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4 Bad Habits to Avoid For Healthy Teeth

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If you brush twice a day and have hardly ever experienced any kind of major problems involving oral health, you can easily believe that your teeth will invariably remain in good shape. Still there are numerous daily activities that may be gradually yet steadily harming your teeth. Consider the following frequent habits that may trigger serious, extensive issues, and try to overcome any which seem familiar. 1. Brushing Teeth to Vigorously It might seem you are being conscientious, however brushing your teeth way too vigorously can in fact trigger more harm than good because it weakens the teeth enamel considerably. You can try to thoroughly brush your teeth with a softer brush, and remember to brush them in delicate, even circles. 2. Drinking Diet Soda or Fruit Juice Even though drinking diet soft drinks may help your waist, it destroys your teeth because of the acidic properties connected with artificial sweeteners such as aspartame. At the same time, regular soda contains a ...

Cleaning teeth after implantation and other dental procedures?

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Whatever non-invasive methods are not specialists performed extractions, implants, transplants hard or soft tissue in the mouth and other surgical procedures, the occurrence of pain and some swelling after such invasive procedures is inevitable. In order to facilitate the healing process should be as accurately as possible to brush your teeth and use with special tools. First, pay special attention to the choice of pasta. It should not be hard abrasives, which are usually included in the whitening toothpastes, as they can not hurt to end the prolonged wound. It is best to brush your teeth with antibacterial and anti-inflammatory drugs with a high content of active oxygen. In addition, suggested after every meal use air foam for teeth that helps remove food debris and prevent them from falling into the inflamed area. Perhaps the most important tool in the cleaning process is considered a toothbrush, and then exactly how you use it. Only with the help of ultrasoft brush you can gen...

7 facts about teeth that need to know

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We all know that we should brush your teeth twice a day, floss daily and go to the dentist every six months. What else you need to know about the teeth to protect them from tooth decay? 1. Dry mouth can cause holes in the teeth. Saliva helps to chew and swallow food, and protects teeth from oral diseases (caries, gingivitis). Furthermore, saliva helps keep intact enamel neutralizing acid (as ingested with the food, and generated by the bacteria of the oral cavity). Remember that 8-10 glasses of water a day will not only save from dehydration , but also help to avoid dry mouth. 2. Brushing your teeth after eating. You can not brush your teeth immediately after eating, especially if it contains a high amount of acid. In this case, the toothbrush of the assistant becomes it helps to rub acid softened enamel areas, which increases of caries. To save enamel, teeth should be brushed at least half an hour after meals. If you just drank a liquid with high acidity, it should drink wa...

Whitening teeth

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The researches of the British Royal Society of Chemistry, teeth whitening using ultraviolet lamp is bad for the health of the skin and eyes, according Tacade.com. According to the head of research Breyzel Helen (Ellen Brazzel), after bleaching procedure using an ultraviolet lamp can be damage to the skin and eyes caused by radioactive exposure to UV. As explained by the doctor, one such procedure is equivalent "to fire in the middle of summer in open space with no protection from the sun." In high-risk patients are those with sensitive skin and increased reaction to light. Ultraviolet for whitening teeth used to enhance the effectiveness of agents such as hydrogen peroxide . In December 2013, another group of British scientists has established how much sugar can be used to keep your teeth healthy. About the latest developments of dental science and modern methods of dental treatment in the special project "All about dentistry" .

Half of teens wearing braces for nothing

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Because standards of beauty imposed by the film industry and glossy magazines, girls in half times more likely boys wear braces to correct the shape of their teeth. These are the results of a study conducted by American sociologists among children 8-11 years. In twice as many adolescent girls are dissatisfied with the shape of their teeth (compared with boys) and ready to wear braces to subsequently look beautiful. While 56% of girls and 47% boys, have dared to wear braces, there is no need to correct the bite on medical and aesthetic indications. Similar data were received and German sociologists: according to the results of their research, braces are 38% of girls and 30% of boys aged 11 to 14 years. According to statistics, which lead orthodontist, about the same number of children of both sexes need braces for occlusion . Such love to braces - a consequence of rigid standards of beauty imposed by glossy magazines and fashion films, sociologists say. As explained by the ...

The State of Dentistry in India Today

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Dentists in India If you follow dental news or you happen to be interested in dentistry in India you may have come across articles on the subject of the number of dentists in India. The Dental Council of India has recently appealed to ministers to prevent the opening of new dental colleges in some states. The number of graduates is increasing year on year and more and more graduate dentists are struggling to find a job. According to the World Health Organisation, the recommended ratio of dentists to patients should be 1:7500, but in some areas of India, including Maharashtra, the ration has dropped to 1:5000 and there are not enough jobs to go round for newly qualified dentists. In the state alone, there are 35 dental collages, producing 3000 new dentists every year. A graduate dentist who qualified recently said that a decade ago there was a huge amount of prestige attached to being a dentist, but there are now so many dentists and clinics on every corner that there is little ...

