Conquering Dental Fear

During the holidays you are probably less strict about what you eat and drink. Holidays are a time to have fun, to stuff yourself with delicious food, and to drink alcohol and other special beverages to your heart's content. But the extra sugar in all the holiday food can wreak havoc on your teeth, and if you could ask your dentist what he or she was wishing for at holiday time, you would probably receive the following list:

If you have suffered a facial injury that has caused damage to the trigeminal nerve (TN), you are most likely experiencing a great deal of discomfort and unusual sensations in your facial areas and scalp. In some more severe facial injuries, tooth and gum damage in addition to that of the TN may also be present. Find out more about some of the treatments you may require after sustaining a facial injury.

It is quite common for children to feel a sense of anxiety before their first dentist visit. Unfortunately, unless this anxiety is eased prior to their appointment, many of these children will risk developing a lifelong fear of dental care. Thankfully, you can help to prevent this from happening to your child simply by playing with them. More specifically, you can help to ease your child's fear by engaging in role play.

If you've ever found yourself planted in the dentist's chair, you've undoubtedly heard the word fluoride. In addition to being a part of the care and treatment your dentist provides, fluoride is also found in water and many oral hygiene products. While common, many people don't really understand what it is and more importantly, just how important it is to their oral health. Fluoride Fluoride is a mineral compound that is typically found in both soil and water.

If you are dealing with a toothache during the weekend, you may be unsure of how to get some relief. You could be worried about paying higher prices to your dentist because it's outside of typical office hours, but you might be wondering if you'll ever be able to cope until Monday. Luckily, following these suggestions can help you get some relief in the meantime. Gargle with Salt Water You've probably heard it from your mom or grandma at some point, but gargling with salt water really can be a good solution when your tooth hurts, particularly if you think that your toothache could be related to gum disease.

Finding the right dentist for you can be difficult. You need to find one that is within your budget, skilled, amicable, and any number of other things.  You want to find a dentist that won't break the bank. This can be somewhat difficult, especially because it might seem that prices are pretty much universal for various procedures, such as root canals or cleanings. To make the process of searching easier, here is a brief list which breaks down how to find an affordable dentist.