SMITH DENTAL CENTER
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1) With such a huge variety of toothpaste available, does it matter which brand I use? My grandma just used baking soda;what's best?
A. The kind of toothpaste that you choose to use is fairly insignificant. It is the process of mechanically removing food particles off the surface of the teeth that is most important. Allowing food particles to remain on the surface of your teeth is what allows the process of tooth decay to begin. What's good about commercial toothpaste is that most of them contain a mild abrasive which helps remove plaque. Now about your grandmother's idea. She was absolutely correct. In fact mixing your baking soda with a 3% solution of hydrogen peroxide before brushing could help you maintain excellent dental health for your entire life. Before you get over the fact that it doesn't taste as good as fudge sundae the benefits begin. Not only is the baking soda a mild abrasive, the sodium bicarbonate will neutralize the acids that cause cavities. Additionally the sodium will also reduce periodontal inflammation improving the health of your gums. The 3% hydrogen peroxide solution will penetrate the gums killing the bacteria that leads to gum disease.
2) One of the main reasons I haven't gone to the dentist regularly is because I'm scared. I really want to make the appointment; what do you suggest that might relax me?
A. Well the most important thing you need to know is that you're not alone. I am amazed at the number of people who are scared to death of being in a dental chair. Most of the reasons for people's apprehension are purely psychological although some are justifiable through past dental experiences, especially if your first office visit took place during the 1950's or 1960's when the quality of rotary instruments and anesthetics were not nearly as good as they are today. In today's dentistry we have anesthetic patches than can replace the shot and rotary instruments that spin so fast that the grinding is over before you know it. Although today's dentistry is much more pleasant than it was just 20 years ago, a mild sedative can be prescribed by your dentist for those patients who can't get themselves to relax. And by all means let your dentist know that you don't like going to the dentist. He's only heard this a thousand times and will probably go out of his way to make you feel comfortable.
3)Modern Ways to Achieve the Perfect Smile
Everyone desires to have a great smile. For a killer smile, one should have sparkling, bright, and shiny teeth.
Teeth whitening had been an effective procedure to lighten the color of the teeth, without taking away any of the tooth surface. It will not completely whiten the whole set of teeth; it will just lighten the existing color of the teeth.
Our teeth can also be stained on the outer part because of the food and drink. Coffee, tea, blackcurrant and red wine have effect on the discoloration of our teeth. Smoking is another cause of teeth discoloration. Most people may encounter staining beneath the surface which is caused by tiny cracks in the teeth or certain antibiotics that absorb the stains.
Teeth whitening treatments and procedures
Bleaching. This is most common form of teeth whitening procedure. Your dentist will advice you if this is the best teeth whitening treatment suitable for you.
Bleaching is done by placing a gel or rubber to shield the soft tissue of your gums. Then, the whitening product will be applied on your teeth by using a special
Laser Whitening. This is also called the “power whitening”. Though expensive, a lot of people especially artists consider it as the best teeth whitening method.
During this process, a rubber dam is placed over your teeth to shield the gums, and the whitening product is then painted on your teeth. A laser will be used to stimulate the chemical. The light will help boost the chemical reaction of the bleaching product, thus the color change can be attained more rapidly.
These are just two of the famous and best teeth whitening methods available. Despite the fact that they may cost a lot, the effect is still worth it. Through these methods, you’ll surely flash everyone a perfect smile.
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