tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-74899086704852794862024-03-19T01:38:58.346-07:00Bensonhurst SmilesDr. Chung Hin Lau DDS and the team at Bensonhurst Smiles are pleased to provide professional and caring dental services to their patients from Brooklyn NY and the surrounding communities. Our dental services include: adult, children's, cosmetic, general, implant, preventive and restorative dentistry. Bensonhurst Smileshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07171445501595064310noreply@blogger.comBlogger133125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7489908670485279486.post-44198191894657848942020-01-15T07:00:00.000-08:002020-01-15T07:00:03.705-08:00Finding A Dentist<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 18pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
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<span style="color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; font-weight: 700; white-space: pre-wrap;">How Do I Look for a Dentist? </span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">A good place to start is by asking for a referral from people you trust — your friends, family, acquaintances, work associates, pharmacist or family doctor. Ask them how long they've gone to their dentist, how comfortable they feel asking questions, what type of dentist they go to (general or specialist). It is important that you find a dentist with whom you feel comfortable.</span></div>
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<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Calling your local dental society for a list of recommended dentists in your area. Your local dental society can be found in the Yellow Pages under "dentist."</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Searching online for dentists in your area. More and more dentists have websites explaining their approach and treatment methods.</span></li>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">General dentists are trained to do all types of treatment. If you have difficult or unusual problems, your dentist may refer you to one of the following specialists:</span></div>
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<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Pediatric Dentists/Pedodontists specialize in pediatric (children's) dentistry.</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Endodontists diagnose and treat diseased tooth pulp and perform root canal work (many general dentists also perform root canals).</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Prosthodontists specialize in crowns, bridges and dentures.</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Oral pathologists use laboratory procedures to diagnose diseases of the mouth. They also specialize in forensic dentistry.</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Oral/Maxillofacial surgeons perform surgical treatments, such as removing cysts, tumors and teeth. They can correct fractures or other jaw problems that require surgery, including temporomandibular joint (TMJ). They also use methods similar to those of plastic surgery to treat cosmetic problems of the jaw and face.</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Orthodontists correct improperly positioned teeth, using braces and other appliances to move teeth into a better position.</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Periodontists specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of gum disease.</span></li>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">A general practitioner or specialist can be degreed as either a D.D.S. (Doctor of Dental Surgery) or a D.M.D. (Doctor of Dental Medicine), depending on the school from which he/she graduated. The requirements for each degree are identical: four years of post-graduate study for general practice plus one to two years of advanced study for a particular specialty. A graduate must then pass a state licensing examination in order to begin practice.</span></div>
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Bensonhurst Smileshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07171445501595064310noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7489908670485279486.post-20439225348571202752020-01-06T07:00:00.000-08:002020-01-06T07:00:01.569-08:00Brown Teeth: Causes and How to Remove Brown Stains on Teeth<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: #707070; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Brown teeth stains are not uncommon, and they have many causes, including diet and medications. But smoking is one of the top causes of brown teeth stains. Constant exposure to the nicotine in cigarettes over time creates brown teeth stains that can get in the way of an attractive smile. There are many other </span><a href="https://crest.com/en-us/oral-health/conditions/teeth-stains/teeth-stains-causes-types-how-remove-teeth-stains" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1d4486; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.5pt; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">causes of tooth discoloration</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #707070; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> and the appearance of brown teeth—heredity, trauma or illness, certain medications, food and drink stains, poor oral hygiene ... the list goes on. While you can't control all of these causes of brown teeth, it’s important to focus on the ones you can since oral health has a significant impact on your overall health.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1d4a7e; font-family: Arial; font-size: 18pt; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">How to Remove Brown Stains from Teeth</span></h2>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: #707070; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Brown teeth stains often respond well to teeth whitening systems. If you have brown teeth stains due to smoking, a combination of products including those from the </span><a href="https://crest.com/en-us/products/compare/crest-toothpaste" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1d4486; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.5pt; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Crest 3D White collection</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #707070; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">, may help reduce brown teeth stains and prevent them from recurring. </span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: #707070; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">But it's important to be realistic. If you smoke and you are unwilling to quit, it will be harder to keep brown teeth stains at bay. Also, keep in mind that brown teeth stains from smoking may require more powerful whitening products than yellow teeth stains. If you are a smoker, the best first step toward improving the appearance of brown teeth stains is to quit smoking. Studies have shown that quitting can improve the appearance of brown teeth stains, and smokers who quit can significantly reduce their risk of gum disease and of mouth, lip, tongue, and throat cancers. Even cutting back on the number of cigarettes can help improve brown teeth stains. But remember that cigarettes alone to blame. Smoking pipes or cigars can cause brown teeth stains, too.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: #707070; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Frequent brushing and flossing and regular visits to your dentist can help reduce plaque build-up on your teeth. Too much plaque build-up leads to brown teeth. Also, stay in tune with your mouth—look at your teeth closely in a mirror on a regular basis. If you have brown teeth or notice your </span><a href="https://crest.com/en-us/oral-health/conditions/gums/bleeding-gums-causes-treatments-prevention" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1d4486; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.5pt; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">gums are bleeding</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #707070; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> or swollen, it’s probably a good idea to consult with your dentist. Once you have a </span><a href="https://crest.com/en-us/oral-health/life-stages/adults/oral-hygiene-instructions-tips-products" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1d4486; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.5pt; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">proper oral health routine</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #707070; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> of brushing twice daily and flossing once a day, look for </span><a href="https://crest.com/en-us/oral-health/solutions/whitestrips/white-teeth-how-get-whiter-teeth-rid-stains" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1d4486; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.5pt; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">at-home teeth-whitening products</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #707070; font-family: Arial; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> to help maintain your pearly whites.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: Arial; font-size: 9pt; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Have you ever wondered what makes up a tooth? Each part of a tooth has unique functions and properties. </span><a href="http://www.simplestepsdental.com/SS/ihtSSPrint/r.WSIHW000/st.31843/t.31883/pr.3/c.305984.html" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: Arial; font-size: 9pt; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration-skip: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Aetna's</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: Arial; font-size: 9pt; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> Simple Steps to Better Dental Health lists major parts of tooth anatomy, including enamel, dentin, cementum, root(s) and the root canal chamber(s) inside the tooth. Damaged teeth, especially teeth with cracked or eroded enamel, are very susceptible to cavities. Advanced gum disease, another oral health condition that threatens tooth health, attacks the bone of the teeth and may cause tooth loss. Understanding the function of each part of a tooth and the steps required to keep teeth healthy with home care and regular checkups are important components of oral health education for you and your family.