Hi! I'm Harley. No matter how good your oral hygiene is, there will probably come a time in your life when you need dentures or cosmetic dentistry. For me, it was earlier than most. In elementary school (unfortunately after I had lost my baby teeth), I was playing tetherball during recess. My hand-eye coordination has always been horrible, and in this case it caused me to miss the ball--which then proceeded to hit me in the head at full speed. It knocked me over, and when my chin hit the pavement, I lost three front teeth. Needless to say, I have since had teeth implants and a really good relationship with my dentist. So I started this site to show that things like the dentist, dentures, and implants are all normal things! I hope you enjoy learning about them.
Posted on: 13 January 2016
If you need a root canal, your dentist will see the signs more clearly than you will. However, there may be some warning signs that you'll be able to identify on your own. Knowing the signs of needing a root canal and what to do about it can help you take care of your teeth.
How can you tell if you need a root canal?
If you need a root canal, you'll probably notice some of the following symptoms:
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Posted on: 23 December 2015
Periodontal disease is the result of gingivitis that is not treated immediately. Periodontal disease will often destroy the gum and tissue around your teeth. This will result in loose teeth that may have to be removed by your dentist. If gingivitis is caught early on, it can be treated and you can avoid developing periodontal disease. The best way to prevent periodontal disease is by adding dental rinses to your dental care routine.
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Posted on: 4 December 2015
Flossing is the best and most effective method of removing the bits of food that get trapped in between the teeth. Over time if those bits of food do not get cleaned out then they will eventually decay and begin to form bacteria that will start to attack the tooth. The bacteria will attack the enamel of the tooth and eventually lead to the formation of a cavity or other oral diseases.
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Posted on: 16 November 2015
If you have stained or discolored teeth caused by the things you eat or drink then you are a good candidate for a teeth whitening treatment. A good teeth whitening product should be able to lighten your teeth back up by removing stains on the surface of your teeth. However, if you have teeth that are discolored for other reasons, such as a side effect of medication or a genetic condition which causes you to have thinner enamel, then teeth whitening won't work on you.
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