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Fear of dentists can impact kids’ dental hygiene negatively. As a parent, you can help your kids overcome their fears using these tips. A trip to the dentist is always a different experience for each kid. Some become anxious and have many questions about the procedures, while others retreat in silence due to fear from …
Contact the Dental Anesthesia Center for all your teeth whitening and dental needs. We are here to help restore your smile and enhance your confidence. Your teeth are the first thing someone notices when you talk or smile. Unfortunately, they are delicate and prone to staining and discoloration. This tends to negatively impact one’s self-esteem …
A toothache can be caused for several reasons. Contact the Dental Anesthesia Center today for diagnosis and treatment. Toothaches! They’re unbearable and one of the most common reasons people go to the dentist. But just like any other pain, toothaches result from an illness or event. And this leads us to the question: what conditions …
Even with regular brushing and flossing, some people can’t seem to sidestep cavities regardless of how disciplined they are with their oral hygiene regimen. Proper oral hygiene and dental habits are imperative for strong, healthy teeth and gums. That’s why dentists recommend brushing and flossing your teeth twice every day or after every meal. Unfortunately, …
Studies show a link between gum disease and Alzheimer’s development in older adults. Did you know that people suffering from gum disease for 10 years or more are 70% more likely to get Alzheimer’s disease at some point in their lives? A study by Alzheimer’s Research and Therapy that closely studied 25,000 patients over 50 …
Unfortunately, thumb-sucking can negativly affect on your child’s oral health, particularly teeth development. Thumb-sucking seems like a harmless habit common in most children, especially below the age of 7. Between 75% to 95% of all infants suck their thumb, but sometimes the habit may spill into adulthood. In case you didn’t know, thumb-sucking is an …