Some Reasons Why Your Gums May Bleed
Bleeding gums are a symptom of gum disease, but they can also be other reasons behind it.
Key takeaways:
– Using the wrong technique to brush your teeth or applying too much pressure with your toothbrush.
– Using a hard bristle toothbrush or a brush with frayed bristles.
– Taking some medications that may cause inflammation and dry mouth, which can also lead to bleeding.
To be on the safe side, talk to your dentist if you notice that your gums bleed.
Read the full story here: http://yourdentalhealthresource.com/do-bleeding-gums-always-indicate-gum-disease/
How to face your fears for the dentist
Are you usually afraid of visiting the dentist? The sooner you learn how to face your fears, the sooner you will protect your teeth from cavities and loss.
Key takeaways:
– Recognise what scares you about the dentist, search for a dentist who specialises in treating patients with fears and let them know about your fears.
– Ask your dentist about dental tools and procedures and being sedated.
– Bring someone your trust, who doesn’t have your dental fears and will hold your hand through the procedure.
Visit the dentist regularly for checkups.
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Different solutions for the gap between your teeth
Having a gap between your teeth can now be solved with one or more visits to the dentist. Also known as diastema, gaps between teeth can be filled through the following procedures.
Key takeaways:
– Porcelain veneers are long-lasting, resistant to stains, super strong and the best option for people with a wide space between teeth.
– Dental bonding fills a small gap using composite resin material to extend the surface of teeth.
– If you have entire teeth missing, try getting dental implants instead of partial dentures.
– Braces can physically close a tooth gap.
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http://yourdentalhealthresource.com/top-treatment-options-for-closing-the-gap-in-your-smile/
The best brushing techniques to keep away plaque
Millions of people suffer from dental diseases due to poor brushing routines. Brushing your teeth properly is the first step to reducing visits to the dentists and preventing tooth loss.
Key takeaways:
– Brush daily, in the morning and before bedtime, using an electric toothbrush and toothpaste with 1400PPM fluoride.
– Quit rinsing your mouth after brushing as it washes the fluoride away, thus exposing you to cavities.
– Remember to brush your cheek lining and tongue.
– Use an interdental brush to clean in-between teeth.
See your dentist for regular checkups and professional cleaning.
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Root canal or dental implant?
It is always best to try and save a tooth where possible, however, if root canal treatment (RTC) is unlikely to rescue a severely infected tooth, an extraction and a dental implant may be the better option.
Key takeaways:
– RCT is cheaper, less painful and has fewer complications than an extraction and dental implant.
– However, RCT is only worthwhile if X-rays indicate the tooth can be successfully restored.
– Your dentist will be happy to discuss your options.
“The difficult decision between RCT and extraction is when there is no certainty on the success of RCT.”
Read the full story here: https://www.healthable.org/root-canal-vs-dental-implant/
The Dental Fear Ladder
The Dental Fear Ladder
A Simple Tool to Help with Dental Fear……
A really useful thing to do as part of your journey to beat your dental fear is to create a “fear ladder”
It can help to do this with post it notes or better still on your tablet/phone/pc to save a few trees
Pick whatever part of your journey you are on. So if say for example, you have manged to make contact with a dentist and have booked an appointment but now just don’t know if you can go through with it…….
Write a list ! now as a scientifically trained person I will admit I do love a good list, but humour me because this does work for most people
Imagine that first visit that you have booked
- create a list of the things that happen at a first dental appointment ,
- if you need some help take a peek at this you tube video of a younger version of me talking about what is involved ( at our practice at least )
- then try to arrange them into new order that for you represents least scary thing tat could happen to most scary thing that could happen
- this is your personal fear ladder
Dont agonise over it too much because as someone pointed out to me, depending on the day some items may rank higher or lower. But anything you can get down will be a help.
Now please please share that list with whoever is going to see you at your first visit. We always try and take things super easy and very slowly at a first visit but a recent conversation I had with someone reminded me that everyone is different and ultimately we don’t know for sure what you are going to find challenging in advance. We are fast learners but anything you an tell us in advance is a help.
Whats more an e-mail dialogue with the person you are going to see in advance mans that your are not “starting from scratch” and actually have a little bit of a relationship built up already.
If I can help you to beat your dental fear in any way then please don’t hesitate to contact me direct through the contact page of the website.
A Quick Look at Bruxism
Whether resulting from stress or bad habits, grinding our teeth (known as bruxism) can lead to some serious issues. What are some common symptoms associated with bruxism and when should you see your dentist for further advice?
– Bruxism will progressively damage the enamel of your teeth if it is not corrected.
– Your gums may also become affected, causing symptoms of gum disease or gingivitis.
– If you chip a tooth, immediately speak with your dentist.
“When you grind your teeth, the same force that gets put out to grind up food is now being put on your teeth.”
Learn more:
http://yourdentalhealthresource.com/how-does-teeth-grinding-impact-your-oral-health/
A Look at the Possible Causes of Itchy Gums
While itchy gums might not require a trip to the dentist, keeping your gums healthy is essential in order to protect your teeth and your overall oral health. What are the primary causes of itchy gums?
– Bruxism (grinding of teeth when sleeping or stressed) might cause this condition.
– Itching often occurs when an injury or superficial cut is healing.
– Dehydration is another symptom commonly associated with itchy gums. So, be sure to drunk plenty of water.
“A mild allergic reaction can cause an itchy mouth.”
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Oral health management for pregnant women
Pregnant women have more reason to practice through oral hygiene and regularly see the dentist. Studies show that the influx of hormones in the body of pregnant women can severely damage teeth.
Key takeaways:
– Craving for sugary foods increases the chances of getting cavities.
– Regular vomiting exposes teeth to corrosive stomach acids that erode enamel.
– Gum disease that causes swelling and bleeding of gums and worse, premature births.
Go to the dentist for regular cleaning and checkups and avoid sugary foods. Ask your dentist about measures you can take at home to protect your teeth.
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http://yourdentalhealthresource.com/what-are-the-top-dental-considerations-for-pregnant-women/