Surviving your tooth extraction

Posted on 27 July 2018

Tooth extractions are never fun, but they don't have to be the stuff of nightmares either. If you've been advised that a tooth has got to go, read on to find out how it's done. Along the way, you might even learn a few tricks to surviving the process. Why does the dentist need to extract your tooth? Tooth extractions need to be done for many reasons. Wisdom teeth: Problems with wisdom teeth are common, and many tooth extractions are necessary because wisdom teeth have emerged from the gums misaligned or causing pressure on the surrounding teeth. [Read More]

When Bonding Gives You and Edge: How Edge Bonding Can Restore Worn Teeth

Posted on 10 July 2018

All materials, no matter how tough or durable, eventually begin to erode. In regards to teeth, which come together every time you eat something or exert yourself, erosion is a foregone conclusion. It is normal then, as you age, for your teeth to become shorter. They may also experience wear and tear around the edges, giving your teeth a jagged or uneven appearance. Naturally, chipped teeth that have an irregular surface edge negatively affect your smile. [Read More]

Dentists and Autism: How to Prepare Your Child to Switch Dentists After Moving Home

Posted on 8 June 2018

Kids with autism often rely on routines to help them cope with the tasks that they must deal with in life. Establishing a routine that your child is comfortable with can take a lot of time and effort, especially if you're trying to get them to do something that has to happen but that doesn't happen every day, like going to the dentist. Even if you and your dentist have worked with your child to make the check-up experience manageable, this can all go out of the window if you move to a new house and must switch dentists. [Read More]

Is It Possible to Prevent a Child Needing Braces?

Posted on 26 April 2018

Orthodontic problems are very common in children, causing many young people to rely on braces to straighten their teeth during their teenage years. However, a number of dentists believe that there are things parents can do to promote normal orthodontic development in kids. Here are a few top tips that could help to decrease or eliminate your child's need for braces. 1. Breastfeed Your Baby According to some dentists, breastfeeding can help an infant's mouth to develop normally. [Read More]

About Me

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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