Archive for the ‘Dental Health’ Category

Sugarless gum: sweet health

Friday, June 3rd, 2011

With chewing gum, has happened is an interesting phenomenon: its image has changed dramatically in recent years. More and more studies testing the benefits that brings the exercise of chewing gum against past trends indicating, at least in the field of dental health to the chewing gum as public enemy number one.

chewing gum benefits

The favorite one of the dentists
It happens that the technology has been making plenty of alternatives to replace sugar content of that candy for other chemicals less harmful to our teeth. Thus, nowadays, the chewing gum has become the sweetest most recommended by dentists and nutritionists. (more…)

The Diet of Your Teeth

Friday, April 29th, 2011

To maintain a healthy mouth and a beautiful smile, throughout the day, it is treated well. And for that the best form is endowing it of the best possible diet. That is, choose the best menu possible for your mouth never miss what you need.

healthy teeth tips

Mainly our teeth need phosphorus, vitamin A, B2, C, D, niacin and calcium fluoride. These are the foods you must eat so that manage to keep your mouth healthy, and also eating healthily, eating the diet of your teeth ..

Phosphorus is found in milk and dairy products, eggs, fish, nuts and vegetables. It constitutes the structure of the bones and relating to the teeth contributes to the equilibrium acid-base balance in the body. (more…)

Preventing Cavities

Tuesday, April 26th, 2011

tooth decay

It is advisable that we all make an annual visit to the dentist, whenever not a prior punctual problem exist. What is ideal is that there is no setback this visit we make a real ordeal. Tooth decay is one of the most common problems and prevent largely depend on ourselves.

Tooth decay is one of the most common infectious diseases and perhaps it is children who suffer most. Its appearance is closely related to the intake of refined sugars and that ends up affecting the tissues of the teeth. The bacteria feed on food scraps that are left between the teeth and eventually produce acids that damage the enamel of teeth. (more…)

Complications of orthodontic

Sunday, January 23rd, 2011

All you have to do with your mouth is, the least sensitive. From a simple wound up orthodontic discomfort that may occur in the mouth can be heavy.

orthodontic complication

Besides the known benefits that can have braces (as eliminate bruxism, improving oral health and avoid implants), it is true that you can also have a number of disadvantages or complications, we will try to summarizing.

One of them is the possibility of occurrence of caries and decalcification, and inflammation. But without doubt, one of the most common elements made when orthodontics is that it is not well structured with mouth and then comes pain. Discomfort in the articulation of the mouth may be another common complication when an orthodontic implant. (more…)

Foods that stain your teeth

Sunday, January 2nd, 2011

A white smile reflects good health and hygiene. In addition to that makes us look better. It is increasingly important to the image of our teeth, and not enough to have perfectly aligned teeth, now you do not like to see spots or stains on our teeth yellow.

dental tips

To avoid unwanted color is important to maintain good hygiene. We brush our teeth at least 3 times a day, although it is highly recommended after every meal, especially when we drink coffee or tea. It is also advisable to use a mouthwash at least 2 times a day and floss, or interdental brushes at least once a day. (more…)

How do choose the Best Teeth Whitening Method?

Thursday, November 18th, 2010

People of all ages groped to whiten your teeth through a variety of home remedies, like brushing and consistent over-the-counter whitening gel, and study visits the dentist for bleaching and other procedures.

Teeth Whitening method

There are many products available and the procedures that many people ask the best teeth whitening methods. The most common response by dental professionals is that the different methods work best for different people, and choosing the best teeth whitening strategy depends on a number of factors, especially the color and condition of the teeth of an individual and the desired result treatment. (more…)

Protection of tooth enamel

Wednesday, July 14th, 2010

Tooth enamel is usually exposed to a series of attacks that do not benefit at all: power anarchic, sugary sodas, meals at odd times … There are many men who suffer from this problem. Prevention in these cases is essential.

tooth enamel

The destruction of the enamel, or the erosion of this protective layer of the teeth is much more prevalent than imagine. It is estimated that one in five patients who go to a dentist, for signs of deterioration at the level of dental enamel.

There are signs that do not lie. The teeth become more yellow in color and may appear some cracks in the bottom of the tooth. It is normal when brushing will resent some discomfort. Unfortunately, one does not realize that suffer this evil, until the deterioration of the enamel and is in a fairly advanced. (more…)

Bad breath and oral hygiene

Monday, June 21st, 2010

Against bad breath, and pasty mouth upon awakening, there are a number of tricks and hygiene rules can not be forgotten. The ideal is to get a scraping of the tongue, and do it every day and every time need a more thorough cleaning.

Bacteria and bad breath
The mouth is home to thousands of germs and bacteria that are responsible for the plaque that accumulates on teeth. Tartar is deposited on the teeth as much about language. This bacterial flora contributes to bad breath.

This phenomenon is accentuated, usually in men particularly, since language has a more raspy than women.

The specific attention to the language of men favoring the capture and retention and waste of all kinds of food particles, which are conducive to bacterial growth. (more…)

Herpes virus infections

Friday, May 21st, 2010

Herpes simplex primary (children typically contract) determines the acute herpetic gingivostomatitis. It is usually caused by herpes simplex virus type 1 but through the oro-genital contact, may be due to herpes simplex virus type 2 and begins with small blisters that break down quickly, forming ulcers.

oral herpes

When in the early stages is located, may resemble aphthous stomatitis, herpes but always strikes the primary gingiva and may affect other tissues, and aphthous stomatitis never affects the gingiva. (more…)

Everything you need to know about tooth decay

Saturday, May 8th, 2010

Teeth are meant to last a lifetime, however, if care to young, maintaining good oral hygiene can suffer significant illness. One of the most common is tooth decay.

What is tooth decay?
The cavity is a hole made in the tooth, caused by the accumulation of bacteria on its surface called plaque. The bacteria in plaque destroy the sugar you eat and turn it into acids.

tooth decay

tooth decay

These acids are very powerful and dissolve the enamel that covers the teeth. To avoid the appearance, it is important to have good oral hygiene that prevents open acids pass through the tooth enamel, going to attack and corrode the internal parts of the tooth. If the acid reaches the pain nerve endings appear. (more…)