About Dental

Teeth Protectors Harbor Deadly Bacteria

admin — Wed, 03 Aug 2011 10:39:44 +0000

Parents have been using them for a long time, protectors that are made of rubber designed to protect your child’s teeth and gums during strenuous activity. The only problem, researchers have found a variety of deadly bacteria some of them considered to be super-bugs or antibiotic resistant bacteria. Now that does not go to say that kids are better off without them but be sure that they are cleaned thoroughly each and every time they are used.

Newer generations of these rubber inserts are made of new generation materials that by design are resistant to bacterial growth and even kills bacteria on contact preventing infections from taking hold. Better safe than sorry so do clean those teeth protectors so your kids stay healthy, even if they have perfect teeth.

Polymers and Your Teeth

admin — Fri, 03 Jun 2011 10:27:33 +0000

Unknown to most, our teeth may have been made tougher with some of the world’s toughest plastics that take form as veneers, fillings, dentures and implants. Plastics and other composites such as ceramics have revolutionized the tooth care industry and is providing the best options for healthier smiles the world over.

Plastics are inert to the body, which means they are not treated as foreign objects and thus rejected resulting in infections. They also have the benefit of being tougher than the real thing, being our teeth. Our teeth are known as the toughest bones in our body so caring for them should be a priority. We only get two chances at them, the first as a child and the last when we shed them to reveal our complete adult set before adolescence. May they be used to cover teeth preventing them from wearing our or as replacements, they are truly helping us get that smile we so look forward to each and every time we smile.

Tooth Decay No More

admin — Thu, 03 Mar 2011 10:18:41 +0000

Tooth decay has been an issue that plagues most of the world since history began. Even Ancient Egyptians suffered from tooth decay and evidence of treatment has bees seen in some royal mummies which shows an importance to tooth care.
Millions are spent each and every year in the quest for a perfect set of teeth and one surprising study is showing that there may be a simple yet very effective tool against the fight. Saliva, as it turns out contains enzymes and minerals that prevents pain, plugging pores with a plug that prevents the nerves from getting irritated.
This discovery is sure to give way to a new line of toothpastes and other tooth care products that help us in our daily fight against tooth decay and the many sleepless nights because of it.

Kids and good dental habits

admin — Sat, 15 Jan 2011 01:48:39 +0000

We all aspire for good dental hygiene. Anyone who has spent a trip to the dentist’s clinic and suffered through a tooth extraction, tooth filling or a root canal, knows what kind of ordeal it is. That’s why, more so in all things dental, prevention is more important than the cure.

If you have kids, you have to teach them about proper dental hygiene at an early age. The reason is simple, it will make it easier for them to form good dental habits like brushing their teeth after every meal. By acquiring these habits at an early age, they’ll have better dental health and this can mean not having to undergo the more painful procedures on their teeth. And as parents, wouldn’t we want to spare our children this kind of pain?

Consider These Factors When Picking Dental Insurance

admin — Wed, 04 Aug 2010 13:46:16 +0000

You need dental insurance – you have no doubts about that. You’re probably even looking for coverage for the whole family. With so many choices to pick from, how do you decide? Here are several things that can help you.

Cost of coverage
It’s a no brainer, really. You need to be able to afford the cost of the dental insurance package that you choose. Take a look at different offers so that you can find the most affordable one.

Your family’s needs
You need to do a self-assessment. If you are quite healthy, then you can opt for less coverage. You probably would not need full coverage. However, if you know that you will need major dental procedures in the future, then you really have to consider spending more on insurance.

Reputation of the clinics
Dental insurance policies usually have affiliated clinics. You need to make sure that the clinics associated with the policy are reputable and trustworthy.

Bottom line: do some research.

Is Basic Dental Insurance Enough?

admin — Tue, 20 Jul 2010 13:26:32 +0000

As you already know, there are different kinds of dental insurance coverage. The cheapest is a basic dental package. Of course, it does have its disadvantages – it is not called basic for nothing. This does not mean that a basic dental insurance package will not cover your needs, though. Indeed, for the average healthy person, basic coverage will suffice for the most part.

