Types of Teeth and Their Functions #lifedentalimplants #dentistlondon

March 18th, 2019Dental Helpful Tips and FactsComments:0

Your teeth are crucial parts of your smile and help you with daily tasks such as chewing food or speaking in a clear manner. Taking care of your teeth will go a long way in ensuring that you get to enjoy healthy smiles for a long time – but have you given a thought to the types of teeth you...
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What Happens After Tooth Loss? #toothlossproblems #solvetoothloss

October 31st, 2018Dental Helpful Tips and FactsComments:0

Have you experienced losing one or more of your teeth? There are several reasons why teeth go missing, including gum disease, tooth decay, and injuries toe face or mouth area. Regardless of the reason for the toothless condition, one will experience significant changes – with long-term effects...
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How to Get More Information about your Dental Treatment

February 5th, 2018Dental Helpful Tips and FactsComments:0

Are you going to see your dentist any time soon? A dental appointment can be a stressful event to go through because of dental fear, or other factors that can cause apprehension on the patient’s part. Nervous patient care options such as conscious sedation can make the appointment a more...
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What are the Signs of Gum Disease?

November 27th, 2017Dental Helpful Tips and FactsComments:0

Do you think you have gum disease? If you suspect that you have problems with your gum health, it is important to go have this checked by your dentist as soon as possible. This is because gum problems can successfully be treated as long as they are caught in the early stages. Delaying treatment...
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Deciding on Having Dental Implants

May 19th, 2017Dental Helpful Tips and FactsComments:0

Losing most or all your teeth can be a devastating experience. You might feel a deep sense of hopelessness, thinking that there is nothing left to do but to accept the fact that you will be toothless for the rest of your life. You may also feel the need to isolate yourself from others, given the...
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How Too Much Sugar can harm your Smile

January 23rd, 2017Dental Helpful Tips and FactsComments:0

We have always been told to cut down our sugar intake, and to avoid eating too many sweets to prevent tooth decay. This idea has been deeply ingrained into our systems since childhood; however, most of us find it hard to stay far away from our favourite sweet treats and the giddy feelings they...
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How Reliable are Cheap Dental Implants?

September 5th, 2016Dental Helpful Tips and FactsComments:0

The loss of natural teeth can cause a host of problems, especially if the problem is left unaddressed for a long period of time. This problem can be solved with the help of dental implants, which restore the healthy function and appearance of the smile after tooth loss. However, some people may...
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Stop Smoking to Avoid these Dental Problems

July 29th, 2016Dental Helpful Tips and FactsComments:0

Smoking can cause a host of serious health problems. If you smoke, you should do your best to quit as soon as possible, avoiding bearing the brunt of these problems in the future. Aside from wreaking havoc in numerous organs of the body, smoking and the use of tobacco products can also have a...
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The Challenge of Eating without Teeth

July 22nd, 2016Dental Helpful Tips and FactsComments:0

Eating is a pleasurable activity, something that people look forward to doing in the most enjoyable manner. However, that may not be the case for those who have missing teeth problems. If you have lost most or all of your natural teeth, eating becomes a very difficult thing to do, and meal times...
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Easy Ways to Maintain a Healthy Smile while Traveling

May 30th, 2016Dental Helpful Tips and FactsComments:0

Traveling, either for business or for leisure, can disrupt your normal schedule – and that includes the way you care for your teeth. When you’re out of the house and on the go, it can be easy to forget about your normal dental habits because of a hectic traveling schedule, or because you...
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Dealing with Painful Mouth Sores

April 4th, 2016Dental Helpful Tips and FactsComments:0

Have you ever had mouth sores? These are painful mouth lesions that can develop on different parts of the mouth, such as the inner cheeks, on the tongue, on the gums, on the inner lips, or on the palate. Mouth sores can develop from a variety of causes, including: hormonal changes, trauma to the...
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The Risks of Choosing Cheap Dental Implants

March 22nd, 2016Dental Helpful Tips and FactsComments:0

It’s natural to always look for a more inexpensive option, if it’s even available in the first place. Why not go for the cheaper alternative, if you can have the same quality? This way of thinking can help you save some money, but may not be applicable when it comes to certain things –...
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5 Tips to Quit Soda Drinking over the Holidays

December 7th, 2015Dental Helpful Tips and FactsComments:0

Yes, it is possible to quit your soda-drinking habit even over the holiday season! Here are some helpful tips to jumpstart your way to a healthier lifestyle which will also keep your smiles safe from damage. Take baby steps If you think quitting soda drinking cold turkey is not possible, you can...
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7 Home Remedies for Painful Wisdom Tooth

November 29th, 2015Dental Helpful Tips and FactsComments:0

An impacted wisdom tooth, or one that is just about to come out from under the gum line, can bring a great deal of discomfort. Here are some home remedies you can use to ease the pain. Cold compress Place an ice pack outside your cheek, corresponding to the area where the wisdom tooth is...
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5 Ways to Clean your Mouth Guard

November 25th, 2015Dental Helpful Tips and FactsComments:0

A mouth guard is used to protect your teeth and mouth during sports activities. Your mouth guard or night guard also protects your teeth against the harmful effects of teeth grinding while you sleep. Here are ways to keep the mouth guard clean. Use another toothbrush You can use a regular...
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5 Natural Ways to Treat Swollen Lips

