Posts Tagged ‘dentist hampstead’
The Importance of Visiting the Dentist While Pregnant
As most any pregnant woman will attest, there’s likely no other time when others — family, friends, and strangers — feel obligated to shower you with advice. It just keeps coming and coming, making it difficult to separate fact from fiction. Like this wives’ tale gem from way back: It’s typical to lose a tooth…
Read MoreTooth Sensitivity: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
Apparently, it’s Polar Vortex season – and for some – this first cold blast of 2019 has their teeth on edge with tooth sensitivity. If your mouth is feeling the effects too, you’re not alone. Worn tooth enamel is considered “the common cold” of dental complaints. Researchers find that 10 to 30% of the population…
Read MoreTooth Decay: Sweets and Treats to Avoid this Holiday
The holidays are upon us—and in this season of abundance — a deluge of tempting sweets and treats. Cookies, cakes, and candies are everywhere: at home, at work, at school. Moderation is the key. Read on for some mouth-healthy strategies that won’t leave you feeling like a Grinch with tooth decay and other damage to…
Read MoreTMJ Pain: Causes, Symptoms and Treatment Options
You grind or clench your teeth, get chronic headaches, feel tenderness in your jaw, hear a clicking sound when you chew, have a dull pain in or around your ear. Any or all of these symptoms might mean you’re suffering from TMJ pain or a temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD). But it’s also likely that you’re…
Read MoreApple Cider Vinegar and Tooth Decay
You’ve probably read about apple cider vinegar (ACV) and its ability to cure a seemingly endless array of ailments—everything from athlete’s foot to upset stomach, and even cancer. Fact or Fiction Some clinical studies on apple cider vinegar support claims for promoting weight loss, lowering cholesterol, and regulating blood sugar. On the other hand, claims…
Read MoreCoconut Oil: Can Oil Pulling Give You a Healthier Smile?
The ancient Ayervedic cleansing technique of gandasha or oil pulling involves swishing around in the mouth oils like sesame, sunflower, or coconut to “pull” toxins from the body. Ayerveda is a respected system of medicine in its native India, and continues to draw enthusiasts throughout the world. Some Western dentists promote oil pulling—especially with coconut…
Read MoreHow to Find the Right Hampstead Dentist For You
Are you trying to find the perfect dentist office near you? With so many different options to choose from, it can be hard to narrow down the one that’s right for you and your family. Consider these five tips when searching for the best Hampstead dentist. Finding a Dentist Near Hampstead, NC Location You could…
Read More6 Tips For Caring For Your Teeth Like a Dentist
How do the people who know most about teeth take care of their own teeth? Does your dentist practice what they preach or do they know some secret dental care shortcuts? We’ve provided a look into the daily dental care routine most dentists follow to give you an idea of how you can best take…
Read MoreWhen to Call Your Hampstead, NC, Dentist About Tooth Pain
If one or more of your teeth hurt, it can be tempting to try to work through the pain. Many people decide to wait things out and see if the problem resolves itself. This decision can end up being costly in the long run as the cause of their tooth pain worsens. So how do…
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