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New studies show that the use of fluoridated toothpaste without the taking into account the amount of fluoride in the water, food and drinks that may have the tooth protector can have a detrimental effect on oral health. Too much fluoride is bad for your teeth as has been found by studies a few years back. The new study shows that the increased use of supplements in foods and drinks have further raised the risk of too much fluoride in the human body which discolors teeth and causes spots. Children that are between 2 to 7 have an average fluoride intake of around 1/4 a milligram which is too much and is due to their ill developed swallowing reflexes. Younger children aged six months to three years should not have more than 1/5 milligram’s intake of the additive. Even infant formulas and other baby products have fluoride supplements which should b factored into the computations to ascertain the right amount of intake. A move to stop the addition of the additive to the water supply is currently being evaluated due to the proliferation of other fluoride in other products. Besides, the taking out of fluoride from the water treatment plant will result in savings for them which would in turn lower the prices customers have to pay for their water supply.

Posted April 29, 2008 Comments(0)

These toothbrushes can be called electric toothbrushes on steroids for they do not only brush your teeth, they use sonic energy to dislodge debris and food particles in hard to reach places which the rotating brush then removes further. Brushing is still the best defense against cavities and everybody knows that. The only problem is when our lifestyles alter time thus leaving that at a premium. Even the simple task of proper brushing takes a while and a person who needs to sleep after a long day’s work in the office sometimes interferes with the routine. The fast lifestyle more and more people are shifting to also affects our dental health for the advent of more and more energy drinks to fuel our bodies beyond the limit can cause damage to teeth with their corrosive ingredients.

Posted April 25, 2008 Comments(0)

Erbium Yag LasersThe debate has been going on for the duration of its existence with both sides saying the technology does seem promising yet their use is still highly disputed. ER:Yag Lasers have been around since the late 80’s when they were first studied for their potential as a tool for both dental and medical applications. Dental applications seem to have a more positive effect due to the shortened treatment periods needed for treatment of dental problems for with operations on tissue it has the added benefit of shorter healing times. It also has a good use as a cleaner when preparing cavities for it destroys diseased tissue while leaving the healthy ones intact. It can also be used to treat lesions in the mouth where sores are exposed and cleared of any long term problems in one sitting. The benefits of such technologies have long been recognized and newer versions even have them in combination with CO2 lasers for use on hard tissue as opposed to the effectivity of ER:Yag for soft tissue use. Combined, a tool that is capable of handling soft and hard tissue such as the gums that has less healing and need for prolonged antibiotic treatment is truly a welcome sight that is to smile about.

Posted April 21, 2008 Comments(0)

They are veneers that are quite steep for their price of $700.00 per tooth but the benefits are very delightful due to it’s non-invasive nature. The ceramic veneer is as thin as a contact lens and can be used directly over old bridgework that has discolored (maybe more or less than the natural teeth making them stand out) in time. May it be natural or bridgework, the veneer works and it makes better smiles. The price is quite steep for a cosmetic treatment but for that glow without the drilling and abrasion with traditional treatments this is the way to go. It leaves teeth sparkling white and has the added benefit of being tough (because of the ceramic nature) that protects teeth from further decay.

Posted April 17, 2008 Comments(0)

There are a lot of cosmetic dentistry practices that are failing to do a proper evaluation and preparatory procedures that are necessitated by not only getting the teeth to look good but to evaluate properly the status of teeth and gums. True to this, many cosmetic procedures are causing more problems than solutions resulting in teeth loss and infections. Improper evaluation has the cosmetic procedure covering up underlying conditions which should have been treated in the first place which the cosmetic procedure is not designed to remedy such as hidden cavities or worn down enamels that have gone deep enough to weaken the structures of the teeth. These conditions if not corrected properly would have it worsening underneath the veneer or have the tooth disintegrate without the patient even knowing about it only to find out when pain has started to set in and the tooth is beyond remedy resulting in extraction of the erring tooth.

Posted April 13, 2008 Comments(0)

Toothbrushes have changed a lot since man began using twigs and other materials to clean their teeth. They have now evolved into many different types, shapes and sizes that they can have dozens of variations. From regular bristles to soft, regular to specialty, regular and anti-bacterial… Yep. There are toothbrushes on the market that takes the brushing regime a step further by having their bristles coated with anti-bacterial compounds that kills the ones that are left on them after you use them. The mouth being one of the dirtiest parts of the body has a host of bacterial residents that without proper cleaning leads to tooth decay and tooth loss. The coating contains bacteria killing chemicals that release themselves from the bristles as you brush and prevents them from growing on your toothbrush afterwards. What’ll they think of next, the self-brushing toothbrush?

Posted April 9, 2008 Comments(0)

Parents seldom pay attention to this problem till most of the baby’s front teeth have become so badly worn and decayed they are gone. Baby bottle decay is a condition when the child experiences decay in the areas that come in contact with their feeding bottles causing early tooth loss and decay in the frontal teeth. The problem is caused by sugars which when digested by the myriad of bacteria in our mouths produce acids as by-products eating away your baby’s teeth. Sweet liquids and milk before sleeping is a major cause for during sleep, saliva production is slower allowing more of the residual milk or sweet beverage to remain for bacteria to digest. Have a bottle of water ready for bedtime to feed right after the child has finished their milk to rinse away the residual material left in the mouth. Also, try to shift to cups if the child is already used to them but try not to do it too early for the sucking motion of bottle feeding (which mimics the action of sucking

Posted April 5, 2008 Comments(0)

These products are supplementary aides in the drive to attain better smiles and should always remain that way. There are some hazards to their use for depending on the brand and types used which can cause a wide range of illnesses from ulcers, sodium retention, stains, root sensitivity, soreness, numbness and a chemical reaction in your taste buds that can alter your ability to taste. Some of these liquids can contain 18 to 26% alcohol can become habitual leading to the burning sensation in your teeth, gums and cheeks. Never allow children to use mouth rinses without adult supervision for they tend to swallow more than their fair share of these seemingly harmless liquids.

Posted April 1, 2008 Comments(0)