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Friday, June 29, 2012
TMJ Treatment Options
- Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen or naproxen to reduce pain and inflammation in the joint
- Muscle relaxants to help relax tight jaw muscles, particularly in people who clench their teeth
- Tricyclic antidepressants to relieve pain
- Corticosteroid drugs to reduce pain and joint inflammation
- A diet of soft foods which do not require your mouth to open wide or exert significant force when chewing
- Apply warm compresses to any areas where you experience pain
- Orthotic mouth guard
- Dental restorations
- Orthodontics
posted by Andrew at 10:18 AM
Thursday, June 28, 2012
Instant Orthodontics
posted by Andrew at 3:45 PM
Tuesday, June 19, 2012
Homemade Anti-Cavity Mouthwash Recipe
- 8 oz. water
- 2 teaspoons PreviDent GEL (1.1% Sodium Fluoride)
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- 1 ½ tablesppon xylitol (can be purchased online or at most health food stores such as Whole Foods)
- ¼ teaspoon peppermint oil extract or any other flavor you prefer
- Xylitol is a sugar substitute that has been proven to prevent tooth decay
- Baking soda helps neutralize tooth-eroding acid produced by cavity-causing bacteria
- Fluoride helps remineralize tooth structure
posted by Andrew at 3:55 PM
Friday, June 15, 2012
Nutrition Tips for a Healthy Smile
- Basil – it has natural antibiotic properties that reduce the levels of bacteria in your mouth
- Broccoli – it creates an acid-resistant film on your teeth that can protect your enamel
- Carrots – contains lots of Vitamin A which is crucial to the development of tooth enamel; carrots also clean and stimulate your gums, improving their health
- Cheese – provides you with an abundance of lactic acid that helps prevent tooth decay
- Celery – stimulates saliva production which aids in the removal of food particles from your teeth and dilutes the sugars and acids in your mouth; celery also massages your gums
- Ginger – contains anti-inflammatory properties that support healthy tissue throughout your mouth
- Green tea – contains the antioxidant catechin which reduces the production of harmful bacteria that lead to gingivitis
- Kale and chard – high in minerals that support healthy tooth structure
- Kiwi – high in Vitamin C, which is important for maintaining healthy gums
- Lemon – contains natural whitening properties and helps maintain a proper pH balance in your body
- Onions – rich in sulphur compounds that reduce many of the bacteria in your mouth that lead to tooth decay
- Pineapple – stimulates the production of saliva and contains an abundance of citric acid, a combination that produces a natural mouthwash to fight bacteria in your mouth
- Quinoa – a super grain containing many minerals that strengthen your teeth
- Salmon – rich in Vitamin D, which facilitates the processing of calcium contained in the other foods you eat
- Sea salt – contains a variety of minerals which help mineralize and strengthen your teeth
- Sesame seeds – help reduce plaque and contain a variety of minerals which improve the health of your teeth
- Shiitake mushrooms – good source of a sugar called Lentinan that stems the growth of harmful bacteria in your mouth
- Strawberries – high in fiber and Vitamin C which helps promote healthy gums
- Wasabi – contains the compound isothiocyanates which stems the growth of harmful bacteria
posted by Andrew at 10:09 AM