Decades ago, the American Dental Association ran an ad campaign whose message was that the complete loss of all one’s teeth does not have to be an inevitable feature of growing old. It suggested that a lifetime of proper oral care and regular visits to the dentists will keep one’s teeth healthy for life. This…
According to most experts, parents should brush their children’s teeth until they reach the age of seven. After that, the child should have developed the skill and the habits it takes to effectively brush his or her own teeth. But how do you make sure that your child is ready when it becomes time for…
The field of dentistry has advanced by leaps and bounds since its humble beginnings centuries ago. During the Middle Ages, for example, the treatments and tools used by “dentists” subjected patients to procedures that were not much different than the torture practices of the times. Today, there is a large variety of techniques and tools…
A detailed list of the industrial and commercial uses for lasers today would fill volumes. Lasers are used in applications as varied as barcode readers, guidance systems, printers, holography, welding and of course medicine. However, one of the most promising applications for lasers is in the field of dentistry. Many dental organizations are recognizing the…
According to The Journal of Dentistry for Children, about 38% of toddlers grind or clench their teeth at night. Although this fact is alarming to some, it does not surprise many parents who’ve heard strange, grinding noises coming from their toddler’s bedroom at night. This habit is known as bruxism, or teeth grinding, and although…
We’ve all heard it a million times before; brushing is only half the battle. Our dentists have been telling us our entire lives that flossing is just as important as brushing, but somehow so many of us think it’s OK to simply ignore that instruction. Some of us even pay for this deliberate neglect in cavities or…
Dental services can be huge burden on the overall budget of a family. There are times when even with insurance, you might have to wait to get dental care for your children and this can lead to great discomfort. With AmeriPlan dental plans, you can get dental care as soon as possible. All you…
Looking for dental services can be a very scary experience for some people. AmeriPlan usa can be an alternative to high dental bills. Some of the main reasons people associate with going to the dentist is thinking of the dental pain of the procedure and the high cost of dental services. The high price…
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Decay destroys teeth by dissolving the tooth structure. When only the enamel layer is affected it is quite painless, as the enamel has no nerve supply. However, when decay spreads to the sensitive underlying dentine, the nerves register pain in response to hot, cold and sweet food and drinks. As the decay penetrates deeper into…
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