The important thing is that you take a close look at your options. Different dental insurance providers will offer different services with their basic packages. Here are three things that you ought to make sure are included in the package:

1. Dental health maintenance
Services included here are regular cleanings, cavity fillings, fluoride treatments, and tooth extractions.

2. Preventive dental care
Services include check ups and treatments focusing on preventing gum and tooth diseases.

3. Partial coverage of major dental procedures
This is a difficult thing to find in basic dental packages. However, if you look hard enough, you will find some providers which offer at least partial coverage of major dental procedures.

After Tooth Extraction – Don’ts

admin — Wed, 09 Jun 2010 12:53:19 +0000

In the previous post, we took a look at simple things you should after a tooth extraction. This time, let us look at things that you should NOT do.

1. Don’t smoke for at least 48 hours. That’s right – if you are a smoker, you ought to put away the habit if only temporarily. Cigarettes contain chemicals that can affect the clotting of the blood.
2. Don’t spit for at least a day. You may be tempted to spit, especially if you taste blood – which you probably would. However, the action of spitting may cause the wound to bleed yet again.
3. Avoid certain kinds of food/drink. Anything hot, spicy, hard – stay away from these for a couple of days. You also ought to avoid sodas or any caffeinated drinks. Not only might you hurt yourself, but you also open yourself to the risk of more bleeding.

This list may seem difficult, but it is only a temporary thing.

After Tooth Extraction – Do’s

admin — Wed, 05 May 2010 12:51:11 +0000

So you had a tooth extracted. Your dentist gave you a comprehensive list of instructions together with your medication. If the extraction is major, you just might have a problem remembering all those “to dos.” Check out this simple list – you won’t go wrong.

Get some rest. Yes, it is as simple as that. You simply ought to rest and not be physically active. By the way, when you lie down, make sure your head is elevated a little bit.

Do take the medicine at the appropriate time. You will probably be given pain killers, anti-inflammatories, and blood coagulants. These will all help with the healing process so make sure you don’t miss any.

Bite down on the gauze firmly. Do NOT chew. Just keep your jaw clamped for about an hour after the extraction as this will help with the blood clot.

In the next post, we’ll look at some “don’ts.”

How Do You Get White Teeth?

admin — Sat, 10 Apr 2010 12:29:14 +0000

Yellowish teeth are normal for some people, but no once can deny the attraction of pearly white teeth. With all the advertisements of white teeth all over the place, it is understandable that many of us want to get white teeth.

You have some options when it comes to teeth whitening. The easiest option is to go to the dentist and have the procedure done. Chemicals are used to bleach and polish the teeth. You ought to realize, however, that if not taken cared of, the stains will just come back.

The same thing applies to homemade solutions, which are cheaper, but might not be as effective. One effective solution is to use a ripe strawberry and about half a teaspoon of baking soda. Crush the berry and blend it with the baking soda. Use this as toothpaste and leave it on for 5 minutes before rinsing. If you do this every night, you’ll get results within a week or so.

Causes of Yellow Teeth

admin — Thu, 10 Dec 2009 12:59:11 +0000

These days, the perfect smile is supposed to be one that includes pearly white teeth. Anything less than perfect white is not acceptable for some. You have to realize, however, that teeth discoloration is normal. Some people even have a slightly yellow tinge to their teeth.

Of course, overly yellow teeth can prove to be an aesthetic problem. Here are some causes of yellow teeth. Know them, avoid them, and work your way to whiter teeth for longer.

Poor oral hygiene. Yes, oral hygiene is always the culprit. If you take care of your teeth well, then your teeth could very well not turn yellow as time passes by.

Food and drink choices. Certain food and drink items can stain your teeth. Coffee, tea, soda, and certain berries are only some of the most common ones. If you cannot avoid consuming these items, then try do so sparingly and visit your dentist more often.