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  • 3 Ways Dental Implants Boost Self-Confidence


    Tooth loss can have a significant impact on one's confidence. Suddenly, your social life changes since it becomes difficult to make public appearances. The advancements made in the dental field have provided relief to patients by offering options to those who have lost teeth. Dental implants are the exact result of such improvements, and they do more than replace lost teeth; they are also confidence boosters compared to other solutions. This article highlights ways dental implants achieve this.
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  • How to take good care of your dentures


    Taking good care of your teeth is always a good idea. Everyone knows that teeth need to be cleaned to keep them healthy but what should you do if some or all of your teeth have been replaced with dentures? If your dentist has recommended that you be fitted with dentures, then it is important that you understand how to take appropriate care of your dentures. You will want your dentures to remain in good condition and for your mouth to maintain good oral hygiene.
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  • Why Might Your Dentist Want to Use Botox... Inside Your Mouth?


    Australians have a unique approach when it comes to shortening certain words and phrases. Perhaps this quirk is responsible for botulinum toxin becoming known as botox. It's easier to say, and it's certainly problematic to market something with the word 'toxin' in its title. You probably think of botox as something that's injected into your face, partially and temporarily paralysing certain nerves in order to smooth out lines and create a more youthful appearance.
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  • Understanding Paediatric Dentistry


    Paediatric dentistry is a specialisation within the wider field of dental work. To put it simply, paediatric dentistry is children's dentistry. Children have special requirements in all areas of healthcare, so some dentists will undertake further studies in order to be able to provide the sort of services children's dentistry requires. Bear in mind that paediatric dentistry does not mean simply dealing with smaller mouths and teeth. Nor does it mean that general dentists do not conduct basic procedures and check-ups with minors.
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  • How To Tell If Your Dentures Need Repairing And What To Do About It


    Dentures are essential tools for the people that use them and not just for eating. Dentures help their owners talk comfortably, feel confident in themselves and keep their jaw correctly aligned. Despite this, sometimes when something goes wrong with your dentures it is not immediately noticeable. Maybe a tooth feels slightly duller than before or you are not sure if it has always sat in your gums a certain way. If you are unsure about whether to go get your dentures fixed, here are a couple of signs you should look out for and how to resolve them.
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  • When Transparent Retainers Don't Want to Come Loose


    Orthodontics has progressed to the point that many people don't even need metal braces and can instead opt for transparent retainers, regularly replaced with a slightly tighter fit in order to reach the desired degree of straightening. Although these transparent retainers need to be snug in order to achieve their goal, what happens when they're too snug? What do you do when a transparent retainer won't come off? A Matter of Technique
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  • When a Child with Autism Spectrum Disorder Needs Braces


    When a child is told that they need braces, they can experience a range of emotions, from curiosity about how the braces will look and feel to mild excitement as the appointment moves closer. When your child has autism spectrum disorder, some extra care is needed to make the process as calm and comfortable as it can possibly be. Some of this is rather simple, such as your dentist allocating additional time for the fitting to accommodate any hesitancy your child might feel (and any subsequent delays).
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  • 4 Ways That Dry Mouth After Exercise Is Bad for Your Teeth


    When you exercise, especially during summer weather, your body becomes dehydrated. Dehydration has many debilitating symptoms, including lethargy, headaches and nausea. However, these are just some of the symptoms. Dry mouth is also the result of dehydration, and unless you rehydrate quickly following a bout of exercise, your teeth could suffer long-term damage. Saliva Is Important to Your Oral Health Although saliva seems to be an icky thing that you sometimes find deposited on your pillow when you wake up, it is crucial to your oral health.
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  • Reasons Why A Partially Dislodged Tooth Should Prompt A Visit To An Emergency Dentist


    While abnormalities in your oral health should have you visit your dentist as soon as possible, some situations should never be taken for granted. One such scenario is a tooth that is partially dislodged. Whether you are in pain or not, here are two reasons why a partially dislodged tooth should prompt a visit to an emergency dentist. Increase the chances of salvaging the tooth Some people may be under the impression that a partially dislodged tooth will eventually settle back into place if it is left alone.
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  • What to Do About a Cracked Dental Crown


    A cracked tooth can often be remedied with a dental crown. But sometimes lightning can strike twice in the same spot, and that spot is your tooth. What happens when the crown itself becomes cracked? It could be the result of an unfortunate accident, but whatever caused the issue, what do you need to do to deal with a cracked crown? Superficial or Serious Damage Obviously you need to make an urgent appointment with a dentist who repairs dental crowns in your area.
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