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: Arial; font-size: 9pt; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Tooth Enamel</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: Arial; font-size: 9pt; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Tooth enamel is a protective barrier that surrounds the visible part of the tooth. It is composed of strong minerals, including calcium phosphate. Tooth enamel is the hardest substance in the human body, and healthy enamel is resistant to cavity-causing bacteria. Because of its mineral composition, tooth enamel is translucent. Fortunately, enamel can be strengthened. Fluoride, a common mineral, helps replenish deficits in tooth enamel. Parents can help replenish enamel at home with Colgate</span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: Arial; font-size: 6.999999999999999pt; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">®</span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: Arial; font-size: 9pt; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> toothpastes that contain fluoride. Dentists also offer special fluoride treatments. These are commonly administered to children to help keep their teeth strong and free from cavities.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: Arial; font-size: 9pt; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Dentin</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: Arial; font-size: 9pt; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Dentin is found underneath the enamel surface of the tooth and underneath the cementum that forms along a tooth's roots. Made of living cellular material and tissue, dentin is what makes up the majority of a tooth's structure. Dentin is a bone-like substance that contains microscopic tubules. Unlike enamel, exposed dentin is highly susceptible to the bacteria that cause dental cavities and can cause tooth sensitivity.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: Arial; font-size: 9pt; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Cementum</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: Arial; font-size: 9pt; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Cementum is a coating that surrounds the roots of teeth and is similar to enamel, but softer. Cementum assists with root stability by attaching to the fibers that anchor the tooth in the jawbone.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: Arial; font-size: 9pt; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Much as a tree's roots help anchor it in the ground, a tooth's roots anchor it in the jawbone. This allows teeth to withstand the force of biting and chewing food on a daily basis. According to the </span><a href="http://www.perio.org/node/510" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: Arial; font-size: 9pt; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration-skip: none; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">American Academy of Periodontology</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: Arial; font-size: 9pt; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">, one major threat to the health of a tooth's roots is periodontal disease. This oral care disease is caused by bacteria in the dental plaque invading the gum tissue and supporting bone, thus leading to destruction of the bone holding the tooth or teeth in place. Tooth roots are integral to maintaining dental health. Even children can develop gum disease. Maintaining healthy oral hygiene practices — including thorough flossing and brushing — is an easy way to keep mouths healthy with home care. Regular dental cleanings for you and your family will also combat tartar and, ultimately, gum disease.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: Arial; font-size: 9pt; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Root and Pulp Canals</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: Arial; font-size: 9pt; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Located inside the tooth in a hollow chamber is the root or pulp canal. A tooth may have one root and many premolar and molar teeth may contain two or three roots. It houses cellular material including pulp and the tooth's roots. This area of the tooth is extremely sensitive and is responsible for providing the blood flow and nutrients that are necessary to keep teeth alive. When this area is damaged or infected by extensive decay and trauma, root canal treatment is often necessary to save a tooth from extraction.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: Arial; font-size: 9pt; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Learning about the basics of tooth anatomy will help you understand how oral health conditions form so that you can teach your children healthy dental habits. Explaining the unique biological makeup of teeth to your kids can also be a fun and productive way to introduce biological concepts in an easy-to-understand format.</span></div>
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Bensonhurst Smileshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07171445501595064310noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7489908670485279486.post-66858878008640829552019-12-15T07:00:00.000-08:002019-12-15T07:00:10.778-08:00Cavity Fillings: What to Expect, Types & Potential Problems<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.656; margin-bottom: 8pt; margin-top: 15pt;">
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 18pt; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Filling Cavities: What to Expect</span></h2>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: #707070; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.5pt; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">You should expect to be at your dentist's office for around an hour. This gives him or her enough time to take x-rays if needed, talk to you about the procedure and complete the dental work. Before filling cavities, your dentist will numb your teeth, gums and surrounding skin to avoid and lessen discomfort during the procedure. Next, he or she will drill out the decay in the tooth and replace it with a filling. This process only takes a few minutes.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: #707070; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.5pt; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Once you're done, your mouth will probably remain numb for a few more hours. There aren’t any significant risks associated with filling cavities, but be sure to keep your dentist’s contact information on hand in case you have any questions or complications.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: #707070; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.5pt; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">The most common use of tooth fillings is to fill a cavity in the tooth. But tooth fillings also can be used to repair damage to teeth caused by teeth grinding (bruxism) or to replace part of a broken tooth.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 18pt; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Types of Cavity Fillings</span></h2>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: #707070; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.5pt; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Many options are available for tooth fillings, and all of them have their pros and cons. Types of tooth fillings include gold, silver amalgam (a composite of mercury, silver, and other metals), tooth-colored composite material, porcelain, and a special type of glass. The best tooth fillings for you will depend on cost, what your insurance may cover, and your aesthetic preferences.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: #707070; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.5pt; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">There is a wide variety of materials used for filling cavities and they vary in strength and color. The two most common types are amalgam and composite.</span></div>
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<li><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.5pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Amalgam Fillings</span><span style="color: #707070; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.5pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">: Amalgam has been used by dental professionals for more than a century; it is the most researched material used for filling cavities. Amalgam fillings are strong and are therefore ideal for filling cavities in the back of the mouth such as in the molars, where chewing takes place. Since they are made of a combination of several metallic elements, amalgam fillings can be noticeable when you laugh or smile. These fillings are among the least expensive of all cavity-filling materials.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.5pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Composite Fillings</span><span style="color: #707070; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.5pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">: Sometimes referred to as composites or filled resins, these fillings feature a combination of glass or quartz filler and can be made to match the color of your tooth. Composite fillings are also fairly durable and are ideal for small-to-mid-size restorations in areas of your mouth that perform moderate chewing.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.5pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Metals</span><span style="color: #707070; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.5pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">: Gold or silver amalgam are the most common metals used for a cavity filling. Gold fillings can cost as much as 10 times more than silver amalgam fillings, but some people prefer the appearance of gold to silver fillings if they want the durability of metal vs. a less-durable composite material. Some people don’t like the appearance of metal fillings, but metal fillings can last as long as 10-15 years before they need to be replaced.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.5pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Ceramic</span><span style="color: #707070; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.5pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">: A ceramic cavity filling (usually made of porcelain) is tooth-colored, and it may be less likely to show tooth stains over time than a composite cavity filling. But price is a factor—a ceramic filling can be nearly as expensive as a gold cavity filling.