Oral Healthcare News and Tips
What To Do If A Dental Crown Breaks Or Falls Out
A dental crown is a very common dental restoration. A crown helps to restore the functionality, size, shape, and look of a tooth that has been damaged or is misshapen. Dental crowns are also used to protect teeth after having a root canal performed, and can also be used to close gaps between teeth. What […]
Read MoreHow Stress Can Impact Your Oral Health
Stress is very common in today’s busy world. Life can be stressful and unexpected and, whether you’re prone to anxiety or your current situation is causing you to be stressed, this can have a negative impact on your dental and overall health. If we are unable to adequately control our stress levels, we will begin […]
Read MorePotentially Dangerous Complications Of A Tooth Infection
If you’ve ever had a tooth infection, you know how painful they can be and that they can put your tooth at risk. However, if an infection is left untreated long enough, it can become very dangerous for your health and may even be life-threatening. Tooth Infection A tooth infection, sometimes called a tooth abscess, […]
Read MoreQuestions To Consider Asking Your Dentist At Your Next Appointment
Here at Littleton Implants & Periodontics, we put an emphasis on patient education. To get the most out of your next trip to your general dentist for a regular cleaning and exam, there are a few questions you can ask. The more educated you are about your oral health, the better you’ll be able to […]
Read MoreDry Mouth, Women, And The Link Between Them
Women who are going through menopause are at a much higher risk of developing dry mouth than at any other point during their lives. This may not sound like a big deal, but dry mouth can cause a number of dental problems. It’s no coincidence that women going through menopause are a higher risk of […]
Read MoreWhy Wisdom Teeth May Need To Be Removed
Your wisdom teeth begin to come in during the late teens or early twenties. Wisdom teeth, which are also known as the third molars, are the last set of teeth to emerge. If your wisdom teeth grew in properly and are correctly aligned in the mouth, they won’t cause a problem. However, wisdom teeth are […]
Read MoreDealing With Sensitive Teeth
Tooth sensitivity can be painful and difficult to deal with. This condition causes pain and sensitivity in one or more of your teeth, especially when the teeth are exposed to sugar, hot or cold temperatures, or even cool air. Many patients describe the pain of tooth sensitivity as being sudden and sharp. Causes Of Sensitive […]
Read MoreKids And Caffeine
Kids are drinking less and less soda with every passing year, which is great news! However, even though kids are drinking less soda, they’re ingesting increasing amounts of caffeine. In fact, around 75% of U.S. kids are consuming some form of caffeine every day. This can be blamed on increased coffee consumption among children as […]
Read MoreConsequences Of Skipping The Floss
Flossing can be quite a chore for some people. It takes a little extra time, it can be difficult to reach the back teeth, and it may even hurt if your gums aren’t used to it. However, it’s still an absolutely essential part of your daily at-home oral hygiene routine. Here at Littleton Implants & […]
Read MoreThings To Avoid While Undergoing Orthodontic Treatment
The longer you wear your braces, the more you’ll come to understand what you can and cannot do while wearing them. However, until you’re used to them, your orthodontist will provide you with a list of things you should avoid during your orthodontic treatment. This list is designed to prevent you from causing yourself pain, […]
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