Dental Care

History of Dental Care

Thank goodness dental care has evolved since ancient Roman times, when your barber would’ve been the one pulling your diseased teeth. Read on to learn more about this fascinating history.

The History of Dental Care: The First Dental Floss

Evidence has shown that even the ancient caveman cared for his teeth. They can tell this by the grooves on their teeth which are evidence of dental floss or dental picks wearing the enamel.

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Saturday, September 4th, 2010 General No Comments

Wouldn’t Pain-Free Dental Care Be Wonderful?

Is there such a thing as pain free dental care? Supposedly there is but then again we have also all heard of pots of gold at the rainbow’s end, sasquatches, and unicorns. But could there be such a thing like pain-free dental care? Just imagine it, being able to take care of your tooth problems without excruciating pain!

Such a thing really is possible through today’s modern technology and research. Relaxation and communication, which you must contribute to, are key factors.

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Tuesday, August 17th, 2010 General No Comments

Tips for Dealing With Kid’s Dental Emergencies

Knowing how to proceed during a child’s dental emergency can not only save them pain, but it could save their teeth as well.

So while it is frightening to see your child in pain, with a mouth full of blood, just remember the following advice and you both will be fine.

Knocked Out Teeth: Kid’s Dental Emergencies

Let’s face it, kids can sometimes be anything but graceful. They lose teeth in a variety of ways.

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Sunday, August 8th, 2010 Education, General No Comments

Dental Health Lessons For Young Children

Good dental hygiene is important, and habits should start when a person is very young. This is where dental hygiene lessons for preschoolers come in. When a child learns these important behaviors very early on, they become routine throughout their lives.

It may be challenging to teach dental care to preschoolers. They care more about what their toothbrush looks like and what the tooth paste tastes like than anything else. But, it is possible with a little help from you to get them to focus.

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Tuesday, July 27th, 2010 Education, Prevention No Comments

Choosing the Best Dental Products for Kids

Choosing the best dental products for kids is often a battle between what works and what looks snazzy to a kid. You want fluoride fortified, extra cleansing toothpaste, and your kids want the one in the Sponge Bob package that takes like candy. Where do you draw the line at compromise?

Choosing the Best Toothpaste for Kids

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Thursday, July 8th, 2010 Prevention No Comments

Your Guide to Common Dental Terminology

If you are planning a visit to your dentist, or even if you are just curious about what all that chicken scratch in your dental chart means, you might be interested in brushing up on some common dental terminology. Here are some of the terms you may hear in the dentist’s office, along with their everyday definitions.

Dental Terminology

Abscess: An infection of a tooth, bone, or tissue.

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Thursday, June 10th, 2010 General No Comments

What You Need to Know About Dental Insurance

Good dental insurance is a lot like most other things in life, there are many policies available, but good ones are difficult to find. If your employer offers dental insurance, you may be wondering if it’s worth the cost and the hassle to sign up. The answer is generally yes, especially if you have children.

Determining the value of Dental Insurance

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Saturday, May 29th, 2010 Prevention No Comments

Dental Hygiene Tips for Kids

Getting your kids to take an interest in good dental hygiene can be a challenge. Brushing and flossing just aren’t as interesting as that cartoon on TV, mom’s make up, or that kickball begging for some attention. 

Kids consume large quantities of sugary snacks every day like fruit juices, popsicles, jelly, and cereal. These high-sugar foods all pose a threat to your child’s good dental health. Here are a few tips to help you get your child to make dental hygiene a priority.

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Monday, May 24th, 2010 Prevention No Comments
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