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Cosmetic Dentistry Blog at My Dentist USATuesday, December 22, 2009Dental Hygiene and YouDental hygiene, also known as oral hygiene, is the process by which preventative dental care is provided to avoid dental emergencies. While visiting the dentist is crucial, what you do daily with your teeth is of the utmost importance. Your at-home regimen is supplemented with professional preventative dental care provided by dentists and licensed dental hygienists.Over time, calculus builds up on the teeth. If calculus forms below the gum line, bacteria can invade and create a host of other dental problems. You must always make sure that you keep on top of your teeth everyday, giving you a healthy mouth and a great smile! Labels: Dental Health
Thursday, December 17, 2009Find A Surgeon In Your AreaIf you're looking for a cosmetic dentist, My Dentist USA features an array of talented surgeons who are capable of providing you with the look and feel you desire. Maintaining excellent communication with your surgeon is of the utmost importance, as the surgeons of My Dentist USA prides themselves on helping their patients achieve the smile they desire. To find a surgeon in your area visit the My Dentist USA Dentist Locator for more information. Labels: Find a Cosmetic Dentist
Tuesday, December 15, 2009Dental Veneers At A GlanceVeneers are custom-made shells of tooth-like ceramic material that can cover worn tooth enamel, uneven tooth alignment, or spacing and chips or cracks. Veneers can enhance the appearance of the mouth, smile, and possibly other areas of an aged face that would be better supported by properly shaped teeth.If you are interested in more information on veneers, we encourage your to check out the following pages on My Dentist USA: Dental Veneers Labels: Dental Veneers
Thursday, December 10, 2009Find Before & After Pictures at My Dentist USAIt is difficult to know exactly how you're surgical procedure will turn out. With various procedures it is important to see other examples of procedures that have already gone smoothly. There are various before and after pictures at My Dentist USA that allow patients considering surgery to see the results of the procedures in question. Feel free to visit the Before & After page to learn more about cosmetic dentistry procedures. Labels: Cosmetic Dentistry Before and After Photos
Wednesday, December 9, 2009Bad Breath And YouBad Breath is an unfortunate condition that can plague not only you but the people around you. There are a few reasons for why bad breath may come about. Below are a few reasons for why and how bad breath may arrive. 1. Practice poor dental hygiene. 2. For the elderly, disabled people and young children, dental hygiene may be difficult to accomplish. 3. Mouth appliances can have disallow proper dental hygiene 4. People with certain medical conditions, including tooth decay, impacted teeth, abscessed teeth or throat and lung infections may also incur bad breath. Labels: bad breath
Wednesday, December 2, 2009Mouth Conditions At A GlanceToday we will be discussing some of the common issues that may arise in the mouth. It is important to take care of the mouth as to not incur conditions that may be harmful in the future. Presented below are a few conditions that may effect your mouth: Abscessed tooth - An abscess is a painful condition caused by infection in a badly damaged or decayed tooth. Bad Breath (halitosis) - Halitosis, or “bad breath†is a common, but embarrassing condition that often has a dental cause. Cavities and Tooth Decay - Tooth decay is the process of a tooth’s mineral content being dissolved. A cavity, or caries, is the actual hole in a tooth that is caused by tooth decay. Dry Mouth - Dry mouth is caused by an inadequate supply of saliva. This is usually due to medication side effects, but may have other causes. Fluorosis - Fluorosis is a defect in tooth enamel caused by excessive fluoride in young children. It typically looks like white streaks or spots in teeth. Gum Disease (Gingivitis) - Gingivitis is an inflammation of the gums that is usually caused by plaque. It is the earliest and most easily treated from of gum disease, as it only affects the gums, but it must be treated to avoid more serious gum disease. Labels: dental care, Dental Health
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