Teeth from Birth to Adulthood Baby TeethA child's mouth contains 20 temporary teeth, called primary teeth, baby teeth, or deciduous teeth, consisting of the following teeth types:4 second molars4 first molars4 cuspids (also called canine or eye teeth)4 lateral incisors4 central inci...
Cavity Prevention Tips for Preschoolers Providing proper care and oral hygiene during preschool years can mean a lifetime of good oral health. Research shows that children who develop cavities in their baby teeth are more likely to develop cavities as an adult. So how can a parent determi...
Nutrition Tips Following a proper and nutritious diet not only helps keep your body healthy, but your mouth as well. Nutrition plays an important role in the health and cleanliness of your teeth, gums and mouth. Limit Soda, Coffee and AlcoholAlthough these beverages contain a h...
Dental bonding can be an economical solution for stained, broken, or chipped teeth and other minor cosmetic dentistry issues.Have a chipped, broken, or stained tooth? Dental bonding can make it look like new again without causing too much damage to your budget. Bonding is a relatively inexpensive wa...
Diabetes and Dental Health How can diabetes affect my mouth?Too much glucose also called sugar, in your blood from diabetes can cause pain, infection, and other problems in your mouth. Your mouth includes your teeth your gums your jaw tissues such as your tongue, the roof an...
Experts say that your oral health could clue you in to the condition of your heart. Here's what you should know about the links between your teeth, gums, and ticker.You brush, floss, and follow all your dentist's commandments for healthy teeth and gums. But did you know that those mouth-healthy habi...