Archive for December, 2011
Proper Oral Care for Babies…Preventing Future Cavities:
Saturday, December 31st, 2011As parents, we are consumed on a daily basis with the needs of our young children. We strive to do the best we can when it comes to their health and dietary needs. However, many parents unfortunately are not properly educated by their child’s pediatrician on the proper nutrients for their children, thus leaving them [...]
Why do Teeth Turn Yellow?
Wednesday, December 28th, 2011We have all seen individuals and perhaps ourselves with a yellow tint to what used to be a nice white color enamel. Interestingly, the yellowing of teeth is not always associated with age. Although the majority of individuals who do have the appearance of yellow teeth are typically older in age, there has been an [...]
Ways to Treat Gum Recession Part III:
Tuesday, December 27th, 2011As I discussed in Part I of this blog series on receding gums, prevention is always the best when it comes to gum recession. Having a dentist that is qualified to study how the bite comes together is an important factor in maintaining dental health. Also, it is extremely important to visit the dental hygienist [...]
Ways to Prevent Gum Recession Part II:
Wednesday, December 21st, 2011Have you noticed your gums beginning to recede? Or have your teeth become more sensitive to cold drinks? These are a few common signs that are associated with gum recession. The body cannot re-grow gum tissue, therefore it is best to use preventative measures to ensure further destruction of the gums does not occur. Here [...]
Causes of Gum Recession Part I in Series:
Saturday, December 17th, 2011Have you heard the saying “long in the tooth?” This saying is very popular to this day amongst older generations. What they are referring to is teeth looking longer due to the gums receding with age. This thought was the “norm” with these generations. However, with the increased knowledge in the dental and health community, [...]
