While amalgam has been used in dental fillings for the better part of the last century, it has a lot of significant risks that could outweigh its benefits. These cover many areas including preparation and how amalgam-free alternatives provide safer, more beneficial advantages in comparison. The following is a quick list of some problems with amalgam brought to light in ...
If you brush your teeth twice daily, you may not feel inclined to have them professionally cleaned as often as is recommended. In fact, if you’re like many people, visiting the dentist/hygienist may be one of those things that you avoid for as long as possible. But having a sparkling white smile is not the only reason for getting regular ...
We are taught about the importance of oral health at an early age. However, while many people do brush on a regular basis, many people do not floss nearly as often as they should. And even if you do floss semi-regularly, you may not be doing it properly! The following are a few tips on how to floss in order ...
Dental problems like tooth decay, gum disease and exposed tooth root can be remedied in a couple of ways. One of the treatments is called a dental amalgam, which is currently sparking controversy, leaving people to wonder and worry: is amalgam truly safe?
Amalgam is a mixture of metals and it has been around for the last 150 ...
A great smile isn’t just a way to make new friends; it also shows off your pearly whites! But having good oral hygiene is more than having great looking teeth. Maintaining good oral health helps to prevent dental and medical issues such as gum disease, bone loss, and even heart disease. Here are 10 simple things you can do for ...
It is common to see children in their teens undergoing orthodontic treatment, but did you know that children as young as 6 or 7 can benefit from it?
At the ages of 6 and 7, the teeth are still developing and the jaw is not fully grown. A dentist at this time can address ...
If bad breath is getting you down, you may think you just need a few extra mints to solve the problem. But that’s just masking the issue. If you really want to address your bad breath, here’s some tips on what you can do.
Food that is trapped in your teeth, as well as ...
Good dental care starts in childhood. When you make sure that your children’s teeth are taken care of, their risk of developing dental caries becomes significantly lower. The following tips are essential to keep in mind for protecting your children’s teeth.
You don’t have to wait until your children start getting their permanent teeth to take them to the ...
Most people are taught tooth brushing basics by their parents whilst young and generally, this is a positive thing. But sometimes people are given brushing advice that negatively affects their teeth and the brushing habit continued over many years leads to dental problems. Here are 7 of the worst oral hygiene mistakes that should be avoided.