Question: I have bad teeth they are all crooked and due to that I do get cavities easier then most people.  I just like to have them pulled and get fake teeth not to have to deal with fixing them all the time. 

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Question: I just got my braces they are a bit scratchy which I can deal with, but my gums are also a bit itchy.  Any suggestions on how to stop the itchiness?

Answer: Try Orajel or Ambosol since they numb the area you put it on it should relive the itchiness

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At the lowest level of whitening products are toothpastes, floss and mouthwashes that have been specially formulated to brighten your teeth. Generally speaking, if used consistently, they can whiten healthy teeth about one shade over time. These products can be purchased over the counter, and may cost about the same as “regular” counterparts, or slightly more. Therefore, they are a cost-effective means of whitening your teeth, if you only wish to take off surface stains, and you are motivated to prevent stains from reoccurring in the future.       

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Question: I am told I need braces, I wondering for how long.  I do not really want them and if I have to have them would like it to be for a short period of time.   

Answer:  Ask the orthodontic dentist that you are seeing. He/She can normally tell how long they think it would take. If you have not yet seen an orthodontic then I would suggest looking for one that can give you a free consul 

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Many dental hygienists across the country visit schools during the academic school year to teach youngsters about oral hygiene. It may be time to teach chewing instead, especially to the younger kids and particularly to young and expectant mothers. A few of the valuable benefits of chewing are listed below.  Chewing can be affected by insufficient nasal breathing (due to enlarged lymph tissue like tonsils and adenoids) and impacts the function of the following:

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Dry mouth is the result of low-producing or non-functioning salivary glands. The often devastating condition known as xerostomia. Dry mouth has a number of causes, including medication use, radiation treatment for head and neck cancers, autoimmune diseases, diabetes and the process of aging.

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Some of the first signs of gum disease is blood on your toothbrush, your gums may also bleed when you are eating and a bad taste in your mouth.   Some good news is that gum disease can be treated and even reversed with the correct dental care but the first thing you need to do if you have these symptoms is visit your dental office for a thorough check-up of your teeth and gums..

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In a prior post we talked about the importance of flossing and having good at home dental care habits. Cleaning between our teeth is a critical part of good oral hygiene as it helps to prevent gum disease by helping to remove plaque from these areas.   

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Our dentist will regularly reminded us about the importance of cleaning between our teeth with dental floss, but this recent study shows that an astonishing amount of us are failing to floss daily. Education is important, therefore teach your kids to floss and be clear about the benefits regular flossing can have. Flossing alongside with regular dentist visits and brushing twice a day will help keep your family teeth and oral health in good shape. Better at home dental habits also mean reducing your risk of having more costly dental care needs in the future.

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According to a recent survey, it reveals that more than a quarter of us admit to lying to our dentist about our flossing and dental care habits. 
The study reveals that 27 per cent of us lie to our dentists on a regular basis, telling them that we floss every day. Astonishingly the findings also show that 14 per cent find cleaning the toilet more appealing than flossing every day. 

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Your dental care should not be considered a luxury, it should in fact be considered a necessity. Inadequate dental care has downstream consequences, including infection, need for costly extractions and important cosmetic consequences.  Your dental care should be considered part of your overall health and well-being.  Make sure to have proper at home dental care habits and see your dentist regularly.

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According to a new study, access to dental care by low-income Americans has become the exception, rather than the rule, as fewer dentists accept Medicaid.   More than two percent of all emergency department visits are now related to nontraumatic dental conditions, according to a study by researchers at Stanford University, the University of California-San Francisco, Truven Health Analytics and the federal Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality.

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According to a study done, previous research shows that many pregnant women do not seek dental treatment, even when a dental problem exists. Pregnant women have increased risk of tooth decay because of increased carbohydrate consumption and difficulties brushing their teeth because of morning sickness, gag reflex and increased gum bleeding. Therefore maintaining your oral health during pregnancy is critical.   

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According to a new study published in the August issue of The Journal of the American Dental Association It is safe for pregnant women to undergo dental treatment with local anesthetics.     

The study identified no evidence to show that dental treatment with anesthetics is harmful during pregnancy, and yet so many pregnant women avoid going to the dentist, according to study author Aharon Hagai, D.M.D.  The study was aimed to determine if there was a significant risk associated with dental treatment with anesthesia and pregnancy outcomes. They did not find any such risk.

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When it comes to basic dental care services most PPO’s insurance plans review basic services as dental fillings and recementation bridge, crown or onlay. However benefits under basic services can very depending on the plan.  Also it is important to note that many PPO plans have waiting period for basic dental service on average six months but it can also very depending on the plan.  

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Preventive dental care dose start at home by having good dental care habits. Brushing your teeth twice a day flossing daily and using a mouthwash that help fight plaque.  However preventive care dose not stop at just having good dental habits at home.  An equally important part of your preventive dental care needs is seeing a dentist at least twice a year for your dental check up and cleaning’s.  

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When you go to your dentist and he/she dose an oral cancer screening exam, your dentist will look over the inside of your mouth to check for red or white patches or mouth sores. Using gloved hands, your dentist will also feels the tissues in your mouth to check for lumps or other abnormalities.     If your dentist spot any lumps or other abnormalities they may use special tests in addition to the oral exam to screen for oral cancer. It is not clear if these tests offer any additional benefit over the oral exam. Special oral cancer screening tests may involve:

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It is important to know that oral cancer screening can not detect all mouth cancers. It can be difficult to detect areas of abnormal cells just by looking at your mouth, so it is possible that a small cancer or precancerous lesion could still go undetected.

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The goal of oral cancer screening is to detect mouth cancer or precancerous lesions that may lead to mouth cancer at an early stage. When cancer or lesions are found at the early stage they are easier to remove and have a larger chance of being cured.

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Well like with many dental issues how to prevent them is by having good oral hygiene habits. And see your dentist regularly as often as advised.  By doing this you not only help to prevent dental abscessed but you do help to maintain over all wellness of your oral health.

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