Preventing And Coping With Periodontal Disease During Pregnancy
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25 February 2015
If you are pregnant in addition to getting regular checkups from your obstetrician, you should also visit your dentist. Pregnancy causes several hormonal changes and this can put you at a greater risk for gum disease. Gum disease will not only affect you, but it will also affect the child you are carrying. Understanding how gum disease affects pregnancy and how you can prevent and cope with it is the best way to have a safe and healthy pregnancy.
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Three Simple Ways To Make Your Child More Comfortable With The Dentist
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15 December 2014
It can be hard enough to get your child to care enough to even brush their teeth, let alone trying to get them to be happy about going to see a dentist. Most young children are automatically scared of things they are unfamiliar with, and when that unfamiliar thing is a person with strange objects trying to get in their mouth, it can be even worse. It can sometimes be daunting just to get the basic dental care for your child.
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How Gum Recession Occurs & How A Dentist Can Treat It With Gum Grafting
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12 December 2014
Recessed gums can make it embarrassing to smile in public. The problem can be fixed if you make an appointment with a dentist so gum grafting can be performed. Below, you will find out how gum recession occurs and how a dentist can fix the problem with gum grafting.
How Does Gum Recession Occur?
Gum recession can become a major problem to your oral health if you don't get the condition fixed soon enough.
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6 Facts About Implants You Probably Don't Know
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12 December 2014
Who says dental implants (such as those provided by Nashville Periodontal Group) can't be fun? They brighten your smile, make your mouth more complete and can boost your self-confidence. While they may seem like simple fake teeth, implants have a long history that dates well beyond modern dentistry. Take a look at the lighter side of these dental devices and learn about some lesser-known facts.
1. The ancient Mayans wore implants. Ancient implants were found in the jaw of a Mayan woman, according to the American Academy of Implant Dentistry (AAID).
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