preparing for unpredictable dental injuries

Posted on: 31 March 2016

The underlying health of your mouth, teeth, and gums is important, so you may already understand the need for proper brushing and flossing. However, routine checkups by your dentist are also important to prevent or diagnose more involved dental issues. While the beginning stage of gum disease, or gingivitis, causes light bleeding during brushing, tender gums, and a foul taste in the mouth, you may not pay attention to these early signs. [Read More]

Posted on: 17 March 2016

Experts estimate that around 178 million people in the United States have at least one tooth missing, and around 90 percent of these people wear dentures. For older patients, dentures are often an effective way to deal with missing teeth, but seniors are often less able to properly clean and look after these vital dental appliances. Find out why you need to remove your dentures overnight, and learn more about three serious health problems that may occur if you don't take out your false teeth before you go to sleep. [Read More]

Posted on: 17 February 2016

Under the Department of Veteran's Affairs (DVA) health care system, veterans may receive help with a wide range of medical costs. The DVA offers support through a network of facilities across the United States, with aid given to more than 8 million veterans every year. However, it's not always clear if you can get help for certain treatments. Find out if the DVA program offers help with dental implants, and learn more about the complications you may face when claiming for support. [Read More]

Posted on: 27 August 2015

You might often think about your diet and exercise in regards to having a strong, healthy body, but one thing that you might not often think about is caring for your teeth so that they stay strong and problem free. Strengthening your teeth doesn't involve exercise, but there are a number of simple things that you can do daily to ensure that your teeth stay strong. Ensure You Are Getting Fluoride [Read More]