Most people don't know it, but that daily cup of joe can be quite problematic for your teeth. If you drink enough coffee and don't take the steps necessary to protect your teeth, coffee can lead to problems down the road, like staining and cavities. Here's what you need to know about your daily cup of coffee, how it's impacting your smile, and what you can do to get back to your old appearance.
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Dental fillings typically last for many years, but they are not indestructible and don't they last forever. Thus, there may come a time when you have no option but to replace your dental fillings. Here are some of the circumstances under which you should consider replacing your dental fillings.
The Fillings Are Discolored
Dental fillings are typically designed to match the color of your natural teeth. This is great since it helps the fillings blend in with your teeth so that no one can immediately tell you have fillings.
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Many children suffer from obstructive sleep apnea, which can cause loud snoring and episodes of breathing cessation during sleep. Obesity, adenoid problems, and acid reflux disease are risk factors for sleep apnea; however, dental problems may also raise the risk. Here are some ways pediatric gum disease can worsen sleep apnea in your child, and what you can do about it:
Bacterial Tonsil Infections
Gum disease is caused by infection-causing bacteria that can spread to your child's tonsils and pharynx.
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If your child becomes anxious even at the children's dental office, then the practitioner may be unable to effectively complete the treatment. While a pediatric dental staff is experienced in calming a child's fear of the dentist, there are some strategies you should consider before your child's appointment. Here are some things you can do at home to help reduce your child's anxiety before they get into the dentist's chair.
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Not too long ago, getting a dental bridge meant that you would have to secure a metal ring around one or two teeth and create a fake crown to fit the gap where the missing tooth used to be. These crowns tended to be permanent, with no way of hiding the fact that there was metal around one or two of the neighboring teeth. Two major advancements have occurred since that first type of bridge, and you may prefer one of them to the traditional bridge.
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