Seriously. It seems like every time I take my 4 yr old to the dentist he has a new cavity. These are primary teeth. I just figure that if it gets too bad the tooth will be lost and big deal it’s a primary tooth. I have cut him back on soda whiRead More
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Will banana peel get my teeth as white as the dentist?
If I can get my teeth white at home by some natural means, I am all for it. Will banana peel get my teeth as white as getting them whitened from the dentist? Thanks. Savana Savana – When the inside of banana peel is rubbed on your teeth, the manganese, magnesium, and potassium in theRead… Continue reading Will banana peel get my teeth as white as the dentist?
Is it okay for kids to use whitening toothpaste?
Does your child have stains in his or her teeth that you both want removed, but it’s too early to start teeth bleaching treatments? Whitening toothpastes may help, but check the recommended age for use on the toothpaste packaging first (usually 2 years of age, but this can vary by producRead More
Can I find a dentist to pull my tooth if I can’t afford a root canal and crown?
There is a large hole in one of my upper left molars. I have dental insurance but it is very limited in what it covers. I don’t have the cash it will take to get a root canal and crown. I saw one dentist who won’t pull the tooth because she Read More
Can I trust a free teeth whitening kit?
I ordered a personal item online and a free teeth whitening kit came with it. I haven’t tried it yet, but I am wondering if this is something I can trust. There is no brand name on the kit. Thanks Janelle Janelle – If there is no indication of the manufacturer of the teeth whitening… Continue reading Can I trust a free teeth whitening kit?
Babysitter is cleaning our son’s pacifier with her own spit. Do kids’ dentists say this is okay?
My husband and I were leaving for dinner just after our babysitter arrived. This is someone whom we trust with our child because she is an extended family member. As I was coming out of our bedroom into the living room I saw the babysitter cleaning our son’s pacifier with her own spit. She had… Continue reading Babysitter is cleaning our son’s pacifier with her own spit. Do kids’ dentists say this is okay?
Tooth cap or crown loose or fallen off?
A dental crown is often referred to as a “cap.” What should you do if your crown is loose or falls off? Is this something you can repair yourself? A crown covers an entire natural tooth and is bonded to the toothRead More
Burning mouth syndrome
Although burning mouth syndrome (BMS) is common and benign, it is also complex. It affects about 5% of Americans, and it occurs more frequently in women—especially post-menopausal women. What are the symptoms? BMS is characterized by a burning sensation that can occur in the mouRead More
What can I use to whiten my yellow veneers?
My veneers are getting yellow. Whitening toothpaste is not working. I just started using the strips on them but so far it doesn’t seem to help. What should I use to whiten them that will really work? – Alyssa Read More
Pediatric dentist says my son needs a root canal
My son cracked 2 of his teeth 2 weeks ago in an accident. The right front tooth is cracked and so is the one immediately behind it. I took him to a pediatric dentist who said that my son needs a root canal. She is referring him to an endodontist to getRead More