November 14th, 2015Dental Helpful Tips and FactsComments:0

Swollen lips may be caused by allergic reactions or trauma to the soft lip/mouth tissue. Here are some natural remedies to help speed up the recovery of your lips so you can have your beautiful smile back. Cold compress Place an ice pack or cold compress on the affected area to ease the...
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6 Habits that Prevent Gum Disease

October 23rd, 2015Dental Helpful Tips and FactsComments:0

These are habits that can help you avoid gum disease, so you can enjoy your beautiful, healthy smiles for a longer period of time. Brush teeth regularly Regular tooth brushing removes the dirt and food debris on the surface of the teeth. Keeping the teeth surfaces clean reduces the risk of...
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5 Habits to Avoid to Keep your Teeth Safe

October 2nd, 2015Dental Helpful Tips and FactsComments:0

You might not think that these habits are harming your teeth, but you may be increasing your risk of dental injuries if you don’t stop doing these immediately. Chewing on ice Chewing on ice may be satisfying, but your teeth may be damaged or chipped if you don’t stop doing this. Teeth...
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5 Tips to Reduce Painful Sensitive Teeth

September 26th, 2015Dental Helpful Tips and FactsComments:0

Sensitive teeth can give you unexpected jolts of pain, sometimes just as you are eating your favourite food items. Here are some things you can do to reduce the pain caused by sensitive teeth. Brush gently Brush your teeth using gentler strokes to prevent further wearing of the enamel, which...
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6 Ways to Avoid Dry Mouth

August 22nd, 2015Dental Helpful Tips and FactsComments:0

Does your mouth feel parched? Check out the following tips to keep your mouth from feeling like the Sahara desert. Stay hydrated with water Hydrate with water to keep the inside of your mouth moist and healthy. Cut down on caffeine Coffee and other caffeinated drinks can dry your mouth. Limit...
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6 Natural Remedies for Bleeding Gums

August 6th, 2015Dental Helpful Tips and FactsComments:0

Bleeding gums are symptoms of gum disease. If your gums bleed, you should visit your dentist as soon as possible to get the necessary gum treatment. Here are some natural remedies you can try to help you with your bleeding gum problem, but make sure that you will still go to your dentist! Gargle...
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5 Signs that you May Need a Root Canal

July 30th, 2015Dental Helpful Tips and FactsComments:0

A root canal treatment solves the problem of an infected tooth pulp. This treatment may be the last chance to save your tooth from being extracted. How do you know if you need a root canal? Aside from having the need for this treatment confirmed by your dentist, here are some signs that may...
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5 Common Myths about your Teeth

July 10th, 2015Dental Helpful Tips and FactsComments:0

How much do you know about your teeth? Here are some common myths regarding teeth and dental health in general. Dental fillings will have to be replaced eventually The fillings will need to be replaced only if it is damaged, or if a cavity forms around it. Otherwise, a person can enjoy the same...
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7 Common Dental Problems among Older People

June 12th, 2015Dental Helpful Tips and FactsComments:0

Here are the most common dental concerns among older individuals: Missing teeth Older people have a higher risk of suffering from loose teeth problems. This can be solved with dental implants. Dry mouth A dry mouth is common among older people who regularly take certain medications, which cause...
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5 Food Items that can Brighten Teeth

May 19th, 2015Dental Helpful Tips and FactsComments:0

Here are some food items that can keep your teeth whiter, and smile much brighter. Apples Munching on an apple increases saliva production and can help prevent bad breath. The crunchy quality of apples strengthens gums and sweeps away food debris and discolourations from teeth surfaces. Nuts and...
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6 Interesting Facts about Dental Implants

May 14th, 2015Dental Helpful Tips and FactsComments:0

Here are some interesting facts you might not know yet about dental implants: Ancient implants used sea shells The Mayan civilisation used sea shells as dental implants, as seen when the remains of a Mayan woman were dug up showing sea shells embedded into her jawbone. Implants do not decay A...
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5 Interesting Historical Facts about Teeth

April 29th, 2015Dental Helpful Tips and FactsComments:0

Here are some facts that can make you appreciate your teeth – and modern dentistry – a lot better. Barbers and blacksmiths used to do “dental work” Back in the days when there were no licensed dentists yet, barbers and blacksmiths (and others who had the tools and strength) were the ones...
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6 Surprising (Other) Uses for Toothpaste

April 22nd, 2015Dental Helpful Tips and FactsComments:0

Did you know that toothpaste can be used other than for brushing your teeth? Check out which of these surprising uses can be helpful for you. Shoe cleaning Scuffs on leather shoes can be removed by rubbing a small amount of toothpaste using a soft cloth, and then cleaning the area using a damp...
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5 Tasks for your Old Toothbrush

April 2nd, 2015Dental Helpful Tips and FactsComments:0

Don’t throw your old yet trustworthy toothbrush yet! It can still be useful for other things, such as: Cleaning fingernails Remove the dirt from under your fingernails by using an old toothbrush (make sure it’s clean first, though), soap, and water. Removing grime between tiles Cleaning the...
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