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Go on a Diet for Your Teeth
You’ve heard of diets that can aid the health of your body, but are you aware that you can also go on a diet for your teeth? Continue reading to learn about foods that are great for your teeth. Yogurt Yogurt is high in protein and calcium, which are great for tooth...
Plan for Your Child’s Smile With Teething Treatments
One of the most common risks to an infant’s oral health is teething. Although teething is common, it can cause discomfort in your child. Teething occurs when their teeth break through their gums and into their mouth. This process is known as tooth eruption. However,...
Mild to Significant Treatment Options for TMJ Disorder
Your temporomandibular joints (TMJ) serve the important function of hinging your jaw to the rest of the skull, using a complex system of ligaments and muscles to perform jaw movement. These sophisticated joints also help you to you chew up tough foods but can develop...
Talk to Your Dentist about Philips® Zoom WhiteSpeed® Whitening Treatment
Philips® Zoom WhiteSpeed® provides one of the best options to improve your smile in a fast and straightforward process! It tends to teeth that are discolored, stained, or dull-looking. Its safety, speed, and effectiveness are highly recommended by dentists, creating...
Toothbrush Care
You take care of your car, your house, and your health--but how often do you think about taking care of your toothbrush? A clean and cared-for toothbrush is vital to maintaining your oral health. When storing your toothbrush, store it in open air. Closed spaces...
You Need to Have a Chipped Tooth Treated by a Dentist to Prevent a New Cavity from Developing
Sometimes chipped teeth cause significant discomfort, heightened sensitivity, and other complications. Other times a chipped tooth will not cause any overt discomfort. However, you shouldn’t let this tempt you to procrastinate having the tooth repaired by Dr....
Symptoms of Bruxism
Did you know that bruxism is an oral health disorder that can take place in even the healthiest of mouths? It consists of grinding or gnashing your teeth together unconsciously, often while you are asleep. Symptoms of bruxism are often present no matter the severity...
Bridge the Gap in Your Smile
Is your smile causing you to feel uncomfortable or self-conscious? If so, you are not alone. There are thousands of people who wish they had a smile they can be proud of. Many feel embarrassed by a lost tooth or multiple missing teeth. Our team here at Ballwin Dental...
Picking the Right Toothbrush for Your Children
Would you be surprised to hear that there are a number of things you can do to keep your kid’s pearly whites healthy? For instance, you’ve probably heard that you keep your baby active and help them follow a healthy diet. Still, did you know that it’s also important...
Basic Information for Recovering After Tooth Extraction
While it’s unfortunate, there are times when a total dental extraction is called for to treat a tooth suffering from severe decay or damage. Quality aftercare is critical for minimizing your chances of suffering complications while recovering from treatment-based...
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