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Cavities, Bad Breath and Other Embarrassing Topics

Bad breath can ruin a first date, embarrass you in front of your friends, or have other unwanted consequences, and although everybody suffers from bad breath, no one seems to want to talk about it. Cavities often seem to be in the same category. Hi! My name is Josie, and I have struggled with cavities and bad breath in the past. I've even had unsightly ulcers between my gums and teeth. Sure, it's gross and a bit embarrassing to talk about, but there's no reason to be embarrassed. I think the internet is a fabulous place in that it lets us learn and talk about things that can be embarrassing to deal with in real life. That feeling lead me to create this blog. In this blog, I am going to offer information on cavities, bad breath and other "embarrassing" topics. I hope you learn a lot along the way!

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New Trends for Teeth Whitening
Cosmetic dentistry is big business in Australia. The current trend for teeth whitening is swamping the market with an array of products marketed to give you that glowing whiter than white smile. Traditionally teeth whiteningwas a procedure carried out in the dentist chair. Now there is a constant race to find innovative new ideas to whiten teeth while saving you time and money. Here are just some of the new trends trying to achieve this.

Dealing With Dry Socket After Your Wisdom Tooth Extraction
After having a wisdom tooth extraction, you will inevitably experience some pain and discomfort. If this pain becomes particularly intense or doesn't resolve after a few days, you could be experiencing a symptom of dry socket (alveolar osteitis). This condition occurs in roughly two to five percent of patients and is highly treatable. When you have teeth pulled, a blood clot will form in the empty socket. The purpose of this blood clot is to protect the jaw bone and surrounding nerves.

All You Need to Know About Dental Veneers
If you want to improve your smile, your dentist may advise you to get dental veneers. The following will help you learn what veneers are, their applications and the procedure for getting them. Basics of  Dental Veneers Dental veneers, also referred to as porcelain veneers, are thin shells of tooth colored elements made for covering your tooth's front surface to give you an improved appearance. Dental veneers change the shape, length, size and color of your front teeth.

Why the cost of Invisalign may seem a bit high
The perfect smile is elusive to many people due to many reasons that can include accidents or just the normal morphology of their teeth structure. Dentists came up with ways to straighten these teeth so that the patient can have the perfect smile. These ways include the older use of braces and the relatively new use of Invisalign. The latter has been quoted as slightly more expensive as compared to the use of braces with the average cost ranging from six thousand to nine thousand dollars, according to Invisalign.

Could dental treatment lift you out of depression?
In Australia alone, there are three million people suffering every day from depression or anxiety. This is a huge number, and the issue is extremely complex. Neither the causes of depression nor of anxiety can be boiled down to one thing, and the causes will also differ from person to person. But with that said, there is a growing body of evidence supporting the idea that dental health is linked to mental health.

Uncommon Treatments You May Require From a Dental Clinic
Many people consider their smile their most attractive asset. However, chronic teeth problems will not only affect your aesthetic appeal, but can also have adverse effects on your overall health. Common visits to dental clinics tend to include teeth cleaning, filling in of cavities and more. Here are some of the uncommon treatments you may require to ensure that your teeth and overall health remains in good condition. Laser dentistry

Should you whiten your teeth?
Teeth whitening has become a big trend in America, perhaps in part due to the dazzlingly white smiles of Hollywood we see plastered all over the screen. In Australia teeth whitening is also gaining in popularity. However there are a few factors to consider before you jump on board with the craze. While the general consensus is that professional whitening services are relatively safe teeth whitening really isn't for everyone. So should you whiten your teeth?

The Benefits of Using Home Teeth Whitening Kits
Your teeth gradually become discolored or stained if you smoke or take beverages like coffee on a regular basis. Tooth whitening is one way to restore the original color of your teeth. You can buy a tooth whitening kit and use it at home or you can have your teeth whitened at the dentist's office. This article discusses some of the benefits of whitening your teeth using a home kit.

Visiting a Cosmetic Dentist to Protect the Health of Your Teeth and Your Mouth
Visiting a cosmetic dentist can improve your smile and your overall appearance, but such a dentist can also help to protect the health of your teeth and your mouth. There are certain cosmetic procedures you might consider that can make you look better, but which can also reduce your risk of oral infections, gum disease, cavities, and other oral health concerns. Note how and why a cosmetic dentist can actually protect the health of your teeth and mouth:

4 Reasons to Choose Dental Implants
The loss of teeth can occur due to dental decay, gum diseases and mechanical injury. In the past, the treatment options provided for missing teeth were limited to bridges and dentures. Now, there are dental implants which provide a more reliable and permanent solution to the problem. These orthodontic devices are replacement roots which provide a foundation for dental prosthesis. Here are the main reasons why you should choose dental implants to replace your lost teeth.