New Ideas in Oral Health Care

Posted on: 22 April 2022

Your toothbrush is your primary weapon against tooth decay and other related oral conditions. Use your toothbrush well and you can cut down on your visits to your dentist for dental treatment. Many people don't brush their teeth enough. And other people are unaware of the correct brushing technique. While brushing your teeth, keep the following rules in mind to ensure that your teeth are clean and undamaged after each oral hygiene session.
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Posted on: 7 January 2022

Supernumerary means extra, beyond what is needed, or surplus to requirements—so you can probably guess what a supernumerary tooth is. The trouble is that your dental arch is configured to hold a certain number of teeth, and anything beyond that creates the risk of dental overcrowding. This can lead to issues with the alignment and general health of your teeth. There are subcategories of supernumerary teeth, and some are more problematic than others.
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Posted on: 7 January 2022

When your dentist fits you with a new set of dentures, they're providing you with a life-changing alteration to your appearance. Whether you're replacing one missing tooth or several, you'll need to maintain an excellent oral hygiene routine. Doing so helps to ensure you remain free from gum disease and can help you keep more of your natural teeth for longer. If you're new to wearing false teeth, it'll help to learn some oral hygiene dos and don'ts.
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Posted on: 10 November 2021

The need for an emergency tooth extraction is one reason to call an emergency dentist. Knowing when the issue requires emergency intervention is necessary. 1. Severe Pain Toothache pain can be one of the most severe types of pain you can feel. If you can alleviate much of the discomfort with the use of over-the-counter pain reducers like acetaminophen or a gum numbing gel from the chemist, then emergency extraction may not be needed and you can instead just schedule an appointment.
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