Why Thumb Sucking Is A Problem For Your Child's Teeth

Posted on: 28 June 2016

In many cases, babies suck their thumbs even before they are born. For babies that need comfort after birth, it is advisable to use a pacifier since it is much easier to control. Thumb sucking is a much harder habit to break as you can't take your child's thumb away the same way you can take away his/her pacifier. Experts recommend that you should stop your child from sucking their thumb between the age of 2 and 4, if your child does not replace this coping mechanism with an alternative on his/her own.
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Osteoporosis And Oral Health: What You Need To Know

Posted on: 28 June 2016

Just how much is your body affected by osteoporosis? Is there an effect on your oral health? Naturally, it is important to understand the damage your osteoporosis could cause, so you can limit the side effects and protect your overall health. Here's all you need to know about osteoporosis and your oral health. Weakening Bones Osteoporosis is a condition that causes the bones to weaken. This affects the ability for the jaw to secure the teeth and gums.
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Why You Shouldn't Worry About A Dental Implant Surgery

Posted on: 8 June 2016

As with any surgery, you might be concerned about going in for an appointment for an implant surgery. However, there are several reasons why you really shouldn't be worried about having a dental implant surgery and why you shouldn't expect the experience to be painful. You will be happy with the results because dental implants look natural and can last a long time. The Dental Implant Procedure Is Not A Major Surgery
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Popular Cosmetic Dental Procedures

Posted on: 20 May 2016

Cosmetic dentistry is a very popular field, since it offers individuals a way to improve their smile quickly. Cosmetic dentistry can be quite costly, but that isn't necessarily always the case, since some procedures are more expensive than others. To help you decide if cosmetic dentistry is a good fit for you, here are some of the most popular procedures: Whitening The main advantage that whitening has over other procedures is that professionally whitening your teeth will only cost you around $500-$700 on average.
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