If you have young children, you might wonder if you should start bringing them to your family dentist or if you should find an office that caters to kids. There are some pros and cons about each option. You should learn the main reasons to do one or the other before you make a decision. It may seem easy to just bring your children to your own practitioner. This requires less paperwork, since the office should already have your insurance and...more
Colorful Colorado was as soon as referred to as "candy country" in a write-up on The Denver Post. That's because there are many neighborhood candy makers in the state that also export their sugary mixtures. However, excessive candy can easily damage your dental health, and this can just worsen if you have uneven or crowded pearly whites.The mouth is a natural breeding place for bacteria. Even if you clean your teeth consistently, there will...more
Pediatric Dentistry is a specialized branch of dentistry for children and adolescents. One of the most important and challenging aspects of child behavior management is the control of pain. Children who undergo early painful experiences during dental procedures are likely to carry negative feelings toward dentistry into adulthood. Therefore, it is important that clinicians make every effort to minimize pain and discomfort during dental treatment. Procedural sedation and local analgesia is an effective way to control pain in pediatric dental care and it is widely practiced by a large group of dentists and specialists across Canada.In Vancouver, dentistry uses the administration of local analgesics to children during restorative and surgical procedures. Thus pediatric patients can undergo dental procedures with reduced pain and stress. Dentists have various devices and procedures available for achievement of local analgesia.Research has shown that the administration of injections is the primary fear-inducing stimulus in children. However with local analgesia children can have a painless and more pleasant and relaxed experience during dental procedures. This also enables dentists to...more
In the last decade or two, there has been a renewed interest in natural methods. Be it health, medicine or farming, people prefer natural methods and ingredients over synthetic ones now largely due to the long term effects of synthetic products on the body. This interest has created a huge market for consumer goods created from natural materials....more
Caring for teeth is one of the top concerns when it comes to personal grooming. However, for some it may not be their priority. With modern technology, every oral problem can now be treated and addressed with much accuracy. Thanks to the cutting edge methods and techniques, and the talent of the new generation dentists.Finding a good dentist who...more
Change is inevitable, which is why we see ourselves adjusting to changes at every stage of life. But you will have to agree, one change that never feels good (at any stage) is dental pain. According to a recent survey, - the average life expectancy of Canadians has shot up to 80.7 years, making baby boomers susceptible to a lot of dental problems despite the fact they take oral health seriously. If you fall in this category and are looking for a dentist, Vancouver is the place to ensure complete oral care.Who are baby boomers?People born between the years 1946 and 1964 are often referred to as baby boomers. This clearly means that thousands of people will turn 65, in Canada alone, in 2012. Being a baby boomer, - you already might have experienced a range of dental experiences, good or bad. Why are baby boomers falling prey to dental ailments?An increase in life expectancy means oral problems that never existed when people had a shorter life span. Moreover, people have become quite conscious and dont want to lose teeth, which mean opting directly for extractions takes a back seat.Dental problems faced by baby boomersProblem 1: Unnoticed Tooth DecayA very common problem faced by old...more
Misalignment of teeth or crooked teeth is one of the biggest problems faced by most of us. Some prefer to ignore it while some think that the associated treatment would cost a fortune but the truth is while ignoring treatment is robbing you of smiles...more
SPRING, TX - To provide his patients with the best dental care possible, Dr. Michael Morris, Spring dentist, invites his patients to share their feedback through popular search sites. By leaving feedback, patients can help Dr. Morris further improve...more
No one wants to lose a tooth, yet alone multiple teeth. However, if the unthinkable happens it is important to understand you do have options available for restoring your smile. With advancements in dentistry, your dentist in Spring offers dental...more
WARRENTON, VA - Dr. Jeffrey Harris, Warrenton dentist, understands the importance of knowledgeable patients in the treatment process. For this reason, Dr. Harris is excited to announce the availability of valuable educational resources that are found...more
1. Brush your teeth twice a day, in the morning and in the evening2. Spend at least three minutes each time3. Follow a good brushing technique to brush your teeth properly:a. Place your toothbrush at a 45-degree angle to the gums.b. Use a circular or...more
If your child has ever complained about a headache, it may have to do with their oral health. Many children today suffer from headaches, which are frequently caused by the structural imbalance between the upper and lower jaws. The three main types of...more