Mom’s Help Kids Have Healthy Relationship with Going to the Dentist

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Mother’s Day recently passed, and you likely took some time to reflect and celebrate the woman that raised you. Moms have a special way about them. They know what to say when times are hard. They’re on the top of our list when we have good news to share.  You may even still find yourself calling mom when you’re sick or sad because of the way she soothes you.

Do you remember your mom teaching you to brush and floss your at Dental Associates of Corona will talk about a British study that highlights the importance of a mother’s efforts to instill good oral hygiene practices in their offspring. (more…)

Fluoride Study Provides Interesting Information to Explain Effectiveness

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Fluoride is something that you probably get a lot more of than you realize. If you drink and cook with your tap water, the supply is most likely fluoridated. Children generally get multiple fluoride treatments over the years of early preventive dental care. Temecula dentists at the Oasis Family Dental will share with you how the ACS journal Langumir recently printed new information about fluoride. This study shows that the strengthening aspects of fluoride might not be the main reason that the compound helps fight tooth decay.

Super Enamel

Tooth enamel is already the hardest substance in your body. In fact, enamel is so hard, it’s actually the second strongest compound in the entire world. How can something that hard ever be softened (more…)

Frequently Asked Questions About Cosmetic Braces

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at Riverside Dental Group will answer frequently asked questions about the ever popular invisible alignment system, Invisalign – a cosmetic solution to braces.

FAQs About Cosmetic Braces

Q1. What dental problems constitute orthodontics?

A1. There are many reasons that a patient might opt for orthodontics. Poor spacing, over-crowded teeth, cross-bites, under-bites, and/or over-bites are all potential reasons for straightening teeth for a better cosmetic appearance and better overall dental health.

Q2. Better overall dental health? How do braces help that? (more…)

Moreno Valley Dentists Say Flouride is the Way to Battle Tooth Decay

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would like to tell you more about preventive measures you can take to prevent cavities, including fluoride.

Cavities Explained

A cavity is a space in your teeth caused by bacteria that has literally eaten away at the dentin (which makes up the bulk of each tooth). Cavities are usually not visible to the naked eye – not at first, anyway. Some people might notice a black spot in the middle of the affected tooth. Cavities can form in any tooth that has softened tooth enamel and has been exposed to certain bacteria. Your enamel is the outer layer of teeth and it is extremely hard and designed to protect from decay. When you eat or drink acidic or sugary foods, your enamel won’t be as strong. Poor dental hygiene and lack of dental care will seal the deal on likely cavities in your future. However, there is one element that can help you fight harder: fluoride.

Fluoride is Your Friend

The obvious way to take care of your teeth is to brush and floss twice-a-day. Make sure you use a fluoridated toothpaste, and possibly a germ killing mouthrinse. If your tap water supply is safe to drink, it is also likely infused with fluoride, so try to drink plenty of it. Not only will the fluoride strengthen your tooth enamel and make it slippery to bacteria, but the water will keep your salivary glands working properly, and assist them in the job of washing bacteria out of your mouth throughout the day.

Schedule a Checkup with Your Moreno Valley Dentist

To keep your teeth healthy, be sure to visit your dentists in Moreno Valley for a checkup and cleaning. We can also help with any of your general dentistry needs. To schedule an appointment at our Moreno Valley, CA dentist office  contacting us at (951) 697-6800. Located in the 92533 area, we proudly serve patients from Moreno Valley and all surrounding communities.

How Much Do You Know About Fluoride? Try this Quiz

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Fluoride is synonymous with taking care of your teeth. You can find it in most toothpastes and mouthwashes available at any store. Children who aren’t getting sufficient fluoride are usually offered supplemental tablets and fluoride treatments by their dentist as an extra preventive measure. Fluoride has the ability to strengthen teeth internally and topically. Corona dentists at Dental Associates of Corona will challenge you to a quiz on fluoride.

Questions

Q1. True or False – Fluoride is a man-made chemical additive. (more…)

Temecula Dentists Describe Toothaches and How to Relieve Them

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Toothaches have so many possible causes. Some are obvious, involving direct injury or infection of the tooth in question. Other problems near the teeth can mimic toothaches, such as sinus infections and deviated septums. Today, your Temecula dentists at the Oasis Family Dental will explain some potential causes of toothaches, and an unusual potential pain relief.

Common Toothache Causes

Cavities can be tiny and symptom free, or deep and well into the roots of your teeth. Bacteria are in your mouth by the thousands, and all sorts of infections can occur to teeth and gum tissues. Tooth abscesses happen when infection goes too far and is localized in one spot that resembles a pimple on your gums. Gingivitis (early gum disease) usually has no symptoms of physical (more…)

Strep Throat? Should You Throw Away Your Toothbrush?

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Everyone knows the discomfort of dreading every single swallow when you have a terrible, piercing, stabbing sore throat. Common wisdom dictates that you should throw your toothbrush away (or replace your electric toothbrush head) if you’ve had a significant illness. The fact is, bacteria can grow on toothbrushes. However, one particularly unpleasant illness – strep throat – was recently studied, and to the surprise of scientists, dentists, and probably your own well-meaning mother, you probably don’t need to replace a toothbrush after a bout with strep. Riverside dentists at Riverside Dental Group, will tell you more about this fascinating research. (more…)

You’ve Chipped a Tooth? Riverside, CA Dentist Gives Advice

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There are many different ways that you can chip a tooth. Accidents happen. You might get hit by an external source at such a high velocity that your tooth can’t withstand the impact. You may bite down on something hard at just the wrong angle. If your teeth are not healthy, and suffer from internal decay, you’ll be at an even higher risk for breaking a tooth. If this should happen, your Riverside, CA dentists at Riverside Dental Group can help repair the problem. (more…)