Dental Care @DCP
What 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…
Is 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…
How 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…
What 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…
Why 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…
