2014

Who's Afraid Of The Big Bad Dentist? Overcoming Children's Fears Creatively

Dentist Blog

Whether it's irrational or based on a previous experience, many children feel very real fear at the thought of going to the dentist. If you know why your child is afraid, you have an advantage because you can address the specific issue, but many parents have no idea why their child seems so terrified. Sometimes you just have to get really creative to help your child overcome their fears.  Star in a bedtime story

15 December 2014

3 Alarmingly Weird Pregnancy Symptoms

Dentist Blog

When a woman is expecting, her body becomes a weird and wonderful entity. Before you even feel that first movement of your baby, you may begin to feel that your body is no longer your own. Some things are commonly known, discussed and expected: fatigue, morning sickness, food cravings, increased vaginal discharge, etc. However, other bewildering symptoms may cause a woman to wonder if her body is crumbling to pieces. The following three peculiar pregnancy symptoms are no need to worry; they are perfectly normal but definitely don't fit that "

12 December 2014

How To Deal With Temporomandibular Disorder

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Are you dealing with temporomandibular disorder (TMJ)? If so, you definitely understand the pain and frustration it can cause. TMJ can keep you from doing some of the things that you normally do. So how do you deal with it? Many people have found some natural ways to ease the symptoms. This post will explain what TMJ is and give you some practical things you can do to lessen the effects of TMJ.

12 December 2014

2 Orthodontic Myths You May Believe

Dentist Blog

Modern medical science has progressed to a point where cosmetic problems can be corrected through the use of braces. Unfortunately, there are a couple of myths about orthodontic treatments that many people make the critical mistake of believing. If you're a parent and have a child that might need orthodontic care, read on. Myth: It's Simple to Determine if Treatments Are Needed There are many orthodontic problems that are easy to spot.

11 December 2014

Crooked, Broken, Or Misshapen Teeth? Cosmetic Dentists Have The Cure

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If you have a smile that you don't love to show off, see a cosmetic dentist so you can grin with pride. A cosmetic dentist can help you with a variety of dental woes, from crooked or misshaped teeth, to chips and damages. Cosmetic specialists are both dental surgeons and orthodontic specialists, and they can give you the smile that you need to be confident. Here are a few common problems they should be able to fix for you.

10 December 2014

Tooth Gems Have Potential Dangers

Dentist Blog

If you're considering getting a tooth gem adhered to one of your teeth, be aware of how weak the adhesive might be. It should be strong enough to hold the gem on there without interference. However, it's also weak enough so that you could remove it with dental floss. While that sounds harmless, it does mean that you'll have to be very careful with the gem. Not Worry-Free Tooth gems are small rhinestone-like decorations that dentists can adhere to your teeth.

10 December 2014