11. Sports Dentistry 101: Mouth Guards
October 07, 2011
In sports, the challenge has always been to maximize participation while minimizing injuries. With athletes losing an estimated 5 million teeth each year from sports-related injuries, sports dentistry has a major role to play in this area. The purpose of sports dentistry is to prevent any oral cavit...
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12. The Importance of Baby Teeth
October 07, 2011
Baby teeth (sometimes referred to as milk teeth) are not permanent anyway, so why care for them? Many pediatric dentists argue that baby teeth are just as important to infants and children as permanent teeth are to adults. Although only a temporary factor in the long term development of children’s m...
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13. Common Types of Gum Diseases
October 07, 2011
Gum diseases are one of the forms of oral problems that affect millions of people in the United States. It comes in three different types, namely: gingivitis, periodontitis, and gum cancer. These gum diseases can be prevented through regular brushing, professional cleaning, and the use of oral care ...
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14. A Closer Look at Teeth Grinding
October 07, 2011
A good dentist must be able to administer treatment and address the different oral health care problems of his patients. In Colorado Springs, for instance, dentists make a thorough and comprehensive oral health examination to know their patient’s dental needs. Through an oral health examination, the...
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15. Cosmetic Dentistry: An Overview
October 07, 2011
A smile has an aesthetic value that cannot be easily disregarded. It comes from within when a person feels great about him/herself. Positive outlook enhanced by confidence heightens the way a person smiles and presents him/herself to the world.
However, what will happen when that positive st...
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16. Quality Dental Insurance for the Underprivileged
October 07, 2011
In the year 2000, more than 125 million Americans were without dental insurance, and the numbers have continued to rise. Even individuals who possessed some form of dental insurance were often underinsured for procedures like oral surgery. Tooth decay remains the most common treatable oral disease i...
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17. Ways to Make a Dental Visit Seem Less Scary
October 07, 2011
Visiting the dentist is not just a task, it’s a responsibility. Regular dental check-ups and cleanings can help prevent many dental problems and help you maintain the health of your teeth. Never wait for your dental condition to become severe and more painful. Untreated dental problems may result to...
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18. Tips to Follow when Taking Children to Dental Check-ups
October 07, 2011
Oral health is an important aspect of overall health. Maintaining the teeth and mouth in good condition helps prevent dental problems to arise and lessen the chance to develop a severe medical condition. Poor oral hygiene can lead to gum disease, which is an infection of the tissues that support the...
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19. Evolution of Dentistry
October 07, 2011
It is understandable that some people are afraid of going to the dentist; this is completely normal. However, it might be useful to note that dental procedures today are so much neater and less painful compared with ancient dentistry. There are fossils of ancient people with drilled or filed teeth d...
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20. The Evolution of Dentistry
October 07, 2011
It is understandable that some people are afraid of going to the dentist; this is completely normal. However, it might be useful to note that dental procedures today are so much neater and less painful compared with ancient dentistry. There are fossils of ancient people with drilled or filed teeth d...
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