First-aid kits can help protect you and your family in the event of an accidental injury, but what happens when it’s a dental emergency? After all, most premade sets are designed for external wounds. Don’t leave your oral health vulnerable in a dangerous situation. Here’s the gear you need to assemble your very own custom dental emergency kit.

Losing a dental crown can be an alarming experience, but occasionally it does happen. The good news is that in some cases, it can be an easy fix at your dentist’s office. If yours has fallen out, don’t panic. Here’s what you should do to protect your tooth and crown until you can be seen by your emergency dentist.

Migraines are extremely painful, and they can prevent you from doing even basic tasks. If you regularly suffer from them, you might do your best to avoid common triggers, such as certain smells, loud sounds, and bright lights. But did you know that the health of your jaw joint might also be contributing to your migraine attacks? This blog post explores the connection between TMJ disorder and migraines. It also sheds some light on how you might be able to find relief.

Your Invisalign aligners are supposed to fit your teeth like a glove. So, when they don’t, it can be a little alarming. After all, how can they work if they’re loose or popping off in the back? If this happens to you, don’t panic. While it is true that they shouldn’t be doing this, here are a few things to try if you notice them fitting loosely.

Bacteria love a habitat that is dark, damp, warm, and sheltered, and the human mouth provides such a place. Everyone’s mouth is home to teeming multitudes of oral bacteria, but there are certain measures a person can take to reduce the amounts of harmful germs that can cause oral infections. Here’s a guide to the bacteria that reside around your teeth, gums, and tongue, including how many there may be and how you can control their numbers.

Summer is the perfect time to indulge in a variety of delicious foods, and if you’ve had your tooth replaced with a dental implant, you’ll be able to enjoy them all the more. Dental implants are strong and sturdy, allowing patients to eat a much broader and more varied diet than they would be able to otherwise. Here are three summer foods that highlight this advantage:

Cosmetic dentistry is more popular than ever before, boosting smiles and confidence for patients all over the world. The American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry reports that demand for these procedures has doubled in the US over the last five years. Despite this, there are many myths about these treatments. Continue reading as we discuss and debunk four of the most common misconceptions about cosmetic dentistry.

Dental crowns are one of the most common methods of repairing damaged and broken teeth, and it’s easy to see why. They can be customized in any number of ways to ensure that they perfectly fit your smile, and more than that, elevate it.

An important aspect of that is the color-matching, where your dentist will select the particular shade that will be used for your restoration. This is obviously incredibly important, as a dental crown that isn’t well suited to the rest of your smile will stand out immediately.
So if you’re curious, here’s how a dentist tackles this important aspect of the reconstruction process.

A nutritious diet is essential for a healthy body, but did you know the foods you eat can also affect your smile? Your teeth are protected by the hardest substance in your body. Your enamel is stronger than some metals and is largely made of calcium, which is the most abundant mineral in your body. 99% of calcium is stored in your teeth and bones from the foods you consume. Unfortunately, half of the world’s population suffers from calcium deficiency, which can cause weak bones and teeth. Here’s how to ensure you’re getting enough calcium to keep your pearly whites strong and healthy.

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Veneers can turn the smile of your dreams into reality without requiring extensive dental work. They can address many imperfections at once using a minimally invasive method. Your stunning smile can last for a decade or more, but you must sacrifice some enamel. Don’t worry, it won’t compromise your teeth. Here’s how much enamel your dentist will need to shave off to create a picture-perfect smile.

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