Potentially Confusing Terms Your Dentist May Use When Discussing Your Dental Implants
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9 April 2015
While most patients pull through the process of having dental implants put into place perfectly fine, it is a surgical procedure. Thus, it's important that you understand what your dentist says to you regarding the procedure, how it will be performed, and what you can expect after surgery. Dentists are human, too, and sometimes they forget that their patients are not as knowledgeable about medicine and dental care as they are.
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Treatment Options When Your Child Has Dubreuil-Chambardel Syndrome
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23 March 2015
Dubreuil-Chambardel syndrome is a genetic condition that causes dental cavities and decay in the upper front teeth. Symptoms appear in mid- to late-teenagers and a failure to treat the problem quickly can cause the decay to spread to neighboring teeth. If left untreated too long, it might become necessary to extract the affected teeth.
What are the treatment options when your child has Dubreuil-Chambardel syndrome? They vary according to how quickly treatment is started after onset.
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3 Strategies to Encourage Children to Brush Their Teeth
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5 March 2015
As a parent, you are the most important person in your child's world. You are their playmate, their teacher, and their protector. Taking care of your child's health is a top priority. As your child ages, it becomes more important than ever to impart upon them how important it is to take care of their oral health. Here are three strategies to encourage good oral hygiene practices for your kids.
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Getting Your Child Ready For The Dentist's Office And Overcoming Fear
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20 February 2015
If your child is nervous to go to the dentist, there are many things that you can do as a parent to make the experience a good one. There is no way to get around the fact that a trip to the dentist might involve some less-than-fun exams and procedures. Even though going to the dentist can be scary, if your child is involved in the process these tips can help immensely.
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