The advantages of dental implants

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Dental implants are becoming popular because they look and feel just like natural teeth. No one will know you have artificial teeth as long as you keep the secret to yourself. You will be able to eat better and speak naturally, and your facial contour will also improve. The only thing that deters people from receiving them is the high cost. A single implant can cost as much as £1,200 in the UK. The good news is that the prices are coming down. Dental implants have several advantages over traditional teeth restoration techniques like bridge and denture. Here are some of them. Look and feel like natural teeth: Dental implants look and feel like so natural that you won't feel the difference most of the time. Not only will you be able to eat better (than with bridges and dentures), but you will also be able to speak without any difficulty. Last much longer: Dental implants last at least ten years, which is much longer than bridges and dentures. They also do not need much repai...

How to avoid and overcome plaque

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Minimizing Plaque on Your Children's Teeth Plaque is a yellowish film that builds on the teeth and creates an acid that eats tooth enamel and causes major problems in the oral health of your children. As plaque builds, it can lead to tooth decay and gingivitis, which can stay with your children throughout their lives. Because of this, it is important to help teach your children the steps to help minimize the buildup of plaque on their teeth. One of the most important steps to removing plaque is proper brushing. The toothbrush should be placed at a 45-degree angle between the tooth and the gum. The brush can move in either a circular movement or through the "gentle scrub method," which involves moving the brush backwards and forwards in very short strokes. Teeth should be brushed at least twice a day in an unhurried and thorough manner. It is recommended that brushing occurs after breakfast and before you go to sleep. Another important step to removing plaque is pr...

Negative health impacts of bad teeth and gums

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Most people are aware that they should brush their teeth and floss to keep their teeth and gums healthy, but you may be surprised to find out that taking good care of your oral health can also help to reduce your risk of other medical conditions, some of which are very serious and potentially deadly. How does poor oral health affect general health? Dentists often say that the mouth is a window to the rest of the body and a healthy mouth often reflects a healthy body. In recent years there have been several studies published in journals, which suggest a link between oral health and general health, with many implying that neglecting your oral health increases your risk of medical conditions. One of the most common associations is oral health and heart health, with some studies suggesting that poor oral health increases the risk of heart disease. Experts believe that oral health has a significant bearing on general health because bacteria from the mouth can travel to other parts o...

5 Reasons that Make Six Month Teeth Braces Popular

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Why should you opt for six month teeth braces? Before you make any decision in this regard, it is important to find out the reasons that make these a better choice than conventional teeth braces. Here is a look at the reasons that make six month braces a popular option amongst all. Reason 1: It is discreet: As the brackets of this type of braces are made from tooth-coloured material and the wires are very small, they are not conspicuous. This makes it difficult to discern their presence even when you open your mouth to talk, smile or eat. The teeth braces remain unnoticeable during the treatment; this makes them a good choice if the worry about your appearance prevents you from wearing conventional metal braces. However, these are not invisible, like the clear braces are. Reason 2: It is quick: The best advantage of this type of teeth braces is that they help straighten your teeth within a short time. You may only need to wear it for a few months, typically for 6-9 months. Th...

How could you improve your dental practice consulting?

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Most of the dentists practice to craft most of their time and for grand majority of the dentists, they come up to setting up their own clinic. But, there are several dentists who get their residencies in big hospitals and they just sign up for the major clinics. Running the show will not likely to be the part of the contract even if they are working as a senior staff or a partner. Thus, if they have been running their own business they are not able to give enough time towards their practice or they take early retirement to continue that for the selling purposes. They must have good intentions to continue with the contract and thus they make sure that there will not get off the ground while they put it on the sale. In this article, we are going to suggest some few tips on how they can either improve their business quality while they put it on sale Improve your production quality: Before the actual retirement, the doctors sometimes start to slow down their business and thus in an ex...

Just how good is your oral hygiene?

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The quality of our oral hygiene is dependent on a number of factors working together, such as: Diet Oral cleaning Professional dental scaling and polishing Dental treatments Teeth grinding habits Lifestyle choices Dental check-ups Diet - The types and combinations of foods we consume daily impact our oral health. For example, foods high in sugar and acid may cause excess plaque build-up and potential tooth decay. Beverages, such as wine, coffee and tea may discolour or stain teeth, not leaving the mouth looking fresh. Oral cleaning - Whether or not we follow dentist-recommended oral hygiene practices impacts oral hygiene and health. Brushing teeth daily with proper teeth brushing technique after meals, before sleep and on awaking removes debris and plaque build-up from the teeth. Flossing daily after meals removes food that maybe trapped between teeth. Brushing the tongue removes plaque and bacteria from the surface. Proper oral cleaning keeps the mouth hygienic and fre...

Halitosis (Bad Breath odor) Causes and Precautions

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Halitosis is caused due to many reasons. Diabetes, Kidney failure, stomach and liver disorders, dental disease, hunger and many other reasons can cause bad breath. Although simple such as bad breath may herald serious disease, such as in the case of human psychological problems may lead to serious. Also adversely affected the social life of the individual is an incontestable fact. The name of the medicinal smell of the mouth and "Halitosis" I searched for you, as a term, In this paper, we will share with you ways to prevent bad breath causes and the smell of the mouth. REASONS: Living bacteria in the oral cavity with residues of sulfur compounds causing bad breath. The bacteria are dead or dying reveals sulfur compounds. Bacteria and food debris layer deposited on the back of the tongue. A very rough surface structure of the language and has a property suitable for bacteria accumulated in these areas. If the tooth surface is cleaned as soon as it becomes convenien...