Archive for the Lifestyle Category
Posted on November 23, 2009 by Dr. White
What is Intrinsic Tooth Staining?
Intrinsic tooth staining can either happen before tooth development or after tooth development. This staining is quite common and manifests in the form of enamel discoloration and reddish appearance in outer part of tooth.
Staining During Tooth Development
This staining occurs during the initial development of the teeth.
The main cause of this discoloration is attributed to the extra intake of fluoride during tooth development or intake of tetracycline medication, which also can cause discoloration of tooth. The antibiotics present in tetracycline medicine can react with the calcium hydroxyapatite crystals present in the enamel and cause damage to enamel, thus adding stain.
Posted on November 13, 2009 by Dr. White
Guidelines for Top Notch Nighttime Oral Care
Extreme significance should be placed on nighttime oral care, however the majority of the population are unaware of this. When we sleep we don’t swallow anything and saliva formation is slowed down drastically, nevertheless overnight is a long time period for a mouth to remain inactive.
The inactivity leads to growth of oral bacteria, and therefore, preserving nighttime oral hygiene is a solution for minimizing the development and cultivation of this unwanted bacteria.
Basic nighttime oral hygiene practices include:
- brushing
- flossing
- tongue scraping
- mouthwash
Posted on October 28, 2009 by Dr. White
You know living in a fast paced world it’s no surprise that more and more people are forgetting to do the little things. I’m not talking about leaving your keys in the fridge or forgetting to flush, what I’m talking about is the essence of social problems.
People who have this problem are usually easily spotted. This is because they are usually alone and unsure why they are being avoided. Of course this problem is none other than bad breath.
How to Fix Halitosis
Bad breath can be fixed pretty easily just by brushing regularly which too many people forget as it is, but that’s like just sticking to the basics, if you want to get advanced then you need to not only be brushing your teeth but whitening them as well.
Movie stars, the Beatles and your dentist. What do these all have in common? Those pearly whites that we all seem to care oh so much about but more often than not forget to take care of.
I’ve decided to make this quick list to help you guys understand the benefits of good dental hygiene and what some pearly whites can do for you.
Posted on October 13, 2009 by Dr. White
All-Natural Oral Care Products Are Best
Despite what television commercials and magazine ads expose, there is no regulation for the chemical content of toothpaste, mouthwash, or any other oral health care product use to battle gingivitis, gum diseases, or even bad breath.
Such advertisements and commercials mislead us, influencing us to believe that simply applying a particular chemical-composed mouthwash will fight oral disease and stained teeth.
It is the plant soaps, vitamins, vital oils, and herbal ingredients which can actually fight our tooth problems, offering the best treatment for gingivitis than any other high-claiming mouth care product can provide.
Though many people fail to make a link, but our teeth and gums have a significant effect on our overall health. Illnesses like gum issues, mercury fillings, and even tooth decay can have an adverse effect on your heath.
Posted on September 30, 2009 by Dr. White
Apply Dental Care in the All-Natural Way
Do you think that only using harsh chemicals and expensive treatments can battle gingivitis, tooth plaque or bad breath?
That’s just not true!
There are natural oral hygiene remedies that will assist in the battle against gum diseases both externally and internally if you apply them regularly.
You can keep your teeth white and healthy, and avoid bad breath by using some home remedy tips.
Let us discuss some of the most effective natural remedies for better dental care.
Posted on September 9, 2009 by Dr. White
To help answer some of your questions, we have listed and described the most common causes of tooth stains and tooth discoloration. Once we can understand what causes teeth to become discolored, we can reduce the amount of discoloration, as well as prevent staining.
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Oral hygiene – A lack of brushing and flossing – at least twice each day – can lead to a plaque build up on the teeth and under the gum tissue, which then hardens into tartar, giving the teeth a yellowish appearance.
Tooth enamel is porous, which means substances such as food, liquid, and tobacco, which left on the teeth too long, begin to sink into the inner layers of the teeth causing stains and discoloration.
A good oral hygiene routine not only reduces the risk of tooth decay and other dental problems, but it also reduces the number of foreign substances that can be absorbed into the enamel.
Posted on September 2, 2009 by Dr. White
Getting Whiter and Brighter Teeth
In a time where beauty reigns supreme, and ladies and gentlemen alike are giving more concern to their looks; we find that there are more and more aids to assist in looking and feeling better.
One of the methods we use to improve our overall appearance is teeth whitening. Teeth whiten is achieved through two primary methods: one is done by a dentist; the other can be done at home using over the counter products.
Visiting Your Dentist
It is very likely that your local dental office might employ laser bleaching to help you to get to your desired result.
The laser whitening system acts in a similar way to sandblasting; the laser excites a chemical compound that is placed on the teeth, and whitens the teeth with light or argon gas. The procedure generally takes about an hour and produces instant results however; this is likely to be the more costly method.
Posted on August 28, 2009 by Dr. White
Brighten Your Smile for Increased Success in Life
Few persons bother to take proper care of their teeth nowadays.
In an age when we are inundated with ads and promos about toothpastes and tooth whitening products, each claiming to be better than the next, hardly anybody bothers to think about the value of displaying a set of shiny, pearl-like teeth. And this is despite the fact that our teeth are some of the most important parts of our body.
Brushing Your Teeth Twice Daily Is Not Sufficient
There are countless times in a day when our teeth get exposed to, and attacked by, the harsh ingredients contained in the foods and drinks we consume. Add to this the nicotine stains deposited on smokers’ teeth and the coffee stains deposited on coffee drinker’s teeth.
These chemicals are ultimately quite dangerous for the enamel that protects our teeth.
Most of us feel that brushing our teeth twice a day is sufficient enough to keep them clean, but the big question is whether or not we should be doing something more.
