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Monthly Archives: March, 2011

What’s In an Amalgam Filling?

Have you ever wondered what an amalgam filling looks like inside? Many people question how a metal can be soft enough to be shaped into...

Teeth Whitening: Two Side Effects of Whitening Your Teeth

Did you know that more than half of all people who bleach their teeth end up with sensitive teeth as a result?  It seems...

At What Age Can Kids Brush Their Own Teeth?

Have you ever heard any of the following quotes regarding the age that kids should start brushing their teeth by themselves? "My daughter could brush...

Can a Dentist Who’s Not An Orthodontist Offer Braces?

I frequently get emails from people asking me if a general dentist is allowed to provide orthodontic treatment to their patients, or if this...

Ten Causes of Canker Sores

Ben, an Oral Answers reader, recently asked about what really causes canker sores (also known as aphthous ulcers.) He's heard that sodium lauryl sulfate...

Teething Biscuits – A Natural Way to Calm Your Teething Baby

Many parents are looking for a way to help soothe their teething baby that doesn't involve smearing a numbing gel such as Orajel on...

Dentist License Verification: Find Public Records Information on Your Dentist

Have you ever wondered how long your dentist has been licensed or if they've ever had any public complaints? Each state dental board provides certain...

Discolored Teeth: 4 Ways Root Canals Can Stain Your Tooth

Last week, Pam left a comment asking whether or not root canal treatment can darken a tooth.  I gave her a short answer, telling...

A Full List of Dental Products with the ADA Seal

Not many people are aware that the American Dental Association keeps an updated list on their website of all of the dental products that...

Xylitol: What It Is and How It Protects Your Teeth

The sweetener xylitol has been getting a lot of attention lately due to its ability to fight plaque and its harmful effects on dogs. If...

Cavities in Baby Teeth: Should You Get Baby Teeth Filled?

A lot of parents wonder if it's really necessary to have their children get fillings in their baby teeth.  Since baby teeth just end...

Baby Teething Symptoms: 10 Signs of a Teething Baby

Did you know that 5,016 children died from teething in just one year in Wales and England? The year was 1839. Since many babies...

Why Dental Anesthetic Makes Your Heart Beat Faster

You may have noticed that when you get a dental injection, sometimes your heart feels like it's going to beat right out of your...

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