Although orthodontic treatment is customized to meet each person own unique needs, the steps necessary for treatment, remain fairly standard. First there is Diagnostic and Treatment Planning. This is where the orthodontic dentist will make a diagnosis to determine the most effective way to treat your bite issue.

Next Step is the Active Treatment. Once treatment is determined your active treatment will begin. which may include attaching the appliance, or customizing aligner trays for invisible braces. You will return to your orthodontist’s office several times during this step for adjustments and or for new trays.  Then the last step is Retention. Once your teeth have been realigned, you will require a retainer to ensure your teeth do not shift back into their previous position

A bone creating protein has be found to be more effective then bone grafting in dental implants. Some people that get dental implants may have either not enough bone or bone that is too thin to hold the dental implant when that happens, the current solution is to do a bone graft to anchor in the permanent prosthetic teeth. However, that technique can be problematic because it involves additional surgeries to harvest the bone Studies done at the GHSU Laboratory for Applied Periodontal & Craniofacial Regeneration found that implanting bone morphogenetic protein in the sinus more new bone will form within four weeks than using conventional bone grafting at the same site.

In a new new study it shows that Twitter can be used as a new way for the public to communicate their health concerns. Studies found that Twitter users are already extensively sharing their experiences of toothache and seeking advice from other users. 772 tweets were analyzed and frequencies calculated. Of those tweets, 83% were primarily categorized as a general statement of dental pain, 22% as an action taken or contemplated, and 15% as describing an impact on daily activities. Among the actions taken or contemplated, 44% reported seeing a dentist, 43% took an analgesic or antibiotic medication and 14% actively sought advice from the Twitter community.

Study are showing that the protective shield fluoride forms on teeth is up to 100 times thinner than previously believed This new study done found that the fluorapatite layer formed in this way is only 6 nanometers thick. It would take almost 10,000 such layers to span the width of a human hair. That’s at least 10 times thinner than previous studies indicated.

Periodontal disease claims more teeth then tooth decay. However with proper preventive dental care at home and good oral habits you can reduce your changes of having periodontal disease. Proper prevention the key to good oral health. Healthy dental care habits is critical in preventing gum disease.

Regular and effective tooth brushing, Using a tartar control mouthwash and daily flossing are the first at home steps you can take to good oral heath. Good dietary habits also help to keep healthy teeth and gums. Reduce the intake of of sugar. You can do this by avoiding snack and drinks with sugar other then natural sugars found in fruits and vegetables.

When eating food that have added sugars, you will want to follow up by brushing your teeth. Smoking plays a can cause chronic periodontal disease. So for smokers, quitting is one of the most important steps toward regaining periodontal health

Dental implants have become the a more advanced alternative to having dentures or crowns work. Where as crowns, partials and dentures will last a few years after which you have to have them replaced or repaired, dental implants are meant to last a life time. Dental implants may have a more elevated cost compared to crowns, partials and dentures but that because they look, feel and function just like a natural set of teeth.

06Nobody can actually tell the difference whether you have dental implants or a natural set of teeth. Not everyone can have dental implants so talk over your dental care options with your dentist. Also dental implants are not normally covered by dental insurance so they are something you want to budget for.

Accidents happen, toddlers who are learning to walk may fall, young kids playing a sport may take a ball to the mouth. What is important is knowing what to do and being prepared. If your child baby tooth gets dislodged then it can not be replaced and does not need to be put back in.

However you will want to consult a dentist to see if a space maintainer is advised. Baby teeth that come out too soon may need a space maintainer to avoid other teeth from shifting. If your child knocks out a permanent tooth the quick action is advise. A permanent tooth has the best change of survival if replaced with in the first 30 minutes. Be advise when a permanent tooth is knocked out always hold the tooth by the crown and not the root. Do not rinse the tooth with tap water. If necessary use milk to rinse the tooth.

Then whenever possible put the tooth back in the tooth socket. Do this only if your child is old enough not to swallow the tooth. If the tooth can not be reinserted in the tooth socket then put the tooth in a glass of milk and see a dentist ASAP. You may want to know ahead of time what your dentist office hours are and if you can come in for emergency at any time.

Affording dental braces can be different in good times. Now with the economy at a low you may feel like you can not afford braces for your kids even if you have dental insurance coverage the may help toward the cost of braces. In cases like that see what your state has to offer.

Some kids are covered by state insurance programs call Medicaid. These programs many cover braces especially if your teeth cause problems with talking, eating, or swallowing. Though there may be a lot of paperwork required and you may have trouble finding a dentist who works with the state run insurance program it is at least worth looking into since many state have taken step to make the process easier.

Smiles change lives helping parents afford brace for their kids. Many kids need to have braces but the cost of having makes it so some parents just can not afford them. Even with dental insurance which help reduce the cost of braces for lower income house hold the cost of braces may still be out of reach. However braces many still be within site for many lower income households, thanks to Smiles Change Lives.

Smile Change Lives is a program that serves kids and teen in all 50 states. If your child is between ages 11 – 18 you can apply to the program. If approved you will be able to receive braces for only $250 – $500. To be accepted the family can not earn too much money (as the program is for low income households) around $10,000.00 per person. In addition to the income requirements, your child teeth must be moderately to severely crooked. The child also must take excellent care of their teeth lots of brushing and flossing. For more information you can visit  www.smileschangelives.org

Although there has not yet come out with a study that states whitening your teeth during pregnancy is harmful to your child, waiting until after the baby is born to whiten your teeth may still be a good idea. The concern is that the chemicals used in teeth whiten products could be swallowed during the whitening process and the effects that may have on your baby.

Some dentist will encourage you to wait until after pregnancy and even some teeth whitening produce recommend not to using during pregnancy. However if whitening your teeth is important to you the consult your doctor and a dentist before having your teeth whiten, in order to go about it in the safest way possible.