About Me
My kids are involved in several different sports, including some that are known for being a bit rough, like hockey and football. I worry about them being injured, but I don’t want to curb their athletic spirit. So I take steps to make certain that they’re as protected as possible. That means protecting their teeth, too. My children’s dentist told me that the best way to protect their teeth was to use custom mouth guards that would keep their teeth safe even in the event of a blow to the mouth. I started this blog to talk about different ways to protect teeth – from mouth guards and dental devices you wear while you sleep, to plain old brushing and flossing. There are many ways to protect your teeth depending on your needs. Find out which one is right for you.
2017
Five Quick Tips For Fresh Breath
Have you ever found yourself in a situation where you've had to get fresh breath quick? It's not always easy, especially if there is no bathroom around or you don't have a toothbrush on you. Here are five quick tips to help you recover from that:
Eat an Apple: If you can get your hands on an apple, this is a great way to freshen up your smile. This is because the crunchy and hardness of an apple help to get rid of any food that might be stuck in your teeth that is causing you to have bad breath.
Have Dry Mouth? Tips For Plaque Buildup Prevention Around Dental Implants
Your dental implant may be a fake tooth, but it is just as important to keep it clean and free of plaque around the gums. Unfortunately, plaque easily affects people with dry mouth, which can happen more frequently as you age and the need for dental implants arises.
This is because dry mouth will make it hard for saliva to eliminate the bacteria found in your mouth, and the plaque will collect in the gums more easily because of this.
What To Do If You Break A Tooth Filling
If you have broken fillings, you may be wondering what you should do next. Here are some steps that will help you fix your fillings ASAP, lessen any pain, and prevent future incidents.
Call Your Dentist
There are many dentists who accept emergency patients at odd hours, so you may be able to get in to see your dentist sooner rather than later. However, you need to call the office ahead of time--or have someone call for you--so that the dentist understands the situation and can plan accordingly before you arrive.
What To Expect When You Have A Tooth Extracted
When you have a decayed or broken tooth, your dentist usually prefers to save it rather than pull the tooth. In some cases though, it's necessary to pull a tooth. This may happen if the tooth isn't positioned properly and it pushes against other teeth. There may even be times when you have a toothache and can't afford a root canal and crown so you opt to have the tooth pulled.
3 Ways To Help Your Child Brush Their Teeth
Whether your child still has baby teeth or has already developed some or all of their adult teeth, good oral hygiene habits should start early. If you help your child to develop good habits now, they will serve them throughout life and help prevent them from experiencing gum disease and tooth loss. Here are three tips you can follow to improve your child's tooth brushing habits:
Learn From You
Dentists can explain to children how to brush and what to do, but children learn best when their parents show them exactly what to do.
Three Signs That Your Teen Is Ready For Veneers
If your child has permanent tooth discoloration, such as from fluorosis, then you may be planning on getting them veneers when they are old enough. Veneers are a permanent solution, since the enamel on the teeth must be filed down before the thin porcelain caps are glued into place. For this reason, it's vital that you make sure your child is ready. The following are signs that the time may finally be right for veneers.
3 Tips To Ensure Your Child Grows Up With A Healthy Smile
Most parents want their children to grow into healthy and happy adults. Eating well, exercising, and receiving a great education will help your child succeed, but ensuring they have a healthy set of teeth and appealing smile is also beneficial for their future. Unfortunately, most parents do not know when to start making oral hygiene a priority for their children. With this guide, you will have the tools needed to help your child grow up with a healthy, attractive smile.
3 Ways You Can Make A Visit To The Dentist Exciting For Your Child
It is natural for a child to feel hesitant, and even a bit scared, when they are experiencing something for the first time. It is your job as their parent to do all that you can to make your child feel comfortable in these situations. One situation where your child may feel a bit of anxiety is on their first trip to the dentist. Thankfully, there are things that you can do to make a visit to the dentist something that is new and exciting for your child.
Summer Dental Care Mistakes To Avoid
Summer is finally here and you are probably ready for some fun days spent outside. For many people, life becomes more laid back in the warm season, but that's no excuse to let your dental health care lapse. The following are some dental care mistakes you will want to avoid this summer:
#1: Overdoing sugary, sticky foods
Summer barbecues, picnics, and festivals are often awash is sweet treats you don't often enjoy the rest of the year, such as funnel cakes, cotton candy, and ice cream.
2 Things You Need To Know About How A Cosmetic Dentist Can Fix Your Teeth
Having nice teeth is a desire of most people. Teeth are a very important part of the body. Everyone can see your teeth and mouth and you can't even smile or talk without people seeing your teeth. For this reason, many people choose to see a cosmetic dentist about fixing their teeth to get the smile that they have always wanted. Here are some things you need to know about fixing your teeth.