Dental implants can make a smile look fabulous – I know I have them. However, if you are just thinking about getting them, you may have a lot of questions. You may be wondering how smoking affects implants, whether or not wine will stain them, if they can be whitened or other concerns. I also know from experience that it can be intimidating to ask some of these questions to your dentist. In my dental implant blog, I am going to answer the questions that can be hard to ask. I hope you find the info you need in this blog and that it guides you to the right decision about dental implants. Thanks for reading!
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Banish Your Bleeding Gums: What You Need to Know
2 November 2017
You might know the exact reason why your gums are bleeding. You might have inadvertently cut them while flossing, or had a slip of the hand while using a toothpick. It might also be that you have used your teeth to open some form of hard-edged plastic packaging (which is never wise, as it can easily damage your teeth). But what about when it's a complete mystery as to why your gums are bleeding?
A Dental Assist for Eruption Cysts: How Your Family Dentist Can Treat Your Child's Eruption Cysts
13 October 2017
Witnessing your baby go through the discomfort of teething can leave you wishing that you could do more to relieve their suffering. However, as a parent, the best thing you can do is let nature take its course. Within a year or so your baby will have a cute, new set of teeth to enjoy. During that time, before the primary teeth erupt, you may notice bluish lumps appear on your baby's gums.
Dentist Appointments: When to Visit and What to Expect
19 September 2017
It is recommended that you see a dentist at least twice a year for a routine checkup. People who are less prone to gum disease or cavities may technically be able to visit less while those at a high risk of dental illnesses may need to frequent more. The high risk group include smokers, pregnant women and cancer patients among others. Nevertheless, not everyone adheres to this. Some people have a tendency of ignoring dental checkups until they develop an oral problem.
Concerned About a Cracked Crown: Should a Cracked Porcelain Crown Be Repaired or Replaced?
25 August 2017
Did you know that porcelain crowns are harder and more resistant to wear than your natural teeth? You might doubt that if your porcelain crown has just recently cracked or chipped; however, no matter how strong a material, everything breaks eventually. The most appropriate question now, though, is obviously: should your crown now be replaced, or can it be repaired? Porcelain crowns don't come cheap. Therefore, most patients would prefer to repair rather than replace them.
The Five Ways to Whiten Teeth
14 August 2017
No one wants to have discoloured, yellow-tinged teeth. An unattractive smile can be very embarrassing, while perfect, gleaming white teeth can impart confidence and raise self-esteem. However, keeping your teeth pearly white may require a little effort. Here are five ways to get beautiful, white teeth. Whitening toothpaste and rinses The various whitening toothpastes and rinses available on the market are designed to remove stains from the surface of teeth. Whitening rinses use a weak solution of hydrogen peroxide and will have a mild effect, as will whitening toothpastes.