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Your toothbrush is your prime tool for keeping your teeth clean between your regular visits to the dentist. It should be well looked after to ensure it does its best job:

– Store upright without touching other toothbrushes

– Rinse it very well after use

– Do not share it with anyone else

– Replace approximately every 90 days or when it frays

“You can follow these tips for storing your toothbrush and keeping it fresh for the most success with your oral healthcare!”

Read more here: https://yourdentalhealthresource.com/top-tips-for-storing-your-toothbrush-and-keeping-it-clean/

 

 

Many people have anxiety about dental treatments. For some, it can be a real phobia, and they avoid treatment. This creates more dental complications over time.

Top tips:

– Find a dentist who is willing to talk through your fears, the procedures, tools, etc.

– Agree on a signal with the dentist if you need a break during a procedure.

– Sedation is always an option to keep you comfortable.

Teeth and gums require regular checkups so it’s really important to overcome your fears.

“You have options to overcome your dental phobia to help your smile stay healthy.”

Read the full article here:

https://yourdentalhealthresource.com/do-you-have-severe-dental-phobia-heres-how-your-dentist-can-help/

If you look after your teeth, you probably floss regularly as advised by your dentist. Flossing is an effective step in a good oral health routine, but like every process it is best to get it right. It is possible to floss too aggressively and cause damage. Here’s how:

– Flossing too hard can wear away gum tissue and create areas for harmful bacteria to enter

– Aggressive flossing can also wear away at your tooth enamel over time

– Gums subjected to aggressive flossing can bleed

– Too much heavy flossing can expose the roots of teeth, exposing them to nasty bacteria.

“Flossing should be done with some pressure, but not excessive pressure. Just like brushing, it’s important to do this task gently for best results.”

Read more about the effects of aggressive flossing here: https://yourdentalhealthresource.com/can-you-be-too-aggressive-with-your-flossing/

 

 

Baby teeth are fragile by their nature and a chip can occur from time to time. Parents can prevent further discomfort if they are aware of what steps should be taken. Here are three suggestions which should always be followed.

– Contact a dentist as soon as possible.

– Store the fragment (if it has been located) in milk or saliva.

– Employ a cold compress to eliminate any perceived discomfort.

“Quick action after the accident can help prevent infection and discomfort, so never ignore your baby’s chipped tooth.”

See what else industry experts have to say:

https://yourdentalhealthresource.com/how-do-i-treat-my-babys-chipped-tooth/

 

Dental fillings are designed to seal and protect your teeth, but it is possible for cavities to form underneath fillings. Regular check-ups with a dentist can help prevent this.

Key takeaways:

– Everyday wear and tear on dental fillings can cause damage which can lead to cavities forming under the filling.

– Large fillings can be more susceptible to decay and cavities; a crown may have been a better solution.

– Regular checkups by a dentist helps spot damaged fillings.

“Although dental fillings are designed to seal your tooth and protect your teeth, no dental filling material lasts forever. Whether you have silver amalgam fillings or composite resin ones, your filling will need to be replaced at some point.”

Read the full story here:

https://yourdentalhealthresource.com/can-cavities-form-under-dental-fillings/

 

Following the aftercare plans advised by your dentist will help alleviate pain and reduce the risk of infection following extraction of teeth. Your dentist can help you look after your oral hygiene without causing any further issues to the affected area.

Key takeaways:

– Pain can last for 7 to 10 days after a tooth extraction, for which prescribed pain medication will help.

– A blood clot forms to protect the affected area and it is important not to dislodge it as this leads to more pain.

– Avoid smoking, alcohol and strenuous exercise to help protect the developing blood clot.

“Failure to follow your dentist’s aftercare advice can lead to painful complications, significantly increasing the time to recover completely.”

Read the full story

https://yourdentalhealthresource.com/tooth-extraction-aftercare-4-tips-for-speedy-recovery/

 

Dental crown lengthening is a surgical procedure that lengthens the appearance of the teeth by removing gum tissue at the gumline. This is not a common procedure but is very useful where there is damage or trauma to teeth either on or just under the gumline.

Crown lengthening is usually done by a dentist who specialises in gums, a periodontist, and is a fairly straightforward matter.

– A local anaesthetic is administered

– Tiny amounts of gum tissue are removed

– Recovery time is about two weeks

Patients “should be able to return to work and normal activities the day after the procedure”. A detailed article about dental crown lengthening can be found at https://yourdentalhealthresource.com/what-is-dental-crown-lengthening-and-when-is-it-needed/

 

For check-ups or teeth cleaning, a dentist will not need to use any form of sedation but this is not the case when a surgical procedure is required. The teeth, gums and nerves are all sensitive and some form of sedation will be necessary to spare the patient from pain. The most common forms of sedation are:
–  Nitrous oxide gas
– Sedatives in pill form
– Injection
More complex surgery may require the use of a general anaesthetic. Under sedation “the brain cannot register pain” and all forms of dental sedation are carefully monitored to ensure the patient’s safety. A detailed article about dental sedation can be read at

https://www.sp-bx.com/sedation-dentistry-alleviates-the-fear-and-discomfort-of-dental-treatment/

It may be a small price to pay for losing weight and feeling better but nobody wants to suffer bad breath in order to achieve their targets. That, unfortunately, is exactly what can happen when following the Keto diet. A ketogenic diet involves eating meat, fish, eggs and natural fats which are all low in carbohydrates.

Eating large amounts of low-carb foods produces acetone which releases odours, variously described as:

– Metallic

– Like ammonia

– Like rotten fruit

While a low-carb diet has no adverse effects on teeth it is wise to inform your dentist who can “treat your bad-breath situation” and more information can be found at https://www.popsugar.com/fitness/Why-Does-Keto-Diet-Give-You-Bad-Breath-45048410

Alcohol, like everything else, should be enjoyed in moderation. Too much of anything is not good for overall health and alcohol is no different.

Some experts consider alcohol abuse to be the second biggest risk factor for oral cancers. Alcohol dehydrates the mouth and makes tissue more susceptible to carcinogens and toxins. Long-term overindulgence in alcohol can increase the risk of getting cancers of the:

– Mouth

– Tongue

– Throat

Taking good care of teeth and gums is vital for prevention and the good news is that “many oral cancers have a high survival rate”. Your dentist can screen for oral cancer if you have any concerns and more information can be found at

https://yourdentalhealthresource.com/can-alcohol-affect-your-dental-health/