At Blue Ocean Dentistry, we offer a wide range of dental services, including preventative care, restorative treatments, and cosmetic procedures, to cater to the unique needs of our female patients. We know that a beautiful smile can boost a woman’s (and anyone else’s) confidence and help them feel great.
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However, teeth whitening is not a permanent solution. The effects of the treatment can last anywhere from a few months to a few years, depending on your diet and oral hygiene habits. Therefore, it’s important to take proper care of your teeth to maintain their white shade. Here are some professional suggestions for maintaining a bright, white smile:
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Dental implants are more durable and longer lasting than bridges and false teeth. Made of strong metal (titanium), they can last for many years without replacement. Moreover, oral and health problems rarely affect implants. On the other and, gum disease and tooth decay pose issues relative to bridges.
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If you experience any of these symptoms, see a dentist or doctor as soon as possible. Early detection is key to successful treatment of oral cancer. In addition to practicing good dental hygiene, there are several other steps you can take to reduce your risk of oral cancer.
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Chocolate is a better choice than sticky or hard candies like caramels or lollipops, which can get stuck in between teeth or cause teeth to crack. Chocolate also tends to melt quickly in the mouth, which means it spends less time in contact with teeth and is less likely to cause damage.
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Dental pockets refer to the space between the teeth and gums where bacteria can accumulate. These pockets can deepen over time, leading to gum disease, tooth loss, and other health problems. A healthy pocket depth ranges between one and three millimeters. Anything deeper than three millimeters can indicate the presence of gum disease.
Dental work is an important part of your health and wellness, so you should consider the cost before deciding on treatment options! Your dentist is a licensed professional who has invested many years in school and training as well as quality instruments and equipment. You might be able to find a bargain basement professional who graduated at the bottom of his class (after all, someone did). But is that who you want to trust for your dental health?
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Artificial intelligence has the potential to help dentists make more accurate diagnoses and improve efficiency, while reducing costs for patients. AI can help identify patterns in data that humans may not be able to see or want to see.
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National Dental Hygiene Month encourages adults and children to increase awareness about oral health. Regular oral care and routine dental visits are a great way to keep bacteria away and decreases the risk of developing tooth decay, gum disease, and even tooth loss.
The Tooth Fairy herself has been a part of popular culture for many years. Also, most agree that she originated in early European folklore. Therefore, parents buried their children’s baby teeth in the ground,.
