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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...

Chinese complain about the high cost of dental implants

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Installation of dental implants cost Chinese tens of thousands of yuan. According to the agency, this segment of the market only began to develop in China, and the cost of such services varies from a few thousand to tens of thousands of yuan, depending on the materials used. "Despite the fact that the prevalence of dental implants in China is low, they are already making a profit is very good, many clinics now specially engaged in the development of this part of the market", - said the representative of the Shanghai dental clinic by the name of Mao. Also, according to the speaker, the cost of the implant cost 30,000 yuan ($ 4,900) is about 3,000 yuan ($ 491). His colleague from the hospital in Changzhou, Jiangsu Province, Mao confirmed the price tag, saying that the cost of the implant is about 10%. At the same time stressed that the profitability of some consumable parts is very high, and sometimes reaches 600%, the speaker also said that investing in dentistry, it i...

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...

Metal Braces: Best Form Of Orthodontic braces Of All Times

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The term braces does not really bring a smile to our face. This is because you know that it is your very smile that is going to be affected by braces. Braces the term has somehow become a generalized term for metal braces. They are shunned, disliked by all but they are still preferred as the best form of braces. Metal braces have indeed travelled a long way and with every passing age the complications in its mechanism became simpler. The first braces were used in the 1950s when the use of stainless steel was introduces. The bonding of the metal brackets directly with the teeth was started from the 1980s and today metal braces are quite comfortable to use. But there are still certain advantages due to which metal braces are still very popular almost after fifty years of its invention and use. Advantages Of Metal braces The best part of metal braces is that they are still now very cost effective. In comparison to Invisalign which costs around $3000 to $9000 these braces are one ti...

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 ...

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...