Dental Guides: Oral Health (Page 2)
The Top 4 Signs Of Teeth Grinding
Bruxism, teeth grinding, or TMJ all commonly refer to the condition of when a person clenches their jaw or grinds their teeth throughout sleep. It's a serious medical issue that can cause massive damage to the mouth and affect various functions of the teeth. According to a recent article published by the ADA Health Policy Institute in September of 2020, teeth grinding has increased by nearly 60... ❯❯❯
6 Teeth-Whitening Mistakes to Avoid
Have your teeth acquired a darker shade over time? The process of darkening isn’t surprising given the effects lifestyle has on the look of one’s smile. Consuming teeth-staining foods, smoking, and neglecting oral hygiene are only some of the wrong choices, affecting whiteness.
When deciding to whiten your teeth, there are a couple of mistakes to avoid for the results to be satisfying. Spare... ❯❯❯
5 Things You Need To Know With Bone Graft
If you are missing teeth, you may want a dental implant. Your oral surgeon may recommend bone grafting. Although bone grafting sounds like a drastic procedure, it is a procedure that oral surgeons perform frequently. With bone grafting, oral surgeons can increase your jaw bone volume. This makes it possible for them to insert a dental implant even if your bone has deteriorated for many years.... ❯❯❯
3 Signs You Might Need Braces
More adults and children are straightening their teeth today, than ever before. This is because there are now options to traditional braces, giving you more ways to improve your smile. But it can be difficult to know whether you need teeth straightening. So, we asked the dental professionals at impactortho.com to share three signs you might need your smile corrected.
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Where to Get the Best Whitening Toothpaste
Shopping for health and beauty products is often a game composed of many compromises. There are plenty of specialized toothpaste on the market and finding a toothpaste that’s well-rounded can require you to make sacrifices in specific areas. That’s not even taking into account the harsh and potentially dangerous chemicals that are packed into so many toothpaste brands. But there’s one brand you... ❯❯❯
A Guide to Proper Oral Hygiene
Oral hygiene is a thing that many people discuss today. To keep yourself healthy and confident, you'll want to ensure that you always your oral hygiene in check. Aside from ensuring that you brush your teeth daily, there are many other things that you should do to protect your oral health.
Five steps to achieving proper oral hygiene
While oral hygiene is an integral part of our daily lives, not... ❯❯❯
An Easy Way to Get Rid of Wine Stains
Ever got embarrassed due to that purple stain on your teeth after drinking wine? Don’t worry, you’re not the only one. The sight of a beautiful glass of red wine seems exciting to all of us, but leaving behind that stain can be tricky. We are here to help you with ways on how you can continue to enjoy your drink while keeping your pearly whites intact.
Clean your Teeth Beforehand.
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Is There A Link Between Oral Health & Heart Disease?
The heart and mouth don’t have much in common; that’s what most people think. However, they may actually be closely linked based on increasing evidence. For instance, heart valve infection and heart vessel inflammation can be triggered by the bacteria present in the mouth when they travel throughout the body.
That being said, this post dives into the link between oral health and heart disease.
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How Your Mouth Bacteria Affects Your Brain
Did you know that some mouth bacteria can make its way into your brain? This horrific reality sounds like science fiction. But it is true. You have potentially 100s of types of bacteria in your mouth that cause dental problems and are able to travel to other parts of your body. This means that tooth decay and gum disease are not only oral health concerns.
What Science Tells Us about Oral... ❯❯❯
6 Small Habits That Help You Age Well
As you get older, it's easy to get confused with all the aging advice floating around out there. For example, wine is good for you. Nope, wine is bad for you. You should be taking calcium supplements. Nope, you shouldn't be taking calcium supplements. With all of the advice that is good one day and not the next, it's no wonder people get confused. In reality, there are a few small habits that can... ❯❯❯
