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When Your Body Attacks Your Teeth: Combating Autoimmune Dental Problems

One of the things I wasn't prepared for when diagnosed with an autoimmune disease was how that condition would affect my teeth. I've always had strong, healthy teeth throughout my entire life. Within a few years of my autoimmune conditions developing, I began to struggle heavily with tooth decay, gum inflammation, and other problems. I had no idea the antibodies in my system could attack my teeth too. After working with my dentist, I found ways to help slow the progression and protect my teeth. I hope that the information I share here helps others to protect and strengthen their teeth against the havoc from autoimmune conditions.

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2 Oral Care Tips To Follow During Pregnancy To Ensure A Healthy Baby

Posted on August 28, 2015

Good oral hygiene during pregnancy is very important. With the relatively recent discoveries on how tooth decay, gum disease, and oral infections can affect your entire body, including your heart, it only makes sense that oral problems can also affect your developing fetus. Most doctors now urge patients to keep their mouths healthy during pregnancy, and here are two oral hygiene tips to follow while pregnant. 1. Use a Bacteria Killing Mouth Rinse if You Have Gum Disease [Read More]

How To Find Free Or Low Cost Emergency Dental Care

Posted on August 11, 2015

A dental emergency can mean many things. If your tooth has come out of your mouth, if part of your tooth has broken off, if your mouth is causing you excruciating pain, if your face is starting to swell; these are all examples that constitute a dental emergency. If you are experiencing any of the above symptoms, you need to see a dentist right away. But if you don't have dental insurance, you may put off seeing a dentist until you can't stand the pain any longer or you are faced with a life threatening infection. [Read More]

3 Ways To Keep Your Teeth Whiter After Professional Whitening Services

Posted on July 27, 2015

On average, it costs around $650 to get your teeth professionally whitened. If you feel this is a good investment, you should go for it; however, you may also want to take the right steps afterwards to ensure that the results are long-lasting. Here are three things you should consider doing after professional teeth whitening to keep your teeth whiter for longer. Be Cautious With What You Consume The foods and beverages you consume are one of the leading causes of stains on teeth. [Read More]

Turn That Frown Upside Down- Learn How To Temporarily Replace A Crown

Posted on July 2, 2015

If a crown comes loose from one of your teeth, you can temporarily cover the damaged area until you are able to be seen by a dentist. After doing so, you won't experience pain when eating or drinking hot or cold items, and you will be spared from embarrassment if the tooth that is missing a crown is near the front of your mouth. Use The Following Materials dental pick mirror salt warm water ice pack rubber gloves dental putty applicator gauze scissors Inspect Your Tooth And Alleviate Pain [Read More]