Category Archives: Dental Care

Sippy Cups Can Lead to Childhood Tooth Decay. Part 3

Ironically, both Bowers and Updyke say the AAPD and other dental organizations have done an effective job of teaching parents and doctors about the dangers of nursing bottles.

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Sippy Cups Can Lead to Childhood Tooth Decay. Part 2

None of this appeases Updyke, who feels the sippy cup problem is a little secret most pediatric dentists know about but few want to discuss in public.

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Sippy Cups Can Lead to Childhood Tooth Decay. Part 1

Dr. John Updyke has to bite his tongue every time he sees a young child sucking down sugary juices in one of those training cups, often called “sippy cups.” The pediatric dentist with a practice in Austin, Texas, sees the … Continue reading

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10 Questions to Ask Your Orthodontist

Why is this treatment being recommended now? Some dental problems are best treated at an early age while your child’s jaws are still growing. Others can wait. How long is treatment expected to last?

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Would You Like Your Teeth to be Healthy and White?

Adhere to the Basic Rules There is not a person anywhere who doesn’t wish that their teeth were gleaming and white. In addition, most people dread the very thought of going to the dentist. If you follow certain basic rules, … Continue reading

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What Causes Tooth Decay?

Tooth decay is a concern for all human beings. One should be conscious of the amount of carbonated beverages and fast food consumed to prevent toothache problems, which may result in future tooth decay. Dentists and physicians refer to tooth … Continue reading

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Wisdom Teeth and Your Smile

A smile on the face is a great sight, and the taste of great food excites the taste buds and brings satisfaction. Thought you had to do without both when you get your wisdom teeth taken out? Get the real … Continue reading

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Dental Problems: TMJ. ll

…continued Treatment The symptoms of TMJ can sometimes resolve themselves with the removal of aggravating conditions, such as chewing gum, excess stress. The TMJ Association claims there are more than 50 treatments possible treatments for TMJ. They caution, “none of … Continue reading

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Dental Problems: TMJ. l

Temporomandibular Joint Syndrome (TMJ) Many people have heard of TMJ, but few know what it stands for and what it means. Temporomandibular Joint Syndrome is a dysfunction of the jaw joint that causes pain in several forms. Here we’ll discuss … Continue reading

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Teeth Whitening Products Against Yellow Teeth and Bad Breath

Do You Want to Know The Trick to Shiny White Teeth in Only Minutes? People can invest hours of time working on their hair, skin and makeup, but yet, they will disregard the care of their teeth, especially whitening their … Continue reading

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