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.5pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Glass Ionomer</span><span style="color: #707070; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.5pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">: This blend of acrylic and glass is used to create a cavity filling that releases fluoride to help protect teeth. But a glass ionomer cavity filling is less durable than other types, and may need to be replaced in as little as five years.</span></li>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: #707070; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.5pt; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">You may </span><a href="https://crest.com/en-us/oral-health/conditions/cavities-tooth-decay/tooth-pain-sensitivity-before-after-filling-cavities" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #0084c9; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.5pt; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">experience some sensitivity and pain</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #707070; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.5pt; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> after receiving tooth fillings, but this discomfort should subside. Don't neglect your oral care routine. Instead, try products designed specifically to protect sensitive teeth. </span><a href="https://crest.com/en-us/products/crest-pro-health-sensitive-and-enamel-shield" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #0084c9; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.5pt; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Crest Pro-Health Sensitive Plus Enamel Shield Toothpaste</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #707070; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.5pt; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> protects sensitive teeth, and also provides protection against future tooth decay. In addition, </span><a href="https://oralb.com/en-us/products/glide-pro-health-original-floss" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #0084c9; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.5pt; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Oral-B Glide Floss</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #707070; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.5pt; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> for </span><a href="https://crest.com/en-us/oral-health/gums/sore-gums-causes-treatments-relief-sensitive-gums" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #0084c9; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.5pt; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">sensitive gums</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #707070; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.5pt; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> shouldn’t irritate the area around tooth fillings.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 18pt; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">When to Replace a Cavity Filling</span></h2>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: #707070; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.5pt; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Tooth fillings usually last for many years before they need to be replaced. But tooth fillings can wear out over years of chewing. If you clench or grind your teeth, you may need to have tooth fillings replaced sooner.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: #707070; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.5pt; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">If you notice signs of wear on your tooth fillings, such as cracks or worn areas, see your dentist to have the filling replaced as soon as possible. Continuing to chew with a damaged filling can cause the tooth to crack and require additional repair that is more expensive and more complicated than a simple cavity filling. If additional tooth decay develops around a filling, whether or not the filling is damaged, your dentist may choose to repair the tooth with a crown instead of a second cavity filling.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: #707070; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.5pt; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-position: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">It’s important to know about potential problems, so you can see your dentist promptly to have cavity fillings adjusted or repaired. Possible complications from cavity fillings include: </span></div>
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<li><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.5pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Infection</span><span style="color: #707070; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.5pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">: Sometimes a cavity filling will pull away from the tooth to which it is attached, creating a small space. This space can be a breeding ground for bacteria that can cause additional tooth decay. If you notice a space between your tooth and your cavity filling, visit a dentist as soon as possible.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.5pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Damage</span><span style="color: #707070; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.5pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">: Sometimes a cavity filling breaks, cracks, or falls out. Damage to a filling can occur when you bite down on something hard or if you are hit in the mouth while playing sports. See a dentist as soon as you notice damage to a cavity filling to avoid irritation and infection of the unprotected tooth.</span></li>
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Did you know your digestive health can affect your teeth?</div>
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Frequent stomach upset can cause a gradual wearing away of the protective enamel on your teeth, a process known as tooth erosion. This can affect the appearance of your teeth and open the door for harmful bacteria that cause cavities.</div>
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<strong style="box-sizing: border-box;">How Do Stomach Problems Affect My Teeth?</strong></h3>
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Your stomach produces natural acids that help your body digest food. Sometimes, these acids travel up the throat and into the mouth, especially after a large meal. Ordinarily, our saliva rebalances the acid levels in our mouth and everything’s fine. </div>
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But for those who suffer from<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span><em style="box-sizing: border-box;">gastroesophageal reflux</em>, also known as acid reflux or GERD, gastric acids reach the mouth throughout the day. This process is especially damaging when you’re asleep, since you are swallowing less often and your mouth is producing less saliva.</div>
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Another concern is the <a href="https://www.mouthhealthy.org/en/az-topics/d/dry-mouth" style="border-bottom: 1px solid rgb(212, 212, 212); box-sizing: border-box; color: #0077c3; text-decoration-line: none; transition: all 0.3s ease-in-out 0s;">dry mouth</a><span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>caused by many acid reflux medicines. Saliva not only helps neutralize the acids caused by acid reflux, but also helps to wash away food particles and reduce bacteria that attack tooth enamel. This is why lower saliva production may increase your risk for cavities. </div>
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<strong style="box-sizing: border-box;">What Does Reflux-Related Erosion Do to My Teeth?</strong></h3>
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Acid reflux can wear away the enamel on the inside surfaces of your teeth, as well as the chewing surfaces. Your dentist may notice this during an exam.</div>
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Unfortunately, tooth erosion is permanent. If your enamel has started to wear away, you may:</div>
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<li style="box-sizing: border-box;">Feel pain or <a href="https://www.mouthhealthy.org/en/az-topics/s/sensitive-teeth" style="border-bottom: 1px solid rgb(212, 212, 212); box-sizing: border-box; color: #0077c3; text-decoration-line: none; transition: all 0.3s ease-in-out 0s;">sensitivity</a><span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>when consuming hot, cold or sweet drinks</li>
<li style="box-sizing: border-box;">Notice a yellowish discoloration of the teeth</li>
<li style="box-sizing: border-box;">Find that your fillings have changed</li>
<li style="box-sizing: border-box;">Face greater risks for <a href="https://www.mouthhealthy.org/en/az-topics/d/dry-mouth" style="border-bottom: 1px solid rgb(212, 212, 212); box-sizing: border-box; color: #0077c3; text-decoration-line: none; transition: all 0.3s ease-in-out 0s;">cavities</a><span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>over time</li>
<li style="box-sizing: border-box;">Develop an<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span><a href="https://www.mouthhealthy.org/en/az-topics/a/abscess" style="border-bottom: 1px solid rgb(212, 212, 212); box-sizing: border-box; color: #0077c3; text-decoration-line: none; transition: all 0.3s ease-in-out 0s;">abscess</a>, in extreme cases</li>
<li style="box-sizing: border-box;">Experience tooth loss, also in extreme cases</li>
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Once erosion occurs, you may need fillings,<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span><a href="https://www.mouthhealthy.org/en/az-topics/c/crowns" style="border-bottom: 1px solid rgb(212, 212, 212); box-sizing: border-box; color: #0077c3; text-decoration-line: none; transition: all 0.3s ease-in-out 0s;">crowns</a>, a <a href="https://www.mouthhealthy.org/en/az-topics/r/root-canals" style="border-bottom: 1px solid rgb(212, 212, 212); box-sizing: border-box; color: #0077c3; text-decoration-line: none; transition: all 0.3s ease-in-out 0s;">root canal</a><span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>or even tooth removal. <a href="https://www.mouthhealthy.org/en/az-topics/v/veneers" style="border-bottom: 1px solid rgb(212, 212, 212); box-sizing: border-box; color: #0077c3; text-decoration-line: none; transition: all 0.3s ease-in-out 0s;">Veneers</a><span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>may be an option to restore the look of your smile. </div>
