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Beyond Oral Hygiene: Why You May Have A High Risk For Periodontal Disease

You have been told time and again that you need to brush and floss your teeth daily to prevent periodontal disease. This is useful information because poor oral hygiene is the main cause of gum disease. However, there are other factors that heighten your risk of developing this oral condition, and they include: Genetic Predisposition Some people have genes that make them more susceptible to gum disease than others. If you are such a person, then you may develop gum disease even if you observe a reasonable level of oral hygiene. Read More 

Are You an Adult Considering Braces? Don’t Worry—No One Needs to Know

As an adult with teeth that need to be straightened, you may be concerned with wearing the metal brackets associated with orthodontic braces. If you have a job that requires you to speak in front of people all the time, like a teacher, lawyer or businessperson, having a mouth full of metal could distract your listeners. However, advances in orthodontics give you options for getting your teeth straightened that can be kept a secret. Read More 

Advances In Dental Implant Technologies Mean Shorter Treatment Periods From Start To Finish

Dental implant technology has now been around for decades. In the beginning, patients would have to wait in between procedures. From start to finish, getting a new tooth via dental implant would take a six month period. Technological advances have decreased this time period, and patients are getting healthy, vibrant looking teeth faster because of the new treatment protocols. The Two Stage Treatment Approach This approach is still used, and therefore worth discussing. Read More 

Fluoride Can Help To Strengthen Your Teeth

If you've taken the time to inspect the ingredients of your favorite toothpaste or mouthwash, odds are you've noticed an ingredient called fluoride. Included in many products for your teeth as well as used in a normal basis as a part of your dental exam, the American Dental Association and other dental experts believe that fluoride is the best possible way to prevent human tooth decay. As the years have progressed, the ADA has petitioned communities to include the use of fluoride in their drinking water (a process known as fluoridation) to help the increase of better oral health and decrease the potential for tooth decay. Read More 

Tips That Can Help Improve Your Child’s Oral Hygiene

When you have a child there is a lot to learn about how their bodies grow and develop. One of the most often overlooked areas of development in a child's body is their teeth. Here is a list of helpful tips that you can utilize with your child to help them build healthy teeth. Wipe Away the Gumline Baby's gum lines can collect contaminants, so it's a good idea to get in there and clean them out manually before something develops. Read More