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False Teeth - Making the Right Choices

As a dental hygienist, I see hundreds of patients every single day. Many of these patients are older individuals who need dentures. Unfortunately, the outdated idea of clunky plastic teeth stuck on an uncomfortable base is prevalent among the senior citizen community. Technological advancements have made these types of false teeth a thing of the past. In fact, technology has changed the dental field all together. Dental implants can now be secured to make sure that dentures are immovable, and in some cases implants can be used to replace some or all of the teeth that need to be pulled! I started this blog to help inform seniors of their options. If you have a loved one who needs false teeth, then make sure your family member makes the right dental choices. A good set of teeth can help to retain dignity, beauty, and nutrition for the senior your love.

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People With Special Needs Require Special Dentists

Posted on March 3, 2015

People with special needs like physical or cognitive disabilities often have problems getting their dental needs met. That's because not all dentists are equipped to handle children or adults who have those special needs. For example, a person who uses a wheelchair may have a hard time getting into a dental chair, especially if they have severe impairments. A person who has a spinal cord injury that caused quadriplegia may depend on their wheelchair to support their body as well as a mobility device. [Read More]

How To Get A Realistic, Yet Fantastic Looking Smile

Posted on February 18, 2015

Americans like white teeth.  In fact, 80% of Americans between 18 and 49 want whiter teeth.  Furthermore, each year, an estimated $1.4 billion is spent on over-the-counter teeth whitening products.  However, how white is too white?  Did you know over-bleaching can actually damage your pearly whites?  Furthermore, slightly flawed teeth can make it look as if your chompers haven't had any cosmetic dentistry work at all.  Here are a few tips to help you get a realistic, yet fantastic smile. [Read More]

Do You Have A Thumb Sucker? 4 Ways To Discourage Thumb Sucking In Your Child

Posted on February 4, 2015

It is not at all uncommon to see babies and small children sucking their thumbs. In fact, it is very normal. However, as children begin getting teeth, thumb-sucking can become a problem. Over time, the jaw and the teeth can become misaligned and will need intervention to fix. Here are some ways to help your child stop sucking their thumb: Don't Give it A Lot of Attention As a parent who is concerned about a child sucking their thumb, your first instinct may be to react quickly and harshly when you see them in the act. [Read More]

White Tongue Blues: Get Your Tongue Back To A Healthy Color

Posted on January 26, 2015

You want your tongue to look pink, as it should. But you just don't know how to get rid of that white film that you see. The following tips will help diagnose the problem and get rid of the coating. What Is That White Coating? The white coating is not only unsightly; it is also associated with a constant bitter taste in your mouth, along with bad breath. The white tongue phenomenon usually occurs for the following  2 reasons: [Read More]