Fill Me In: The Pros And Cons Of Three Different Tooth Restoration Materials

Posted on 15 April 2015

Having a tooth filled is never a particularly pleasant procedure, but one that is unfortunately necessary for a badly decayed or damaged tooth. Without a proper filling to restore the tooth's strength and integrity, the tooth can damage the teeth and gums around it as it disintegrates. It also presents an easy avenue of infection for bacteria, that can lead to abscesses, pulp necrosis and even blood poisoning in rare cases. [Read More]

3 Lesser Known Causes Of Receding Gums

Posted on 18 March 2015

Nobody likes the pain and misery that comes with a badly receding gum line, so it's a safe bet that a lot of you will have done your research and know the most common causes of this condition. Gum disease, smoking, brushing your teeth too hard, or brushing with a stiff bristled brush are all among the most common causes of gum recession. But what if you practise excellent oral hygiene and your gums are still receding? [Read More]

4 Signs That You May Need Dentures

Posted on 17 February 2015

Dentures are often a last resort for individuals, as good oral hygiene and regular checkups with a dentist can often help you to avoid the tooth loss that causes you to need dentures. However, there are times when no amount of brushing and flossing can get your teeth healthy, and there's only so much a dentist can do to fix your teeth. Dentures may be a better option for you. Consider some signs that you may need dentures versus any other type of treatment for your teeth. [Read More]

What You Need To Know About Digital Radiography

Posted on 21 January 2015

Digital radiography is now being seen as the future of dental imaging. It is basically a form of X-ray imaging that uses digital sensors as opposed to the traditional X-ray film. The result is enhanced computer images of gums, teeth and other oral conditions. Digital dental radiography allows for better diagnosis, detection and monitoring of diseases and dental conditions. There are several techniques used in digital radiography to achieve imaging finesse, and they make this this procedure beneficial as compared with traditional X-ray methods. [Read More]

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Oral Health and Genetic Risk Factors

Hi! My name is Molly, and in spite of being diligent about brushing and flossing, I suffer from a lot of oral health issues including cavities and gum disease. I have realized over the years how big of a role genetics plays in oral health, and I find it to be such an exciting topic that I have created a blog about it. In this blog, I am going to include info about genetics and dentistry, but I am also going to include posts about what to do if you "inherited" challenging teeth from your family. For example, sealants have helped me to avoid cavities. I hope you find this blog useful, and that you keep returning to read its posts! --Molly

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