Standard dental exams help ensure your oral health. A dental exam allows your dentist to give tips on minding to your teeth and to distinguish any issues early when they’re generally treatable. Standard dental exams are a critical piece of preventive health care. A dental exam, the dentist or hygienist will clean your teeth and […]
Written by prositesdental • Feb 26 • 6 minute read
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Does Your Child Need Early Orthodontic Treatment?
Most orthodontic treatment starts in the teen years when all permanent teeth have come in, and the results are more predictable. However, some young children need early intervention or Phase One treatment. This evaluation doesn’t necessarily mean orthodontics are needed right away. However, monitoring growth patterns can indicate the best opportunity to start treatment to […]
Written by prositesdental • Sep 17 • 2 minute read
9 Things You Probably Didn’t Know About Dental Fillings
Tooth decay is a dental health problem that frequently arises as a result of poor dental hygiene and/or a diet that is rich in sugar and sweetened beverages. The solution to tooth decay is usually a dental filling, which seals the cavity and stops the decay from progressing further. Fillings can be composed of composite, […]
#dentalfillingsWritten by prositesdental • Dec 31 • 4 minute read
Rubber Bands For Braces: Helpful Tips And Tricks
Rubber bands for braces are also known as elastics. These unique bands are tiny and come in lots of different colors. They serve a valuable function and help your brackets and wires do their job more effectively. These bands stay in that place for the entire treatment time frame and only taken out by your […]
Written by prositesdental • Oct 29 • 3 minute read
Is Chewing Gum Good or Bad For Your Teeth & Overall Health?
If you ask several people whether chewing gum is good for your health or detrimental to it, you are likely to get several different answers. This is because chewing gum is a mixed bag when it comes to your dental and overall health. In order to answer this important question, we’ll need to explore several […]
Written by prositesdental • Feb 2 • 4 minute read
10 Things Your Dentist Would Want You to Know About Dental Exams
Everyone knows regular dental appointments are important to dental health. But perhaps you haven’t really considered the many benefits to routine dental appointments, or the things you can do between appointments to help maintain good dental health and keep the dentist’s work – and your bills – to a minimum!
Written by prositesdental • Jan 16 • 4 minute read
If you’ve been thinking about getting braces, you may have some questions and concerns. Knowing what to expect can make the process less nerve-wracking and help you focus on the results – a perfect smile! Even though braces are most often associated with teenagers, there is no age limit for orthodontic treatment. Whether you are […]
#bracesWritten by prositesdental • Dec 31 • 4 minute read
Natural Remedies to Fight Cavities
While visiting the dentist to have a cavity properly treated is effective, there are a few additional steps you can take to help slow the growth of cavities to prevent them from becoming deep or painful. A cavity that is left without proper treatment can get worse and eventually grow deeper into the tooth, reach […]
#homecare#natural remedies for cavities#oral health careWritten by prositesdental • Dec 31 • 3 minute read
Does Pacifier Use Affect a Baby’s Dental Development?
Pacifier use and thumb sucking are heavily ingrained in our culture, and in most cultures around the world throughout history. As a result, most of us don’t think much about it. However, a lot of people have recently started taking a closer look at this common practice and wondered just how healthy it actually is. […]
#pacifier#toothgrowthWritten by prositesdental • Dec 31 • 3 minute read
Common Habits That Can Harm Your Teeth We are living in a hectic and busy life, and hence we all tend to fell prey to various bad habits. Most of the time we fail to find the harm behind these habits. Most of the time, these habits initially appear less harmful to our health but […]
Written by prositesdental • Mar 7 • 4 minute read
Dentures: Options, Costs, and Benefits
Dentures are a type of removable prosthetic used to replace missing teeth. They are a good option for people who have lost a lot of teeth, and perhaps are unable to afford the high costs of dental implants or bridges. Unlike dental implants, dentures can be removed at night, cleaned, and stored, allowing you to […]
#dentures#tooth replacementWritten by prositesdental • Dec 31 • 3 minute read
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Limit acidic drinks like soft drinks, cordials and fruit juices. Food acids soften tooth material and dissolve the minerals in tooth enamel, causing holes (cavities or caries). In severe cases, teeth may be ‘eaten’ right down to the gum.
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Does Pacifier Use Affect a Baby’s Dental Development?
Pacifier use and thumb sucking are heavily ingrained in our culture, and in most cultures around the world throughout history. As a result, most of us don’t think much about it. However, a lot of people have recently started taking a closer look at this common practice and wondered just how healthy it actually is. […]
#pacifier#toothgrowthWritten by prositesdental • Dec 31 • 3 minute read
If you’ve been thinking about getting braces, you may have some questions and concerns. Knowing what to expect can make the process less nerve-wracking and help you focus on the results – a perfect smile! Even though braces are most often associated with teenagers, there is no age limit for orthodontic treatment. Whether you are […]
#bracesWritten by prositesdental • Dec 31 • 4 minute read
Sedation Dentistry for Anxiety-Free Dental Care
Over 30% of the population avoids going to the dentist due to anxiety and fear. Dental phobia prevents you from receiving the routine treatment you need to maintain the health and functionality of your smile. Sedation dentistry can help you get the care you need by providing a relaxing experience with significantly less anxiety. Sedatives […]
#sedationdentistryWritten by prositesdental • Dec 31 • 3 minute read