STRUGGLING  WITH  DENTAL  PROBLEMS?

HERE ARE YOURSOLUTIONS

Many  people  are  afraid  of  visiting  the  dentist;  

However,  most  of  these  fears  are  based  upon  old  concepts  of  dentistry.

There  are  several  methods  that  are  used  these  days  to  lessen  pain  and  discomfort.

For  children,  family  dentists  and  pediatric  dentists  are  specially  trained  to  put  children’s  fears  at  ease.  

Consider  these  solutions to  the  most  common  dental  issues.

BAD  BREATH

Most  people  that  suffer  from  halitosis  do  so  because  of  a  dental  condition.

Bad  breath  can  be  caused  by:

Dry  mouth

Gum  disease

Cavities

Bacteria  on  the  tongue

Many  people  opt  for  mouthwash  and  mints,  but  these  solutions  are  short-­‐lived.

Visiting  a  dentist  can  help  to  get  at  the  root  of  the  problem  to  effectively  treat  it.

TEETH  WHITENING

Among  one  of  the  most  sought-­‐after  procedures  is  teeth  whitening.  Teeth  can  incur  intrinsic  and  extrinsic  stains.

Extrinsic  stains  can  be  relatively  easy  to  remedy  with  at-­‐home  methods  of  teeth  whitening;  however,  this  depends  on  their  severity.

Intrinsic  stains  can  be  especially  difficult  to  impossible  to  whiten  without  the  help  of  a  dentist.

Because  of  years  of  staining,  it  can  be  difficult  to  ascertain  whether  stains  are  intrinsic  or  extrinsic.  A  dentist  will  know  for  sure.  

With  a  dentist,  teeth  whitening  can  occur  effectively  in  less  than  an  hour.  It  can  take  weeks  of  at-­‐home  methods  to  accomplish  what  a  dentist  can  do  in  an  hour.

TOOTH  DECAY

Many  people  get  cavities.  However,  very  few  people  know  that  everyone  gets  cavities  at  different  rates.

Some  people  have  thicker  saliva  than  others.  While  remaining  hydrated  affects  how  thick  saliva  is,  it  is  not  the  only  reason.

People  have  different  saliva  because  of  genetics.  The  thicker  the  saliva,  the  more  likely  a  person  is  to  develop  plaque  and  tartar.

Some  people  can  get  by  with  brushing  twice  a  day  while  others  have  to  brush  more  frequently.

To  be  safe:Brush  three  times  a  day.

Floss  frequently.

Visit  a  dentist  to  fill  cavities  before  they  get  worse.

TOOTH  EROSION

Another  downside  to  trying  at-­‐home  methods  of  teeth  whitening  is  tooth  erosion.  

However,  there  are  other  causes  of  tooth  erosion.

Anytime  anyone  drinks  or  eats  something  acidic,  it  eats  at  the  outer  portion  of  the  teeth.

People  end  up  experiencing  a  greater  amount  of  sensitivity  and  incur  other  problems,  such  as  teeth  stains  and  cavities.

Swish  water  around  the  mouth  after  eating  and  drinking.  

ü Swish  water  around  the  mouth  after  eating  and  drinking.  

ü Avoid  brushing  or  flossing  immediately  after  eating  or  drinking  to  prevent  further  erosion.

LESS-­‐THANPERFECT  SMILES

Some  people  are  troubled  by  their  smiles.  

Whether  their  teeth  are  crooked  or  are  otherwise  unsightly,  there  are  methods  for  correcting  a  less-­‐than-­‐perfect  smile.

Visiting  an  orthodontist  can  help  to  align  teeth;  

However,  many  people  opt  for  veneers.

Cosmetic  dentists  frequently  help  people  with  full  or  partial  veneers.

Veneers  are  placed  on  the  exterior  of  the  teeth  and  can  help  adjust  the  appearance  of  teeth  that  are  discolored,  missing  or  are  out  of  place.

Once  dental  problems  are  addressed,  maintaining  a  healthy  mouth  becomes  the  priority.

Do  this  by:

Regularly  visiting  a  dentist.Drinking  plenty  of  water.Chewing  sugarless  gum.Brushing  two  to  three  times  a  day.Flossing  the  same  amount  or  as  needed.

Problems  can  be  easily  fixed  these  days,  but  it’s  far  better  to  prevent  problems  from  occurring.

If  you  are  seeking  professional  dental  advice,  it's  time  to  call  Shumway  Dental  Care.

Their  Chandler  dentists will  ask  you  questions,  examine  you,  and  determine  exactly  what  needs  to  be  done  to  get  you  back  to  normal.

Call  today  for  an  appointment.  Visit  http://www.mychandlerdentists.com/.

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