pH is a measure of the acidity or the alkalinity of water soluble substances. pH means the potential of Hydrogen. The value can be represented by a number between 1 to 14. A value of 7 is considered neutral. A number below 7 (neutral) means that the substance is going towards the acidic spectrum. A value of 1 is most acidic, while a value above 7 indicates the substance is increasing in alkalinity. A value of 14 is the most alkaline.
Improve Your Oral Health By Maintaining Optimum pH Levels
March 27, 2017
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Cold Remedies That Damage Teeth
March 20, 2017
We have all experienced a cold that just doesn’t seem to go away. The symptoms of a cold affects our mood, our social plans and our work productivity. As a result, we are willing to try almost anything type of remedy to get over a cold and its symptoms. Walk into any drug store or pharmacy and you are presented with a wide array of options to help you cope with your cold and cold symptoms.
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Benefits Of A Connective Tissue Graft
March 13, 2017
If your dentist or periodontist has told you that you need a gum graft or gum surgery, don’t panic. A connective tissue graft or CTG is a routine procedure that is necessary to treat gum recession and to prevent damage to teeth.
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Conquer Your Dental Fear With Sedation Dentistry
March 6, 2017
Dental fear may also be referred to as dental phobia or dental anxiety. A phobia is an extreme fear of an activity, situation or object. People with dental fear or phobia can avoid having routine dental care for a few months to many years. Because of this avoidance of the dentist or dental office, patients will develop gum disease, gum infections, dental decay and experience pain. Patients will put up with these issues for months or longer until they can no longer manage the pain or the embarrassment of having an unsightly smile or teeth. Rest assured that many others experience dental fear and you are not alone. Advancements in dentistry help to offer everyone a comfortable experience during their dental visit.
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What Is Endodontic Retreatment?
February 27, 2017
Endodontic retreatment is the secondary treatment of a tooth that has already undergone root canal treatment. Root canal treatment is performed when a tooth becomes infected or inflamed. A tooth becomes inflamed or infected due to injury, cracking, chipping or dental decay.
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Don’t Use Your Teeth As Tools
February 21, 2017
Our teeth allow us to get through our daily tasks with ease. They help with our verbal interactions by aiding in speech and forming sounds of the words we speak. Due to their robust nature, they can grind, chew and cut a variety of different foods. We can enjoy foods such as soft desserts or enjoying eating a well-done steak due to the versatility of our teeth.
We may also be using our teeth improperly which leads to premature wear and permanent damage. Unlike some animals, we only have one set of permanent or adult teeth. It is important to make them last a lifetime. Avoiding using your teeth as tools and following these tips will help to prevent damage and premature wear to your teeth.
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Impacted Tooth Warning Signs
February 16, 2017
An impacted tooth is a tooth that becomes blocked as it is erupting into the mouth. The most common teeth that are impacted are wisdom teeth which generally start to come into the mouth between the ages of seventeen and twenty-one years old. Wisdom teeth may also be referred to as third molars. However, any tooth in the mouth may become impacted, not just wisdom teeth.
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Dental Radiation – What You Should Know
February 7, 2017
Dental radiation is produced through the use of dental x-rays or dental radiographs. The amount of radiation produced depends on the type of x-rays being taken, the number of x-rays taken and the type of dental x-ray technology.
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Oral Issues To Be Aware Of For The Elderly
January 23, 2017
Our bodies undergo many changes as we age, which requires changes to our lifestyle and routine. The changes often lead to new concerns or worsen existing issues, and some changes are more noticeable than others. These are some of the common oral changes that are experienced by and affect the elderly.
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Electronic Cigarettes Risk
January 9, 2017
Electronic cigarettes or e-cigarettes are increasing in use as a replacement for traditional cigarettes. While e-cigarettes are thought to be less harmful than regular cigarettes, there are growing warnings about their use. E-cigarettes work with batteries and are designed to deliver nicotine and other chemicals in vapour format to the user.
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