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Pull Your Tooth or Save It? Which is Best?

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When your tooth is infected or diseased, it may seem like pulling it is the easy choice, especially if you’re in pain But not so fast! Having that tooth pulled  may be the easy choice, but it may not be the best choice. Most people are unaware of the benefits of saving your natural teeth. The choice to pull your tooth or save it is ultimately yours to make, but make sure you know all the facts before making that big decision. Pull Your Tooth or Save It: Benefits of Saving Your Tooth What exactly are the benefits of saving your teeth? We turned to the experts, endodontists – dental specialists who focus on saving natural teeth, for answers. Natural teeth are stronger. Natural teeth are stronger, function better than artificial ones, and are easiesr to care for. While technology and materials are better than ever, fabricated teeth still don’t have the same strength that natural teeth do. Avoid shifting of teeth. When a tooth is pulled, it creates a gap in your ...

How Often Should I Replace My Toothbrush?

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  When was the last time you replaced your toothbrush? We throw out expired foods, restock vitamins and supplements, and replace our beauty products often, but when it comes to health and beauty, it’s our dental hygiene that doesn’t get as much attention or thought as other areas of our regimen. However, there are important rules and tips you should follow for maintaining optimal dental health. When To Change Your Toothbrush Most dentists, and the American Dental Association (ADA), recommend changing your toothbrush every 3 months. Overtime, toothbrushes go through normal wear and tear and become less effective with removing plaque from teeth and gums. Studies have found that around 3 months is when the bristles break down and lose effectiveness. One other consideration we don’t typically think about (and probably don’t like to think about) is that germs can hide and build up in toothbrush bristles. This makes it important to replace your toothbrush after you’v...

When Should I See a Dentist?

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  We all want to keep our teeth and gums healthy. For this, we advise you to visit a  local Miami dentist at least twice a year, or every six months. However, some dental problems require visits even between these regular checkups. Too often, patients find themselves wondering whether their dental issues even warrant a dental checkup, and they end up trying to wait it out. This can be quite harmful if the problem one is facing is not only dangerous but also deteriorating with every passing day. To help you understand what kind of problems warrant a visit to the dentist, and why, we have prepared a list of dental issues. We have included brief explanations about how, if left untreated, these issues can cause further damage to your dental health. Sensitivity If your teeth suddenly become sensitive to hot or cold foods, and the pain keeps you from spending your day normally, you should see a dentist. By this, we mean that if you’re unable to eat, sleep or even spe...