Many parents choose to wait to send their children to the dentist. The thinking behind this decision is due to the fact that their baby teeth will eventually fall out anyway. However, waiting can actually be detrimental to your child’s oral health. Here are a few reasons why you should visit a kid’s dentist in…
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It’s hard to get anything done when you have toothache pain. The throbbing ache can distract your focus from the task at hand, make eating and drinking next to impossible, and even cause you to lose sleep. Consider the advice below if you’ve been experiencing pain in your mouth for any reason. A Variety of…
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Root canals, while often feared, are a necessary step for anyone dealing with severe tooth decay. If your dentist recommends root canal therapy, it’s important to get this procedure as soon as possible. Though you may not want to, learning how to prepare for a root canal will make the process more palatable. How to…
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Everyone knows that brushing and flossing your teeth are the best ways to keep your smile bright and healthy. But, even the most dedicated tooth brushers might miss tiny nooks and crannies, especially in the molars, which you chew with. By design, molars are rough and uneven, which allows bacteria and leftover food to get…
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Attractive teeth and gums contribute to a healthy look that gives people confidence when speaking, eating, and smiling. There is another major health component to be considered. Oral health challenges may be indicative of other physical health problems, including cardiovascular trouble. World Oral Health Day seeks to create awareness around the importance of oral health…
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Individuals with missing teeth may wonder, “Do I need dentures or dental implants?” The decision to get dentures or implants is a personal one. Whether you need restorative dentistry, family dentistry, or general dentistry, when you select the Dental Center of Norcross, you can look forward to a pleasing outcome. Deciding Between Dentures and Implants…
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“How much does a filling cost?” You may be searching for the answer in your area because you’re paying out of pocket or doing comparison shopping, then you should know that dental fillings are quite reasonably priced. Different materials are used to create fillings, and pricing varies accordingly. Silver fillings are less than tooth-colored amalgam,…
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The need for emergency dental services is never a welcome surprise. Unfortunately, these incidents can happen anytime. Typical daily activities like eating hard candy or ice can cause a tooth to chip. In more extreme cases, a blow to the mouth while playing a contact sport may injure the jaw or cause tooth loss. Even…
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Each time you visit your dentist, you likely hear about the importance of flossing. For most Americans, however, flossing isn’t a part of their daily routine. In a 2017 survey, only 16% of people reported that they flossed at least once daily. While many of the participants reported that they didn’t floss because it was…
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Are you struggling to learn how to stop grinding your teeth? Most people clench or grind their teeth on occasion. Stress and muscle tension are often contributing factors. Occasional clenching and grinding typically do not result in damage to your tooth enamel. However, if you grind your teeth or clench your jaw regularly, chances are…
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