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<strong style="box-sizing: border-box;">How to Protect Your Teeth – And Get Relief</strong></h3>
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<li style="box-sizing: border-box;">Chewing sugar-free gum can encourage saliva production, which helps neutralize and wash away the acids in your mouth. Look for one with the<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span><a href="http://www.mouthhealthy.org/Seal" style="border-bottom: 1px solid rgb(212, 212, 212); box-sizing: border-box; color: #0077c3; text-decoration-line: none; transition: all 0.3s ease-in-out 0s;">ADA Seal of Acceptance</a>.</li>
<li style="box-sizing: border-box;">Prescription or over-the-counter fluoride and desensitizing toothpastes may help strengthen tooth enamel. </li>
<li style="box-sizing: border-box;">Avoiding alcohol and smoking and refraining from eating 3 hours before bedtime may reduce the frequency of acid reflux episodes.</li>
<li style="box-sizing: border-box;">If heartburn, acid reflux or other stomach problems are part of your daily life, work with your physician on a care plan to treat the underlying causes of your stomach troubles. </li>
<li style="box-sizing: border-box;">If you suffer from acid reflux, see your dentist regularly so they can make sure your teeth stay healthy, recommend ways to prevent tooth enamel erosion and suggest ways to get relief if you are also suffering from dry mouth.</li>
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Bensonhurst Smileshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07171445501595064310noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7489908670485279486.post-50876873602550639582019-11-24T07:00:00.000-08:002019-11-24T07:00:04.192-08:00Healthy Dental Habits to Practice During Pregnancy<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.68; margin-bottom: 17pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Being pregnant comes with many responsibilities—and </span><a href="https://www.mouthhealthy.org/en/az-topics/o/oral-health" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #0077c3; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">the way you care for your teeth</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> is no exception. For most women, routine dental visits are safe during pregnancy, but let your dental office know what month you are in when you make your appointment. If yours is a high-risk pregnancy or you have some other medical condition, your dentist and your physician may recommend that treatment be postponed. Be sure to let your dentist know if there is any change in the medications you take or if you have received any special advice from your physician. The benefits of receiving dental care during pregnancy far outweigh potential risks. Be sure to keep your dentist informed of any changes in your mouth such as swelling, redness or bleeding. </span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #319b47; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">7 tips for maintaining a healthy mouth during pregnancy: </span></h4>
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<li><a href="https://www.mouthhealthy.org/en/az-topics/b/brushing-your-teeth" style="background-color: white; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; text-decoration-line: none; white-space: pre;"></a><a href="https://www.mouthhealthy.org/en/az-topics/b/brushing-your-teeth" style="background-color: white; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; text-decoration-line: none; white-space: pre;"><span style="color: #0077c3; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Brush</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> thoroughly with an ADA-accepted </span><a href="https://www.mouthhealthy.org/en/az-topics/f/fluoride" style="background-color: white; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; text-decoration-line: none; white-space: pre;"><span style="color: #0077c3; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">fluoride</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> toothpaste twice a day. </span></li>
<li><a href="https://www.mouthhealthy.org/en/az-topics/f/flossing" style="background-color: white; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; text-decoration-line: none; white-space: pre;"><span style="color: #0077c3; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Floss</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> between your teeth daily. </span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Purchase products that have the </span><a href="http://www.mouthhealthy.org/en/ada-seal-products/" style="background-color: white; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; text-decoration-line: none; white-space: pre;"><span style="color: #0077c3; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">ADA Seal of Acceptance</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">. </span></li>
<li><a href="http://www.mouthhealthy.org/en/nutrition/Nutrition-Tips-for-Pregnancy" style="background-color: white; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; text-decoration-line: none; white-space: pre;"><span style="color: #0077c3; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Eat a balanced diet.</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> If you snack, do so in moderation. </span></li>
<li><a href="http://www.mouthhealthy.org/en/dental-care-concerns/questions-about-going-to-the-dentist/" style="background-color: white; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; text-decoration-line: none; white-space: pre;"><span style="color: #0077c3; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Visit your dentist regularly</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> for a professional cleaning and check-up. </span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">If you need help controlling </span><a href="http://www.mouthhealthy.org/en/az-topics/p/plaque" style="background-color: white; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; text-decoration-line: none; white-space: pre;"><span style="color: #0077c3; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">plaque</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">, your dentist may recommend rinsing at night with an antimicrobial mouth rinse. </span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #505050; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">If you have morning sickness and are vomiting frequently, try rinsing with a teaspoon of baking soda mixed with water to stop stomach acid from attacking your teeth.</span></li>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><b>Calcium And Vitamin C Promote Oral Health</b></span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Eating a variety of nutritious food is good for your overall health, including your oral health. Some vitamins in particular have demonstrated benefits to building healthy teeth, namely calcium and vitamin C, so be sure to include foods rich in these nutrients in your diet. Calcium has been shown to help build strong teeth, and vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant that also plays an important role in collagen synthesis, by which it helps you develop and maintain healthy gums.</span><br />
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<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;"><b style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Calcium:</b><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"> Dairy products, including milk, yogurt and cheese are good sources of calcium. Many physicians recommend 1,200 to 1,500 milligrams of calcium daily for most adults, so you may want to consider a calcium supplement, especially if dairy products aren’t a regular part of your diet. Also, try switching to low-sugar or sugar-free varieties of yogurt, since sugar (and bacteria) can promote tooth decay.</span></li>
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;"><b style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Vitamin C:</b><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"> Many fruits and vegetables including berries, oranges and cantaloupe, as well as green vegetables including broccoli and spinach are excellent sources of vitamin C.</span></li>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Of course, in addition to eating right, it’s important to follow a consistent dental care routine of twice-daily tooth brushing and daily flossing to promote oral health. And be sure to see your dental professional regularly and talk to them if you have questions about how your diet might affect your oral health.</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><b>The Cost Of Dental Treatments</b></span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">If you develop complications from tooth decay and gum disease, you may be dealing with bills for anything from fillings or crowns to more costly and complicated procedures such as root canals or oral surgery to extract damaged teeth and place dental implants.</span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "tahoma" , "helvetica" , "freesans" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><b>The Costs Vary </b></span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">The costs of dental treatments vary. For example, the cost of a root canal will depend on the location of the tooth and how many canals are in the tooth that needs the root canal treatment. </span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "tahoma" , "helvetica" , "freesans" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><b>The Cost of Oral Hygiene</b></span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">By comparison, the cost of basic oral hygiene and preventive teeth cleaning is low. A toothbrush should be replaced every three months or when it appears worn, but that’s just a few dollars. The same goes for dental floss, whether you prefer specialized floss, such as Oral-B’s Ultra Floss, or standard floss. </span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "tahoma" , "helvetica" , "freesans" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><b>Points To Remember</b></span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Also, don’t forget that most dental plans cover at least one, and sometimes two, checkups and cleanings per year at little or no cost to you. It’s better to make and keep those appointments, even if you don’t think you have problems with your teeth or oral hygiene, in order to identify and manage potential problems before costly care is required. Remember that your dentist is your partner in oral health, and be sure to keep him or her informed about medications you take and changes in your overall health so your oral hygiene can be tailored accordingly to maximize your health benefits. Some types of medications (including anti-depressants and some heart medications) increase your risk for gingivitis, so be sure to let your dentist know if you start taking any new medication, even if you don’t think it will affect your oral health. </span><br />
