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Important: Saving Your Gums and Teeth and Avoiding Very Expensive Dental Bills?

Written by bmlengel on April 1st, 2010

If you are concerned about the high cost of dental care and the almost complete lack of cost coverage – even when you have insurance – you are definitely not alone. One thing we should not overestimate is the importance of our dental health.
You may scarcely notice your teeth when everything is fine. However, when [...]

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Why Do Some People Get Broken Teeth?

Written by bmlengel on December 27th, 2009

There is an incredible misconception that you must have broken and crumbled teeth and receding gums as a consequence of aging. Is this really the truth?
I remember a coworker who broke a tooth while eating. The tooth split in half on some morsel of food that may or may not have been very hard. Even [...]

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Should I Use Fluoride or Not?

Written by bmlengel on November 28th, 2009

It is quite amazing when you stop to consider all of the different ideas and notions about proper dental care. These seemingly conflicting theories leave the patient - or more accurately - the consumer, in a sea of bewilderment most of the time.
For instance, is fluoride in mouthwash and toothpaste good or bad? Many dental [...]

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Prevention is Better Than Cure and Always Has Been…

Written by bmlengel on November 15th, 2009

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There more I hear from people interested in the hydro floss, the more impressed I am. I have my own experience with this device as well and I’m very happy with what it can do in regards to my dental health.
Many dentists are also recommending the hydro floss. This is because of the [...]

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Change is Needed in the Dental Care Industry

Written by bmlengel on October 20th, 2009

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Change is right around the corner. There are many things on the horizon. For example, they can regrow teeth if there is any root left alive. It has been done in a lab. But when will it be commercially available? Who knows?
Gum tissue can be grown in the lab from the patient’s own [...]

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What is Periodontal Disease?

Written by bmlengel on September 20th, 2009

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Periodontal Disease is actually the swelling of various tissues in your mouth. This actually leads to bone loss of your individual teeth and possible loss of the teeth all together. It is important to watch for signs or symptoms of periodontal disease. There are several different ways to go about preventing and treating periodontal [...]

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Prevent Periodontal Disease

Written by bmlengel on September 17th, 2009

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What is a Periodontal disease? It is a highly developed stage of gum and tissue inflammation. Your periodontist will be able to identify it on your periodical visits. After all you pay him big money to avoid losing your teeth. But besides your dentist, you could invest in a hydro floss, which should not [...]

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Is There a Better Way to Treat Gingivitis?

Written by bmlengel on September 14th, 2009

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The symptoms and treatment of gingivitis is such that it could be handled by any individual regardless of your financial status. Very many people get concerned when they begin to notice the symptoms but are not informed about how to treat it. Let us get it straight first; gingivitis is associated with the inflammation [...]

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The Consequences of Gingivitis Left Untreated…

Written by bmlengel on September 9th, 2009

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Dentists agree that gum disease is one of the most horrible oral ailments that a person can acquire. It is a terrible disease that if left untreated can result in many horrible side effects including: bleeding gums, soreness, decay, and tooth loss. Additionally, a person who leaves their gum disease untreated can ultimately die [...]

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Should You Use Dental Tape Or Dental Floss?

Written by bmlengel on September 9th, 2009

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Whether you decide to use dental tape or dental floss, using one or the other is importanl to your oral health. Flossing and using tape will help to keep your teeth and gums healthy. This can work to prevent or help end gum disease such as gingivitis and the more advanced periodontitis. The latter [...]

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