quickly if you take care to avoid these four mistakes while you're healing:  Eating hot foods or drinking hot beverages [Read More]

2 Options Orthodontists Use To Treat Overcrowded Teeth

Posted on April 6, 2016

Braces are used to straighten and align teeth, and they are highly effective for most situations; however, there are times when additional steps are needed to completely straighten a child's teeth. If your child has teeth that seem overcrowded, he or she may need to go through one of the following steps in order for braces to straighten out the teeth. Tooth Extraction Overcrowded teeth is a common problem, and it is often a result of a small arch. [Read More]