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Enjoying Better Dental Checkups

After a few years of constant dental problems, I decided to start focusing on taking better care of my teeth. Before I made any changes, I made an appointment to discuss my habits with my dentist. He talked with me about my daily dental routine, and made a few suggestions for ways that I could improve. The results were amazing. After improving my flossing regimen and brushing a little more carefully, I was able to make my next dental checkup a breeze. I want you to experience the same types of successes in the dental chair, which is why you should read my dentistry blog.

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Three All-Natural Strategies For Dealing With Chronic Bruxism

Posted on November 6, 2015

Bruxism--commonly known as grinding your teeth--is a fairly common condition that is estimated to affect somewhere around 30 to 40 million Americans each year. Over time, constant grinding can wear down the enamel on your teeth, making it difficult to chew and introducing the potential for serious decay. It can also cause headaches, neck aches, and a variety of other musculoskeletal problems. In this short guide, you'll learn about three all-natural strategies you can use to help alleviate bruxism. [Read More]

3-Step Home Remedy For Treating Your Minor Symptoms After Laser Gum Treatment

Posted on November 6, 2015

If you are about to have laser treatment for your gums, your dentist may have already explained that the use of lasers reduces the amount of pain, swelling and bleeding normally found after gum surgery. However, you may still have minor symptoms. If so, use the following three-step home remedy for soothing your sore, swollen gums and reducing the bleeding even further.  Step 1:  Rinse Your Mouth With Homemade Mouthwash [Read More]

5 Things Chemotherapy Patients Need To Know About Neurotoxicity

Posted on November 2, 2015

Chemotherapy is a common cancer treatment, but it can lead to a lot of complications throughout your body, including inside your mouth. One of these complications is neurotoxicity, a type of nerve damage, which may cause oral health problems such as toothaches. Here are five things that chemotherapy patients need to know about neurotoxicity. What is neurotoxicity? Neurotoxicity is a possible long-term effect of chemotherapy drugs. It means that your peripheral nervous system has been damaged and no longer works the way it should. [Read More]

Men Over 40: How Do You Rebuild Your Lower Jawbone After Tooth Loss?

Posted on October 30, 2015

If you're over the age of 40 and experience bone loss in your lower jaw after losing molars, take steps to rebuild and replace it before you get dental implants. Bone loss in the lower jaw makes your face appear older over time, particularly in the skin and muscles covering your jaw, which eventually lose their elasticity and strength. Your jawline, chin and cheekbones also look less chiseled after you lose bone and teeth. [Read More]