How To Look After Your Child’s Teeth Toothbrushing Low dose fluoridated toothpaste should be used (use a pea sizes amount) and parents need to assist their child as most children do not have the dexterity to brush their teeth effectively until the age of 7-8 The brush should be soft and some children brush more […]
Meth Use And Its Effects On Teeth The effects of methamphetamine on teeth is shocking. Methamphetamine is highly addictive and the health issues associated with even short term use are dreadful. User’s of this drug tend to grind their teeth very hard, eat a lot of sugary foods, have very low saliva flow and poor dental […]
What to expect after a filling appointment If the dentist has used a local anesthetic to numb the area treated, the numbness in your lips, teeth and tongue may last for several hours after. To avoid ulceration to your tongue and lips, you should avoid any chewing until the numbness has completely worn […]
Tools For Cleaning Teeth Cleaning Between Teeth where a toothbrush can’t reach can be difficult. These areas make a perfect hiding place for food particles and bacteria. If they’re allowed to stay there for a long time, these bacteria can start to destroy gum tissue as well as the bones and ligaments that support teeth. […]
