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What is dry mouth?
What is dry mouth? Dry mouth is a condition caused by a reduced flow of saliva produced in your mouth. There are certain types of medications, as well as, smoking and chewing tobacco that can cause dry mouth. Dry mouth is particularly uncomfortable because we need saliva to help control bacteria, aid with digestion and…
Read MoreWhat is drill-less dentistry?
What is drill less dentistry? Drill-less dentistry is performing treatments on your teeth without the use of a drill. Right now that mostly means ‘Air Abrasion’ (sometimes also called microabrasion), which is being offered by some dentists. What is Air Abrasion and how does it work? During treatment with air abrasion, your dentist uses an…
Read MoreIs it possible to change the shape of my teeth?
Can I change the shape of my teeth? Yes. Many of the new modern dental procedures allow people to change the shape their teeth for cosmetic reasons and not just because they have problems like decay or broken teeth. What treatment options are there for changing the shape of my teeth? There are several different…
Read MoreWhat is tooth decay?
What is tooth decay? Tooth decay, also called cavities, is an area of the tooth where the hardened outer surface has been permanently damaged, creating small holes. At Dental Care Professionals we see tooth decay far to often when it can be avoided with easy good dental habits. Here is some basic information about cavities…
Read MoreWhat are the dental care basics I need to do?
What are the dental care basics I need to do? For preventing as many dental problems as possible, it is important to have a great oral hygiene routine. The basics you need to be focused on are – proper flossing and good technique brushing your teeth.. If you use the proper techniques for brushing and…
Read MoreIs thumb sucking bad for my child’s teeth?
Is thumb sucking bad for my child’s teeth? How vigorously your child sucks their thumb will determine the amount of restriction or deviation that is caused by having thumbs or fingers in the mouth when the permanent teeth are pushing through (erupting) the gums to form. Sucking is a natural reflex in infants and young…
Read MoreHow do I get my children to brush their teeth?
How do I get my kids to brush their teeth? By you setting the example and showing that this is something grown up and not so awful (even fun) to do, your children will follow your example. If you are enthusiastic about brushing your teeth, your children will also be enthusiastic. Children want to do the…
Read MoreWhat can I do to prevent tooth decay?
What can I do to prevent tooth decay? All dentists will give you the same advice: Brush your teeth at least twice daily with the right type of brush and using a toothpaste that contains fluoride. Use dental floss to clean between your teeth to remove any food caught there, and also scrape the tooth surface of…
Read MoreWhy do I need a root canal?
Why do I need a root canal? Inside your teeth is soft tissue containing nerves called the dental pulp, or tooth pulp. When the pulp is unable to heal itself from an injury or a disease, it’s removal can save the tooth. Things like a crack or fracture, even a deep cavity in a tooth are common causes…
Read MoreWhat is Dental Pulp?
What is Dental Pulp? While your teeth may appear to be strong rock-like objects in your mouth, they are in fact multi-layered living human tissues. Dental Pulp is the soft tissue deep inside your teeth that extends from the top most part of your tooth (the crown) right through down to the tip of the root that…
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