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">With pregnancy, discomfort comes with the territory. Your body is changing, so a sore back or trouble getting comfortable is par for the course. But while you're piling up pillows to help you sleep at night, you might notice another source of pregnancy discomfort: Your teeth. Sensitive teeth during pregnancy can happen to expecting mothers, and knowing that other pregnant women suffer from the same symptoms might be somewhat comforting.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Nonetheless, here's what may be causing your sore teeth and gums, and how to deal with the pain safely:</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Each of the hormonal changes happening in your body are equally the biggest culprits in tooth and gum pain during pregnancy. From increased blood flow to hyperactive hormones, pregnancy takes its toll. The most common causes of sensitive teeth during pregnancy include:</span></div>
<span style="color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><b>Hormones. </b>According to the </span><a href="http://americanpregnancy.org/pregnancy-health/swollen-gums-during-pregnancy/" style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 9pt; text-decoration-line: none; white-space: pre;"><span style="color: #2d2d2d; font-size: 9pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">American Pregnancy Association (APA)</span></a><span style="color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">, pregnancy hormones can actually affect the way your body responds to bacteria, which can lead to periodontal infection and – you guessed it – sore teeth and gums.</span><br />
<b style="color: #2d2d2d; font-family: Arial; font-size: 9pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Increased blood flow. </b><span style="color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Your body is working overtime to support both you and your little one, which results in increased blood flow in the body. This increased blood flow can create sensitive, swollen gums that are tender to the touch. Hot and cold foods can therefore trigger that sensitivity, even if you've never experienced it before.</span><br />
<span style="color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><b>Gum disease. </b>Pregnant women are more susceptible to gum disease, which can also be a catalyst for preterm labor, according to a 2010 study published in the </span><a href="http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3217279/" style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 9pt; text-decoration-line: none; white-space: pre;"><span style="color: #2d2d2d; font-size: 9pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Journal of Natural Science, Biology and Medicine</span></a><span style="color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">. Of course, bleeding, sore and infected gums can definitely lead to a sore mouth and plenty of discomfort.</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Although pregnancy can limit some of the medicinal intervention often used to treat sore teeth and gums, with some extra care and attention, you can keep your smile healthy during your prenatal nine months. Maintaining all the great hygiene habits you've used up to this point will keep you healthy and pain-free, so don't forget to give your mouth a little TLC, too. Here are four things you can do for your sensitive teeth during pregnancy:</span></div>
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<li><span style="color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><b>Choose a soft-bristled brush.</b> Sensitive teeth require a sensitive touch, suggests the </span><a href="http://www.marchofdimes.org/pregnancy/gum-and-teeth-change.aspx" style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 9pt; text-decoration-line: none; white-space: pre;"><span style="color: #2d2d2d; font-size: 9pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">March of Dimes</span></a><span style="color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">. A soft-bristled brush, like the </span><a href="https://www.colgate.com/en-ph/products/toothbrush/colgate-slimsoft-toothbrush" style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 9pt; text-decoration-line: none; white-space: pre;"><span style="color: #2d2d2d; font-size: 9pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Colgate</span><span style="color: #2d2d2d; font-size: 7pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">®</span><span style="color: #2d2d2d; font-size: 9pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> SlimSoft</span><span style="color: #2d2d2d; font-size: 7pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">™</span></a><span style="color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">, cleans between and around teeth both thoroughly and gently to reduce soreness and bleeding gums into the future.</span></li>
<li><span style="color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; white-space: pre-wrap;"><b>Take note of the foods that trigger sensitivity. </b>Have you experienced a toothache while drinking tea? Do you find that ice cream puts you in pain? It's best to avoid these "trigger foods." In most cases, according to the APA, sensitivity in the gums goes away after pregnancy, so any subsequent tenderness in your teeth should subside as well, allowing you to indulge in hot and cold foods again in the near future.</span></li>
<li><span style="color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; white-space: pre-wrap;"><b>Eat fewer sweets. </b>Sugar feeds the bacteria in your mouth, which can lead to cavities and soreness. If possible, reduce the amount of sweets you're consuming. If you must indulge, have a treat and then follow up by brushing to remove this fresh debris from your mouth.</span></li>
<li><span style="color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; white-space: pre-wrap;"><b>See your dentist. </b>Don't use pregnancy as an excuse to avoid your regular checkup, which keeps your smile healthy even when you're expecting. Just make sure to remind your dentist that you are pregnant, so proper precautions can be taken (like forgoing certain types of x-rays).</span></li>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">It's true that pregnancy means a period of change, especially for your body. But you don't need to endure oral discomfort. Talk to your OB/GYN for safe pain medication suggestions and to ensure that your sensitive teeth don't make for an unpleasant nine months. With consistent professional guidance and personal care, you'll be able to enjoy your pregnancy without worrying about the dental side-effects.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Veneers are thin shells crafted of tooth-colored materials designed to cover the front side of teeth. Unlike bonding, it is necessary to remove a small amount of enamel from your tooth to accommodate the shell. Based on a model of your mouth, they are meant to look like your natural teeth. </span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">A crown is a good way to cover teeth that are discolored or badly shaped. A crown can make your tooth stronger and improve its appearance. Crowns can also be used to attach bridges, protect a weak tooth from breaking or restore one that’s already broken.</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">It’s easy to get them confused, but cold sores are not the same as canker sores. Cold sores are red blisters that appear on the lips as a result of infection with the herpes simplex virus. They almost never occur inside the mouth and they are not associated with gum disease. By contrast, canker sores, which are not associated with herpes or gum disease, almost always occur inside the mouth.</span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "tahoma" , "helvetica" , "freesans" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Usually, cold sores last for seven to 10 days, after which time the pus-filled blisters will rupture and ooze. Fortunately, cold sores usually heal without leaving scars. Most cold sores will resolve without treatment, but you can apply a topical medication such as lidocaine or benzyl alcohol to relieve pain and itching.</span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "tahoma" , "helvetica" , "freesans" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">If you develop a cold sore, avoid skin-to-skin contact. And don’t share razors, eating utensils, or towels-those are other ways the infection spreads to other people. If you have frequent cold sores, or a cold sore that doesn’t go away after seven to 10 days, talk to your doctor.</span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "tahoma" , "helvetica" , "freesans" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">It can be hard to reduce the risk of cold sores, but it certainly won’t hurt to maintain a consistent personal hygiene routine including regular hand washing. Also, using a lip balm with sun block throughout the year, not just during the summer, can help prevent cold sores, too.</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><b>What Is Oral Thrush?</b></span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Oral thrush, also known as candidiasis, can occur in anyone of any age, from babies to the elderly. Oral thrush is a condition that occurs when a fungus called candida albicans builds up on the lining of the mouth. The result is white lesions on the tongue or inner cheeks.</span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "tahoma" , "helvetica" , "freesans" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Oral thrush can sometimes be confused with leukoplakia. But leukoplakia lesions are caused by chronic irritation from rough edges on teeth, fillings or crowns, not by an organism. And leukoplakia lesions develop over time, while thrush lesions may develop suddenly. A thrush infection can spread and involve the roof of the mouth and the gums, where it can cause symptoms such as redness and irritation. See your dentist if you have any type of lesions on your tongue or in your mouth so you can determine the cause of the problem and plan a course of treatment. The goal in treating thrush is to stop the infection from spreading.