Dental Health
Tonsillitis symptoms
Tonsillitis occurs when there is an infection to the tonsils. The condition is often identified by a sore throat. The symptoms of tonsillitis may occur randomly or may slowly become more prominent. It is a condition that is most common in younger children but can affect adults as well. However, the age of the individual […]
Teeth bleaching gel
Many people use teeth bleaching gel in order to whiten their teeth. This can usually be achieved by applying a gel directly onto your teeth and then using a laser light to fully induce the bleaching effect. You have two options to use teeth bleaching gel in order to whiten your teeth. This can firstly […]
Natural antibiotics for tooth infection
A tooth infection can be extremely discomfortable. For the quickest and most efficient treatment the infection should be cared by a dentist as soon as it is discovered. If there is no possibility of visiting a dentist immediately then various natural remedies for tooth infections may be considered. One of the more popular types of […]
Denture adhesives
If you have just got dentures it may or may not be necessary to get adhesive, but it will most likely allow you to keep them locked in place, preventing them from slipping while you talk or chew. There are different types of adhesives you can buy in varying strengths, so it is important to […]
Dental implant procedure
A dental implant can best be described as a titanium screw that is used to replace a missing or damaged root. If the truth be told, dental implants have had a massive impact and are one of the few notable advances in cosmetic dentistry. They are typically used to replace a missing tooth or in […]
Invisalign vs. Braces
When it comes to needing braces we now have choices. We can either get traditional braces or choose to get invisalign retainers. Traditional braces are made out of metal brackets and wires which are glued to the teeth. Invisalign is a series of transparent aligner trays made out of high grade plastic. When it comes […]
Dental implants
The artificial tooth root, which is often used to support tooth restorations, in order to resemble an actual tooth root is called a dental implant in medical terms. In the modern world dental implants are often placed directly into the bone and resemble the actual tooth root. The dental implants enable people who have lost […]
What causes mouth sores
There are various kinds of mouth sores that can appear in and around the mouth. The causes for these sores can be any one of a number of reasons. Determining what causes mouth sores in each individual is an important factor when deciding how to treat them. A mouth sore is one that develops in […]
Mouth thrush symptoms
If you have unexplained pain in your mouth or throat or experience a sudden difficulty swallowing, you may be suffering from mouth thrush symptoms. Of course, you can’t have mouth thrush symptoms without having mouth thrush. Mouth thrush is a disorder that occurs when you have too much of a certain type of yeast in […]
Removable partial dentures
As one ages they may begin to lose some of their natural teeth. People in sports or those involved in accidents can also lose some of their teeth. Replacing missing teeth is important to help maintain your appearance and even your health. One way to replace large gaps of missing teeth is to go to […]
Halitosis treatment
Halitosis is not fun for anyone: the individual who has it will be embarrassed and those around him or her will be mortified by the stench. Halitosis, or bad breath, is a term used to describe an unpleasant odor on the breath. From a medical standpoint, it is not really a problem, but from a […]
Dry socket treatment
If you’ve ever had a tooth extracted, such as a molar or your wisdom teeth removed, and felt intense pain in the gum at the site of extraction, you are someone who has experienced a dry socket. A dry socket, also known as alveolar osteitis, is the most common condition that happens after a tooth […]
Teeth braces cost
Braces are the oldest and most successful methods that dentists use to straighten and align teeth. If you need braces you may be wondering about the overall cost. While braces are not nearly as expensive as one may think, there are definitely not considered cheap by any means. Depending on the severity of your problem […]
UV teeth whitening
A perfect smile with the whitest possible teeth is extremely desirable in today’s modern society. Teeth naturally become darker as one gets older. The food we eat and liquids we drink, like coffee or tea, can stain our teeth. Many people use tobacco which can stain teeth as well. Stained and yellow teeth are a […]
Bad breath treatment
What can be more embarrassing than having a bad breath? Yes. Bad breath itself. Bad breath can interfere with one’s success at personal relationships and can leave its’ trails up to the professional levels. But thankfully, halitosis or in other words – bad breath – can be treated very easily by following a few simple […]
