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Many of us have feared the dentist for a long time and hesitate to attend appointments.  Many of our fears come from memories we had in our childhood.  We hold on to those bad moments for years and let them take over causing us extreme fear.  Most dentists however are quite nice.  They go into this profession to help patients see that their only intent is to help them.  They want to teach their patients to care for their teeth and not only visit the dentist when their pain has become unbearable.

Braces are placed to change the look and overall health of a smile.  Braces use brackets which hold a wire to move teeth into the correct position.  An Orthodontist cannot simply move teeth in a short amount of time; they must see the structure of the bone and begin the movement according to the ability for it to move.  The first step is to determine which type of bite the patient has.  The most common cases are normal occlusion, class II malocclusion, and class III malocclusion.  Normal occlusion would be considered to be class I, and displays the ideal profile for a person’s appearance.  The upper teeth go slightly over the bottom teeth and provide the best biting surface. 

We all strive to have beautiful smiles but a beautiful smile does not only occur by appearances.  A beautiful smile is one in which the gums and teeth are healthy and well maintained.  Straight white teeth do not mean that they are healthy or well taken care of.  All smiles have a solution and a way of getting fixed and perfected.  Overlapping teeth can be changed to appear straight by placing braces on the patient.  Discolored or yellow teeth can be bleached professionally to appear brighter and whiter.  Fillings, crowns, or veneers can be placed over the tooth to provide a more appealing appearance and stronger tooth structure.  Missing teeth can easily be replaced with partials, bridges, dentures, or implants. 

Bad breath can occur from different sources such as the mouth, upper respiratory tract, the lungs and the stomach.  The mouth is the main area where bad breath occurs and can be caused by many structures within the cavity such as the teeth, gums and tongue.  Tooth decay is dead decayed matter and it provides an anaerobic environment creating sulfur metabolizing germs which cause bad smells.  This soft decay matter readily absorbs liquids and juices from consumed food and this food also decays.  With or without decay oral hygiene maintenance is important because plaque caused by bacteria and food particles accumulate on and around the tooth but can be improved by brushing and flossing on a daily basis. 

When I bought my first car in high school, I wanted to make sure I impress my friends every time they saw my car. In order to do that I spent many hours washing my car and making sure it was spotless. After a year of washing my car once a week, my best friend came to me and explain to me that I could also wax my car in order to keep it shinny and without spending so much time washing my car. After that day wax became my best friend.

A filling is the repair of the decayed boundaries of a healthy tooth and replaces space where decay was present.  The most common types of fillings are:  silver amalgam, composite, gold and fused porcelain.  Amalgam is a silver material composed of a mixture containing liquid mercury and silver-tin alloy powder.  Amalgam fillings are self-sealing and durable but may cause an allergic reaction for some individuals due to its metal components.  They also require the removal of healthy tooth structure in order for the amalgam material to be able to adhere to the tooth.  Overall, amalgam has a poor esthetic since it becomes darker over time and can stain the tooth.  Amalgam fillings require undercuts within the cavity preparation in order to avoid dislodging therefore making the area larger than necessary.  The minimum depth of an amalgam filling is a millimeter and a half and must be at least this depth to avoid cracking.

Oral and pharyngeal cancer accounts for 3% to 5% of all cancers. One person will die from oral cancer every hour in the US.  There are several indications of oral cancer which are as follows:

• A sore in the mouth that does not heal within three weeks
• A lump or thickening in the cheek
• White or red patches on the gums, tongue, or mouth lining
• Soreness or a feeling of something interfering in the throat
• Trouble swallowing and chewing
• Trouble moving the jaw or tongue
• Numbness within the mouth
• Swelling of the jaw

Toothbrushes are effective when used properly with fluoride paste and help get rid of plaque which causes tooth decay. Brushes need to be replaced once the bristles lose their stiffness. Some ways to take care of toothbrushes are as follows:

• Rinse the brush well after each use to remove left over paste and debris.
• After rinsing the brush, tap it on the edge of the sink to remove excess water and leave it at a location to air dry.
• Always have color-coded brushes in order to avoid using a family members toothbrush. Select brushes with your favorite color or birthstone.

You’re sitting in the waiting room for the chance of scoring your dream job. You cup your hand to your mouth and exhale to check your breath. It’s anything but fresh. You slide in a strip of gum. Fifteen minutes after chewing you realize that the stench is back. It is still coming from your mouth. You have halitosis – a case of bad breath. Identifying the cause is the first step in treating this avoidable situation.
Why did I have to have two slices of garlic bread?
All of the food you eat is broken down in your mouth and is absorbed into your bloodstream. Soon, they are carried to your lungs and you’re eventually breathing the odor through your mouth. Foods with strong odors hold a tough battle against brushing, flossing, and even mouthwash. The smell will not completely disappear until it is gone out of your body. So don’t be too disappointed when you spend your nights brushing your tongue and swishing mouthwash back and forth in your mouth more than once to get rid of the garlic bread that you heavily munched on for lunch.
Wait, I had garlic two days ago and I did have my share of mouthwash this morning.
We have established that the garlic has left your bloodstream and ultimately your body. However, if you don’t floss and brush your teeth at least daily, the particles of food remain in your mouth. They hide in crevices of your teeth and sometimes even the roof of your mouth. This leads to bacterial growth in between your teeth and gums, and even on your tongue which cause bad breath due to decay. Also, if you wear retainers or dentures, your number one priority is to make sure that they’re thoroughly clean. Poor dental care includes not sanitizing your dentures properly.
But I do all of those things!
Maybe the cure is not what you do, but rather what you don’t do. Using tobacco products such as cigars, cigarettes, and chewing tobacco are fair indicators that place your dental health at risk. Tobacco users are at an increased risk for the following: periodontal disease, a loss of taste abilities, or/and, irritated gums.
I also don’t smoke.
If you can’t pinpoint where the smell is coming from, track down your local Anaheim dentist for an appointment. Since each individual experience symptoms differently, it is smart to consult your family dentist to figure out whether or not the problem is serious. Some diseases and illnesses may cause halitosis. Here are some to be aware of: respiratory tract infections such as pneumonia or bronchitis, chronic sinus infections, postnasal drip, diabetes, chronic acid reflux, and liver or kidney problems.
Someone needs to make an appointment with their local dentist.
Socially, the affects of bad breath can tarnish someone’s image. Since fragrance has a sharp ability to produce emotional responses, bad breath can lower a person’s self image. If you’re planning on going to a job interview with bad breath, your chances for future employment will be slimmer than you expect.

Early dental treatment as a child is essential to good oral hygiene throughout adulthood. It is crucial to provide care for primary teeth because problems can lead to severe damage with permanent teeth. Decayed baby teeth can and do cause adult permanent teeth to not develop properly therefore making them prone to infection. It is recommended to have children first visit the dentist when they are one year of age so that dental care and instruction can take place early. Children develop tooth decay with baby bottles when they are exposed to liquids containing sugar. Many children fall asleep with their bottles which contain sugars as well as milk, and these cause decay. The child falls asleep with their bottle and their teeth are not cleaned to remove any plaque which would sit on the teeth otherwise. Early dental care is extremely important and it is now required for children entering kindergarten to have regular check ups and treatment done in order for them to enroll into a public school. Fluoride treatment is also an option for young children and it benefits the teeth by providing strength for the tooth and help fight cavities. Our children dentist at 7 Day Dental Anaheim-Lincoln helps take care of your children dental needs.