</span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "tahoma" , "helvetica" , "freesans" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Healthy babies and children may not need treatment-the lesions may resolve on their own. Sometimes adding yogurt to you or your child’s diet may do the trick and reset the bacterial imbalance caused by the excess amount of the thrush fungus.</span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "tahoma" , "helvetica" , "freesans" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">People with HIV or other immunosuppressive illness are at increased risk for the infection to spread. If you are in this category, your doctor or dentist may recommend an antifungal medication.</span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "tahoma" , "helvetica" , "freesans" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">To prevent thrush from occurring or recurring, follow a consistent oral health care routine, and try to include yogurt with live, active cultures in your diet, especially if you take antibiotics for a chronic condition. Frequent use of antibiotics can promote the growth of the Candida fungus because they upset the natural mixture of microorganisms in the body.</span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "tahoma" , "helvetica" , "freesans" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><b>The above article is from: <i style="color: #005d83;"><a href="http://www.oralb.com/topics/get-familiar-with-oral-thrush.aspx#" style="color: #005d83; text-decoration-line: none;">OralB.com</a></i></b></span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">When it comes to getting a whiter and brighter smile, there are a variety of teeth-whitening products you can try. Your main options are in-office and at-home bleaching. Before starting any whitening treatment, you should speak with your dentist. Your dentist will tell you what, if any, whitening procedures will work best for you.</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 18pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">What is Pregnancy Gingivitis?</span></h2>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Between 60% & 70% of women experience gingivitis while pregnant. Pregnancy gingivitis is very similar to the gingivitis that occurs outside of pregnancy, and can include a mild inflammation of the gums due to plaque buildup, with red and sore gums that bleed when probed. If you have red, sensitive, or </span><a href="https://crest.com/en-us/oral-health/conditions/gums/inflamed-gums-causes-treatments-gum-swelling" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #0084c9; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">swollen gums</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> during pregnancy, you’re not alone.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 18pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Pregnancy Gingivitis Causes</span></h2>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">There’s a direct connection between pregnancy and bleeding gums. During pregnancy, increased levels of the hormone, progesterone, cause an increased response to plaque bacteria which can lead to </span><a href="https://crest.com/en-us/oral-health/conditions/gums/gingivitis-symptoms-causes-treatments" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #0084c9; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">gingivitis</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">. As a result, pregnant women are more likely to develop gingivitis. Don’t worry though, knowing how to find the </span><a href="https://crest.com/en-us/oral-health/solutions/toothpaste/best-toothpaste-for-gingivitis-gum-disease" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #0084c9; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">best anti-gingivitis toothpaste</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> and </span><a href="https://crest.com/en-us/oral-health/solutions/mouthwash/best-mouthwash-for-gingivitis-gum-disease" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #0084c9; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">best anti-gingivitis mouthwash</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> will help fight off this disease during a time when the health of you and your baby are your top priority. Talking to your dentist and hygienist about this elevated risk before and during this special time in your life can also </span><a href="https://crest.com/en-us/oral-health/conditions/gums/gingivitis-home-treatment" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #0084c9; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">help reverse or prevent gingivitis</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">You’ve got a lot going on when you’re pregnant, so your oral health may not exactly be top-of-mind. But because your risk of gingivitis increases, it’s as important as ever to maintain the health of your gums and teeth. Be aware of key signs and symptoms of gingivitis, like red, </span><a href="https://crest.com/en-us/oral-health/conditions/gums/inflamed-gums-causes-treatments-gum-swelling" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #0084c9; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">swollen gums</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> or </span><a href="https://crest.com/en-us/oral-health/conditions/gums/bleeding-gums-causes-treatments-prevention" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #0084c9; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">gums that bleed</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> when you brush.</span></div>
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<li><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Use an anti-gingivitis toothpaste</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">. </span><a href="https://crest.com/en-us/products/toothpaste/crest-gum-detoxify-deep-clean-toothpaste" style="background-color: white; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.5pt; text-decoration-line: none; white-space: pre;"><span style="color: #0084c9; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Crest Gum Detoxify Deep Clean</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">, helps reverse early signs of gum damage by neutralizing the plaque bacteria build up around your gum line. Ask your dentist if they think you should start using it before, during and after pregnancy to maintain overall oral health.</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Use an anti-gingivitis mouthwash</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">. </span><a href="https://crest.com/en-us/products/mouthwash/crest-pro-health-multi-protection-mouthwash" style="background-color: white; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.5pt; text-decoration-line: none; white-space: pre;"><span style="color: #0084c9; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Crest® PRO-HEALTH® Multi-Protection Mouthwash</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">, kills 99% of the bacteria that cause gingivitis.</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Floss at least once a day</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">. </span><a href="https://oralb.com/en-us/products/glide-pro-health-clinical-protection-mint-floss" style="background-color: white; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.5pt; text-decoration-line: none; white-space: pre;"><span style="color: #0084c9; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Oral-B Glide® PRO-HEALTH® Clinical Protection Floss</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">, slides easily between teeth and below the gum-line to remove gingivitis-causing plaque.</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Be sure to fully remove plaque</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">. You may be missing the plaque found around the gum line, even if the plaque on your teeth has been removed. Pay special attention to these areas and consider for a toothpaste like </span><a href="https://crest.com/en-us/products/toothpaste/crest-gum-detoxify-deep-clean-toothpaste" style="background-color: white; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.5pt; text-decoration-line: none; white-space: pre;"><span style="color: #0084c9; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Crest Gum Detoxify Deep Clean</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> that can reach plaque around the gum line. The key to a healthy mouth is proper gum care.</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Tell your hygienist and dentist if you’re pregnant</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">. They may recommend more frequent dental cleanings to help you avoid gingivitis.</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">You may want to consider the breakthrough daily 2-step system</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">, </span><a href="https://crest.com/en-us/products/toothpaste/crest-gum-detoxify-two-step-whitening-toothpaste" style="background-color: white; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10.5pt; text-decoration-line: none; white-space: pre;"><span style="color: #0084c9; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Crest Gum Detoxify + Whitening</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">, which provides gingivitis protection, in addition to noticeable whitening benefits*—so your smile will be beaming, just like you!</span></li>
