TweetChoosing the right dentist can be harder than you think. There are many things you must consider when comparing dentists and dental offices. The dentist with the cheapest service or flashiest advertisement isn’t going to be the best option for you and your teeth. There are several signs to look for when reviewing a potential [...]
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TweetAt Bedford Dental Group, we know it’s hard to find a dentist you can trust. Many people develop anxiety when they think about a dentist trip, so finding a trustworthy dentist can be very important. When you’re comfortable with your dentist and the office’s staff, the anxiety will subside and you can have a pleasant [...]
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TweetWith so many toothpastes available, it’s hard to decide which one to buy. Many companies have over 50 kinds of pastes while some only make one or two. This doesn’t make choosing a toothpaste any easier because of all the options. So which kind of toothpaste is right for your teeth? Fluoride Toothpaste – Many [...]
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Posted in Conditions, Diseases, Oral Care on May 29th, 2009
TweetIf your gums bleed while your brushing or flossing your teeth, it can be due to several different reasons or conditions. Some are more serious than others, but bleeding gums should not be ignored. It could be a sign for a serious condition or it might just be because you are brushing too hard. No [...]
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Posted in General Dentistry, Oral Care on May 13th, 2009
TweetMany dentists agree that flossing is more important than brushing your teeth. Flossing allows you to reach the parts of your teeth that a regular toothbrush can’t access. It cleans out the bacteria and plaque that can hide and grow in your mouth. The two most important factors of flossing are when you floss and [...]
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TweetThere are a few types of anesthesia your dentist can give you during a procedure. Depending on your specific condition and treatment, a different type of anesthesia will be administered. You could receive local anesthesia or sedation and general anesthesia. These anesthetics will help give you a pleasant, pain-free procedure while you’re awake or asleep. [...]
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Posted in Conditions, Diseases on May 13th, 2009
TweetGlossitis is inflammation or infection of the tongue. It can cause the tongue to change color and swell. Your tongue can appear smoother because the papillae have been lost, the small projections on the tongue that contain taste buds. If the cause of inflammation is removed, Glossitis can heal properly. The symptoms of Glossitis include: [...]
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Posted in Conditions, Treatments on May 13th, 2009
TweetDry socket, a more common term for alveolar osteitis, is a painful condition that affects the site of the tooth extraction. It occurs when a blood clot does not form properly or is dislodged. This happens after certain procedures such as getting your wisdom teeth pulled. Pain is always common after a tooth extraction procedure. [...]
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TweetA gingival graft, also called gum graft, is a procedure that covers exposed tooth root using grafted oral tissue from other regions of the mouth. Your teeth are surrounded by pink gingival and mucosa tissue. The tissue forms a barrier to protect the tooth from bacteria and the gingival acts as protection during certain things [...]
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Posted in Conditions, Oral Care on May 13th, 2009
TweetAlthough oral piercings have become very popular over the years, most people aren’t aware of the dental problems that can occur by getting your lip, tongue, or cheek pierced. The piece of jewelry itself serves as a new home for bacteria to grow which can lead to infection. Not only can the piece of jewelry [...]
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