Do you know that Coffee stains the teeth? Find out ways to prevent Teeth stains.

Tobacco, coffee, tea, red wine, kola nut(African) and chlorhexidine mouthwash are major culprits when it comes to teeth stains.The following are ways to prevent these culprits from staining your teeth.Quit tobacco: aside from the fact that smokers are liable to die young, tobacco also causes embarrassing...

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7 Reasons why you should not grind your Teeth

Teeth grinding is a habit many engage in when they are anxious/stressed or during sleep. It is also known as Bruxism. The sound produced when a person clenches and grinds could be quite disturbing. Teeth grinding is seen in children and adults; however, it is commoner in adults. Children who grind their...

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Electric toothbrushes: A smart way of cleaning your teeth

Electric toothbrushes are powered toothbrushes which can either be rechargeable or non rechargeable. When switched on, they produce vibrations that are effective in removing plaque(whitish substances) from the teeth and prevent gum disease.It is important to state that you can achieve a good oral hygiene...

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5 Fun ways to Spice up your Child's Toothbrushing.

Getting a child to brush can sometimes be a tough job. From a crying child to one who runs away whenever it is time to brush. For the very young ones, they may simply not understand why mummy has to stick something into their mouth and move it around.The following are sure ways to get your child interested...

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Secrets to having painless Dental procedures

The mere thought of going through pain can trigger fear in an individual and affect his/her decision to visit the Dentist.A relaxed and cooperative patient is every dentists joy as this will help him/her conclude treatments on time and be able to attend to other patients. The dentist therefore aims...

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Check out the Materials used to fill holes in the Teeth

Holes created by tooth decay or fracture are usually filled/restored to stop pain and the progression of the decay. Filling the tooth also helps restore the tooth back to function and aesthetics.There are basically 2 types of filling materials; temporary and permanent.Temporary filling materials: as...

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Important things to note about the Baby/Milk teeth

Humans have two sets of teeth; the baby/milk teeth(which is temporary) and the adult teeth(which is permanent).The baby teeth is the first set to appear in the mouth and there are 20 teeth in all; 10 in the upper and 10 in the lower jaw. They are generally smaller in size and whiter than the adult teeth....

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Dental X-rays: How safe are they?

If you have a hole or a painful tooth, your Dentist will most likely request for a dental X-ray to know the extent of decay/damage and arrive at a diagnosis. This will help show the whole tooth and the surrounding structures.Dental X-rays are diagnostic as well as preventive. If you are visiting the...

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What to know about Babies born with teeth

It is rare to see a baby born with teeth. When babies are born, they are not expected to have any teeth in their mouth until the age of 6months(could be earlier). However, due to reasons that can't be explained, a baby may be born with a tooth/teeth in his/her mouth. This is commonly seen in the lower...

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Watch your Stress, it can trigger Mouth sores.

Mouth sores result from a break in the lining of the mouth. They are often caused byTrauma from cheek/lip biting or irritation from a chipped tooth, Allergies to certain foods, Nutritional deficiencies(iron, vitamin B12 and folic acid) and Stress: Many tend to develop mouth ulcers around...

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My front tooth is chipped off, can it be fixed?

The upper front tooth often receives the greatest impact during a fall or accident making it liable to fracture/chip off.Before and After RepairIf the impact of the fall is not so much, the tooth may chip off without causing any pain or discomfort. However, if the impact of the accident is much, a large...

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Help! Is Chewing Stick bad for my Teeth

Chewing sticks are cheap 'natural toothbrushes' made from tree twigs(small branches). Its use is commonly seen in people who dwell in rural areas where toothbrushes and toothpastes are not readily available. Many of our grandparents make use of chewing sticks to clean their teeth. Some make use of the...

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Happy New Year

Happy New year readers.This year, have a positive attitude towards achieving a good dental health.Have a beautiful 20...

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