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-TcM8oLPibhYbFyhl4o7ZkLLSOW4A7qnDS6O6pvu9Bhar9ixmHZ9d2yietYbmE5Ml3XrYHrnZHICLkEP_tmtbVgMsQvKJgEGE20t8OuPkcZvupP_v6-k9NFokrro1TBZkq2psBnofy-g/s1600/gingivitis.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="background-color: white; clear: right; color: #005d83; float: right; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em; text-decoration-line: none;"><img border="0" height="97" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-TcM8oLPibhYbFyhl4o7ZkLLSOW4A7qnDS6O6pvu9Bhar9ixmHZ9d2yietYbmE5Ml3XrYHrnZHICLkEP_tmtbVgMsQvKJgEGE20t8OuPkcZvupP_v6-k9NFokrro1TBZkq2psBnofy-g/s200/gingivitis.jpg" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; border: 1px solid rgb(238, 238, 238); box-shadow: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.1) 1px 1px 5px; padding: 5px; position: relative;" width="200" /></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Gingivitis is an early stage of gum disease caused by the buildup of plaque bacteria on the tissues that surround the teeth. Plaque, a naturally occurring biofilm containing bacteria, can lead to gingivitis if not removed by daily brushing. </span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "tahoma" , "helvetica" , "freesans" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><b>Who Can Get Gingivitis?</b></span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Gingivitis is quite prevalent. But while almost 80% of adults will experience some symptoms of gingivitis, that doesn’t necessarily mean it’s inevitable. It’s important to note that occasionally there might be no noticeable pain or apparent signs, leaving people unaware that they have it. That’s another good reason to schedule regular checkups with your dental professional every six months so he or she can identify it and suggest treatment options.</span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "tahoma" , "helvetica" , "freesans" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><b>Gingivitis Symptoms</b></span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Some symptoms of gingivitis include red, swollen, and bleeding gums. Chronic gingivitis can lead to periodontitis and chronic bad breath. If these symptoms persist, it's important to talk with your dental professional to determine the best treatment. In the meantime, learn what you can do to protect against gingivitis.</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><b>#5: Watch out for starchy foods </b></span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">These are sneaky because they often get trapped in your teeth. If you choose to indulge in chips and cakes, take extra care when you floss that day to remove all the food particles that can lead to plaque build-up. </span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Wisdom teeth are the last molars on each side of the jaws. They are also the last teeth to emerge, or erupt, usually when a person is between 16 and 20.</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Since wisdom teeth are the last permanent teeth to come in, or erupt, there is often not enough room left in your mouth to accommodate them. This can lead to wisdom teeth that are impacted, teeth that are trapped beneath the gum tissue by other teeth or bone. If teeth are impacted, swelling and tenderness may occur.</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Wisdom teeth that only partially emerge or come in crooked can also lead to painful crowding and disease. Since teeth removed before age 20 have less developed roots and fewer complications, the American Dental Association recommends that people between 16 and 19 have their wisdom teeth evaluated to see if they need to be removed.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">A tooth extraction is a relatively routine procedure. Your dentist or a dental specialist, called an oral surgeon, will recommend either "going to sleep" using general anesthesia, or numbing this area in your mouth with a local anesthesia such as Novocain</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 7pt; font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">®</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">.</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 9pt; font-style: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">After the tooth (or teeth) is removed, you may be asked to bite down softly on a piece of gauze for 30 to 45 minutes after you leave the office, to limit any bleeding that may occur. Some pain and swelling may occur but it will normally go away after a few days; however, you should call your dentist if you have prolonged or severe pain, swelling, bleeding or fever.</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><b>#3: Limit your alcohol intake </b></span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">’Tis the season for egg nog, Brandy Alexanders and glog! If you choose to imbibe, try to drink water alongside your drinks. And remember: Too much alcohol can dry out your mouth. </span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><b><br /></b></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "tahoma" , "helvetica" , "freesans" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><b>To read the entire article visit <a href="http://www.mouthhealthy.org/en/holiday-foods" style="color: #005d83; text-decoration-line: none;"><i>MouthHealthy.org</i></a>.</b></span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><b>#1: Timing matters </b></span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Timing matters. While everything is fine in moderation, it helps to eat sweets and other sugary foods with meals or shortly after mealtime. Saliva production increases during meals and helps cancel out acids produced by bacteria in your mouth and helps rinse away food particles. </span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "tahoma" , "helvetica" , "freesans" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><b>#2: Be picky if it's sticky</b></span><br />
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQpge_4c9b9BzxAPG16p0prLCd70qR1750Lcy-XSTcsfhpQC__eVZWXTwF3rGqHOSmlSq_pbrREo9manpVBDnyuIZdFiAlii1PCrCf7-StVS0LviDSs0sNeYBsKoKd9YR4S7cdT-EaiP4/s1600/tip2-sticky.png" imageanchor="1" style="background-color: white; clear: right; color: #005d83; float: right; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em; text-decoration-line: none;"><img border="0" height="150" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQpge_4c9b9BzxAPG16p0prLCd70qR1750Lcy-XSTcsfhpQC__eVZWXTwF3rGqHOSmlSq_pbrREo9manpVBDnyuIZdFiAlii1PCrCf7-StVS0LviDSs0sNeYBsKoKd9YR4S7cdT-EaiP4/s200/tip2-sticky.png" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; border: 1px solid rgb(238, 238, 238); box-shadow: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.1) 1px 1px 5px; padding: 5px; position: relative;" width="200" /></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">When it comes to picking healthy snacks, many people put dried fruit at the top of the list. But many dried fruits are sticky and sticky foods tend to stay on the teeth longer than other types of food. If you find yourself eating a lot of dried fruits such as cranberries, make sure to rinse with water and brush carefully. </span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "tahoma" , "helvetica" , "freesans" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"></span><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFGsRjltqpjADMqU0AGuCNlPzEpyuezNG3US7R1Gf7wPoJThEtFqogIFFZ2_m5pkPGo6kC-oJ_djuv8BjLqyqVEj2nloboFgvqvCqDoeY2BXuYKtP0gl9r61Fg1mly95ax9s3Ues7ssCA/s1600/manualbrushingflossing.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="background-color: white; clear: right; color: #005d83; float: right; font-family: Arial, Tahoma, Helvetica, FreeSans, sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em; text-decoration-line: none;"><img border="0" height="85" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFGsRjltqpjADMqU0AGuCNlPzEpyuezNG3US7R1Gf7wPoJThEtFqogIFFZ2_m5pkPGo6kC-oJ_djuv8BjLqyqVEj2nloboFgvqvCqDoeY2BXuYKtP0gl9r61Fg1mly95ax9s3Ues7ssCA/s200/manualbrushingflossing.jpg" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; border: 1px solid rgb(238, 238, 238); box-shadow: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.1) 1px 1px 5px; padding: 5px; position: relative;" width="200" /></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><b>A Proper Brushing Technique for your Teeth </b></span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">A proper brushing technique is the first step to maintaining healthy teeth and gums. Plus, it helps minimize the risk of tooth decay and gum disease, the major causes of tooth loss.</span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "tahoma" , "helvetica" , "freesans" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><b>Before You Begin </b></span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">While there are several tooth brushing techniques with a manual toothbrush, always ask your dental professional for their recommendation and be sure to follow their instructions. To start, use fluoride toothpaste with a soft-bristle toothbrush, and don't forget to replace it every three months.</span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "tahoma" , "helvetica" , "freesans" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><b>Two Minutes, Twice a Day </b></span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">To brush your teeth correctly, spend at least two minutes using a recommended brushing technique, which includes 30 seconds brushing each section of your mouth (upper right, upper left, lower right and lower left), both morning and night. Since most manual toothbrushes don't have built-in two-minute timers, you may want to have a clock handy so you can be sure you're brushing long enough.</span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "tahoma" , "helvetica" , "freesans" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><b>Positioning the Toothbrush </b></span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">How you hold the toothbrush depends on which part of the tooth you're brushing.</span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "tahoma" , "helvetica" , "freesans" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><b>Please read the entire article, found at <a href="https://www.dentalcare.com/en-us/patient-education/patient-materials/manual-brushing-and-flossing" style="color: #005d83; text-decoration-line: none;"><i>DentalCare.com</i></a>, to see more detailed information on manual brushing and flossing.</b></span><br />
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Bensonhurst Smileshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07171445501595064310noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7489908670485279486.post-43236276286193174122019-10-16T08:55:00.000-07:002019-11-21T08:56:14.882-08:00How to Brush with an Electric Toothbrush - Dental Care<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">You can achieve better plaque removal and gingivitis reduction with an electric toothbrush that utilizes oscillating-rotating technology than with a regular manual toothbrush.</span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "tahoma" , "helvetica" , "freesans" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">This brushing action is very different from ordinary manual toothbrushes, as it does the job of brushing for you. Be sure to guide the brush head to all parts of your mouth.</span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "tahoma" , "helvetica" , "freesans" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><b>Rotating Electric Toothbrush Instructions</b></span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><br /></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "tahoma" , "helvetica" , "freesans" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Hold the brush parallel to the floor, against the side of your teeth.</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">It isn't necessary to press hard or scrub. Simply let the electric toothbrush do all the work.</span><br />
