Your smile is an important part of your health and wellness. While brushing, flossing, and visiting your dentist for routine checkups is essential, dental issues may still arise. In many instances, these issues may require the removal or one or more teeth. Known as a tooth extraction, this dental procedure is actually quite common. With this guide, you will learn a few common reasons why you may require a tooth extraction.
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Taking care of your teeth at home might seem easy, but it can sometimes be challenging for children. To make it easier for your kids to take good care of their teeth in between dental appointments, try these tips.
Choose a Child-Friendly Toothpaste and Mouthwash
First of all, you should be aware that the toothpaste and mouthwash that you and the other adults in your household use might be a bit too strong for your kids.
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If you have not had your wisdom teeth removed, you may be at risk for an impaction. Because the tooth has not fully erupted, you may be unable to get the area clean when you brush and floss. This can cause an infection and, if not recognized and treated quickly by your dentist, can lead to serious local and systemic complications. Here are some warning signs of an infected impacted wisdom tooth and what you can do about them:
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There are times in life when you want to make sure to make a good impression. Whether you're going on a first date or networking with people at a work function, you want to look your best. Your smile is an important part of your appearance. Here are four dental hygiene tips that can help you make a good first impression:
1. Get your professionally teeth whitened.
Your teeth naturally become discolored as you age due to your enamel thinning and the underlying dentin showing through.
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If you have a mom that has dementia and you are not familiar with them, you may not know how to properly care for them. You may also be having a hard time getting your parent to take the dentures out of their mouth on their own. All of this can become very stressful and frustrating. Below is information to help you so you can ensure your parent is well taken care of.
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