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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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
Top 10 Ways to Prevent Tooth Cavities From Forming
Everyone knows that dental hygiene is crucially important for a number of reasons, yet most of us fail to take adequate care of our teeth and end up developing cavities at some point in our life. Usually, if we floss our teeth regularly, brush a couple of times each day, and get regular cleanings at […]
#cavitypreventionWritten by prositesdental • Dec 31 • 4 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
The best offense when considering the risk of oral cancer is a good defense. It’s always easier to prevent cancer by limiting risk factors than it is to treat a patient who has already developed the disease. Although frightening, oral cancer can be treated effectively, especially if discovered early on. Routine dental visits can prevent […]
#oralcancerpreventionWritten by prositesdental • Dec 31 • 2 minute read
What You Need to Know About Wisdom Tooth Extraction
Wisdom teeth are the most commonly extracted tooth, and having your wisdom tooth or teeth removed can often be a frightening and stressful prospect for many people. In this article, we’ll discuss the whole procedure and help you get more informed about this potentially scary but ultimately very beneficial process. Why would your wisdom teeth […]
#wisdomtoothWritten by prositesdental • Dec 31 • 4 minute read
Top 5 Most Effective Ways to Whiten Your Teeth At Home
Teeth Looking a Little Yellow? Here are the most effective teeth whitening products you can use at home: If your teeth aren’t as white as they used to be, or even as white as you would like them to be, there are numerous ways to whiten them. The tooth whitening market can be a bit […]
#homecare#teethwhiteningWritten by prositesdental • Dec 31 • 4 minute read
Could Sedation Dentistry Be the Best Cure for Dental Anxiety?
Most of us feel a little anxiety around the idea of going in for a dental appointment. But some of us really get out of sorts and experience tremendous anxiety and fear when we visit the dentist – especially when having a major procedure like a tooth extraction or a root canal. Are you someone […]
#sedationdentistryWritten by prositesdental • Dec 31 • 3 minute read
How to Identify Gum Disease Symptoms, Prevent and Treat Gum Disease Effectively
If you have healthy gums, chances are they are pink, they don’t bleed, and they are closely attached to your teeth. If you develop gum disease, you might develop any of the following symptoms: Early-Stage symptoms (Gingivitis) Redness and swelling of the gums Bad breath Receding gums Gums that bleed while brushing, flossing or eating […]
#gumdisease#treatmentWritten by prositesdental • Dec 31 • 4 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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