<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Hold the brush head in place for a few seconds before moving on to the next tooth.</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;"><b>Please read the entire article, found at <a href="https://www.dentalcare.com/en-us/patient-education/patient-materials/power-toothbrush-instructions" style="color: #005d83; text-decoration-line: none;"><i>DentalCare.com</i></a>, to see more detailed information on how to use an electric toothbrush.</b></span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">A sinus infection can create pressure and pain in the mouth and cause a sinus tooth pain. Specifically, this is due to pressure and pain in the maxillary sinuses located behind the cheek bones. Sinus tooth pain is often confused with other causes of tooth pain, including </span><a href="https://crest.com/en-us/oral-health/conditions/gums/gum-disease-symptoms-causes-treatments" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #0084c9; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">gum disease</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">, </span><a href="https://crest.com/en-us/oral-health/conditions/cavities-tooth-decay/cavities-tooth-decay-symptoms-causes-treatment" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #0084c9; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">tooth decay</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">, or an </span><a href="https://crest.com/en-us/oral-health/conditions/wisdom-teeth/impacted-wisdom-teeth-symptoms-types-removal" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #0084c9; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">impacted wisdom tooth</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 18pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">What Causes Sinus Infections?</span></h2>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">A sinus infection occurs when bacteria from the nose enter the sinuses. To help you assess whether you have a sinus tooth pain or a toothache caused by something else, take note of symptoms that occur in addition to pain around the upper teeth, eyes, or cheekbones.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 18pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Sinus Infection Symptoms</span></h2>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Any type of sinusitis, including maxillary sinusitis, can be chronic or acute. </span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 13.5pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Symptoms of acute maxillary sinusitis include:</span></div>
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<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Fever</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Stuffy nose and nasal discharge</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Bad breath</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Pain that is worse when sitting up than when lying down</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Tenderness, redness, or swelling in the cheekbones</span></li>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 13.5pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Signs of chronic maxillary sinusitis include:</span></div>
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<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Cough</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Persistent sinus toothache</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Pain that seems worse when you have a cold or allergic reaction</span></li>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Don’t ignore signs of a persistent sinus toothache or tooth pain. Sinus infection when left untreated can lead to more serious infection, so be sure to see a doctor for sinus tooth pain to treat problems before they become severe.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 18pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Sinus Infection Side Effects</span></h2>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">One of the possible side effects from a sinus infection is that you may start breathing through your mouth. Mouth breathing promotes a dry mouth, and a dry mouth can increase your risk of dental health problems. Saliva in the mouth helps digest food and wash away the bacteria that can cause tooth decay and </span><a href="https://crest.com/en-us/oral-health/conditions/gums/gingivitis-symptoms-causes-treatments" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #0084c9; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">gingivitis</span></a><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">If you notice signs of dry mouth after sinus infection tooth pain, try the following:</span></div>
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<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Use a fluoride toothpaste and mouth rinse daily.</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Drink plenty of water.</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Try to breathe through your nose as much as possible.</span></li>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #2d2d2d; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 18pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Sinus Infection Tooth Pain</span></h2>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Sinus tooth pain is fairly common, according to dental experts at the Mayo Clinic. Sinus infection tooth pain occurs when the fluid that builds up in the sinus cavities during a sinus infection puts pressure on your upper teeth, which are close to the maxillary sinuses.If you have sinus tooth pain, you may need to see a doctor to manage your sinus condition.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Sinus infection tooth pain might occur suddenly and usually feels like a dull ache, like something pressing down on your teeth. Or you might notice tooth sensitivity when chewing. Sinus infection tooth pain also can occur if you don’t have a full-blown sinus infection. You might notice tooth pain similar to sinus infection tooth pain if you simply have a bad head cold and sinus congestion rather than a full-blown sinus infection.Some conditions that can cause pain in the upper teeth may be confused with sinus tooth pain. Even if you think your tooth pain is related to your sinuses and should be treated by a doctor, see a dentist to rule out dental problems including:</span></div>
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<li><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Tooth Damage:</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> A fractured or decayed tooth near the sinus cavity has similar symptoms to sinus tooth pain.</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Tooth Grinding:</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> Tooth grinding (bruxism) can cause pain similar to sinus tooth pain.</span></li>
<li><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Gum Disease:</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #707070; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 10.5pt; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> The early stages of gum disease can also cause pain similar to sinus tooth pain.</span></li>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Your child’s well-being is your biggest concern and their oral hygiene is an important part of their overall health. The care of your child’s teeth and gums begins with you - - you can set them on the right path for a lifetime of excellent oral hygiene.</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Babies are born with all their teeth - you can't see them because they are hidden in the gums. Baby teeth start to break through the gums around 6 months but it is important to start good oral care for infants even before the first tooth comes in. From healthy gums come healthy teeth.</span><br />
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<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Once they begin to erupt, brush teeth twice a day with a fluoride toothpaste in an amount no more than a smear the size of a grain of rice - use a soft-bristle toothbrush.</span></li>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Having your kids brush their teeth before they go to bed each night helps them learn good oral hygiene practices. And while twice-daily toothbrushing is good for developing teeth, it always enough to stop bad breath from occurring. Bad breath isn't always solely an oral health issue, there can be other causes that need a different solution. Here are five surprising causes of bad breath in children and how to stop them.</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">Have any of your kids complained about a sore throat or stuffy nose lately? It might be a sinus infection. Sinus issues cause fluid to collect in the nasal passages and throat, making your child's throat the perfect place for bacteria to gather. The result? Stinky breath that can't be cured with toothbrushing and mouthwash alone. If you suspect a sinus infection (potential sore throat, burning nasal passages and post nasal drip), call your doctor for a visit and see if antibiotics will be prescribed.</span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 13.2px;">It may not be your first thought, but your child's bad breath could be the result of something stuck in her nasal passages. Kids are curious, and their nostrils are just the right size for inserting small items such as beads, beans, toy accessories and food. Pediatrician Dr. William Sears explains that when an object gets lodged in a child's nasal passages it can create a nasty smell. If you suspect this is what is causing your child's bad breath, you'll need a doctor to help check your child's nasal passages and remove the object.</span><br />
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