Teeth bleaching kits
Those who want whiter teeth and a brighter smile but simply do not have the time or the money to visit a dentist for a professional cleaning can benefit greatly from teeth bleaching kits. Home teeth whitening kits have many benefits, not the least of which is the low cost when compared to dental fees. […]
Dental floss
Dental floss is supposed to be used on a daily basis to help keep in between one’s teeth from harmful plaque and tartar build up. The first material used to make dental floss was silk thread. The dental floss that we use today is normally made out of nylon filaments or Teflon or polyethylene ribbon. […]
Porcelain veneers
Porcelain veneers are known by various names such as dental porcelain laminates and dental veneers. They are a type of cosmetic dentistry. In fact, they are one of the most used type of cosmetic dentistry. These porcelain veneers are extremely. In fact, their thickness and can compared to that of wafer. They are put – […]
Types of dentures
For those who are missing one or several teeth, the stress is imaginable, and yet unthinkable at the same time. Apart from the extreme tooth aches and difficulties with eating, chewing and talking, the patient also suffers utter mental trauma. Dentures have been an effective solution to all these problem for a very long while. […]
Cosmetic tooth whitening
Tooth whitening, in general, involves some type of procedure in which the goal is to rid the teeth of stains and discoloration; in other words, to make the teeth brighter. In some instances, it may be just one tooth that is slightly off in color and doesn’t quite fit in with the rest of your […]
Abscessed tooth home remedy
A tooth abscess formation has a lot to do with personal oral hygiene, meaning that the cleaner you keep your mouth, the less chance you have that an abscess will form. An abscess is an infection that develops between a tooth and the gum. It can be very painful and a huge annoyance. The best […]
Dental bridge
Since a pleasant smile can be a matter of pure joy, it is quite important to have nice set of, properly aligned teeth. A little gap between two or more teeth or even just missing teeth can have a large impact on a person’s appearance. Dental bridge does exactly what it promises; it creates a […]
Permanent dentures
In the past, dentures or false teeth tended to slip, slide and fall out at the most inopportune moments. Today however, permanent dentures are doing away with embarrassing slips and slides. Dentures in the past needed suction or clips to hold them in place. Permanent dentures make wearing them much easier and are much better […]
Cost of dentures
People first began using dentures in the 15th century. They were made out of bone, ivory or human teeth. They were attached to other existing teeth in the mouth with a string made from either metal or silk. As you can imagine, dentures back then could be extremely uncomfortable. In the 1770s they started making […]
Laser teeth whitening
There are several teeth whitening products and procedures available today that can help you to brighten your smile and remove stains from your teeth. Each of these methods works effectively and offers benefits as well as disadvantages. Choosing the right procedure for your own teeth will depend on a number of different factors. Laser teeth […]
Mouth ulcers treatment
Our mouths are sometimes like a foreign land. If you don’t look in there very often, you may not be familiar with all the bumps and grooves by site, but simply by the way your tongue fits against them. But if you get mouth ulcers, the pain puss and bump will be a change you […]
Thrush treatment
Truth is the term for an oral yeast infection. The condition involves candida fungus growing inside of your mouth. Thrush is often triggered by a poor immune system. The condition is usually not very serious but it can be very annoying and unappealing. Also, treatment for thrush is necessary but the remedies are very simple […]
Gingivitis treatment
If the gums around your teeth are inflamed, don’t assume it is just a simple problem easily remedied by flossing more often. In reality, you could be faced with the frightening diagnosis of gingivitis, a disease that has been linked to an increased risk of heart disease as well as periodontal disease and premature tooth […]
Teeth whitening gel
Everyone wants to look their best and having a bright smile because of super white teeth is one way to look better. Many people go in for professional teeth whitening now that it is possible. Professional teeth whitening can be very expensive. Teeth whitening gel that you use at home is one way to get […]
Canker sore treatment
Canker sores are small ulcers or craters that form on the inner lining of the mouth. They are one of the most frequent reason we have sores on the inside of the mouth. This is a very common problem and up to 40% of the population will have canker sores at one time or another […]
