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Invisalign: invisible orthodontics is not
The denture is one of the aesthetic issues most likely to worry many people. Not surprisingly, are characterized by being a part of our body that looks to the naked eye and tends to attract much attention since it was set quite a few people.
For this reason, be clear that enjoy healthy teeth becomes our letter with others, because it is a fundamental part, for example, an individual who is dedicated to employment in the face of customers, or in the field of aesthetics and beauty.
Not surprisingly, more and more and not only the number of people visiting the dentist every year to monitor the state of their teeth. But get braces to correct possible defects. In this sense, the fact is that, as always, bring a orthodontics has been related to low self esteem, especially because many people get the bed embarrassment to wear them. Precisely for these patients developed a few years ago Invisalign, an invisible orthodontics is not seen with the naked eye.
Invisalign Orthodontics is not invisible
The invisible orthodontics of Dermoestetica Corporation , whose technique or treatment called Invisalign, tends to be a special method that corrects malocclusion using removable splints (which are called aligners).
These include a removable splints main characteristic: they are almost invisible.
In this sense, treatment begins with a patient visit to the orthodontist, who will perform an examination of the mouth and take several photographs of the teeth.
Then, with these impressions, it makes a virtual 3-dimensional representation, which displays the plan of treatment.
The results are equally positive that common orthodontics, but with a clear difference: the new technique simply not seen.
Green Tea and Dental Health
With origins dating back over 4,000 years, green tea has always been a popular drink in Asian culture, and has been gaining popularity in the West. As the ancient Chinese medicine and Japanese argued that the consumption of this tea could cure diseases and heal wounds, recent studies have begun to establish potential health benefits of green tea consumption, especially in weight loss, heart health and cancer prevention.
Now a study published in the Journal of Periodontology, has discovered another benefit of green tea consumption. Specifically, researchers have found that the habit of drinking this tea can help promote healthy teeth and gums. The study analyzed the periodontal health of 940 men from 49 to 59, and found that those who regularly took this product had better dental health than those who drank only occasionally.
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Bruxism
Bruxism is the abnormal activity that is tightening and / or grind their teeth unconsciously during the day (diurnal bruxism) and more frequently at night (bruxism). It can be so strong that it is capable of grinding disturbing roommates.
Bruxism is a disorder that affects both adults and children and although not a dangerous condition can cause permanent damage to teeth, headaches, ear, jaw pain and inflammation.
No one knows for certain what causes bruxism, but it seems that many people triggering agent of this condition could be stress during the day.
The wear of the teeth is produced by grinding the teeth, because the person rubs or slides from front to back, one over the other, an action that is decaying.
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Dental Crowding
Besides a higher incidence of caries, people with this type of problem may have problems in speaking and can affect self-esteem
Dental crowding is a problem that has increased in recent years in countries like Spain. Dental crowding referred to the teeth mounted on top of each other is caused by improper food, more mouth breathing and acquired some bad habits, especially in childhood.
This type of deformity is the result of inequality between the size of the teeth and interdental space needed to be aligned and, although the appearance of crowded teeth there is a genetic component, has seen an increase in cases of this problem can cause difficulty eating and talking and even dental problems as a result of plaque buildup.
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Best Age to Learn Tooth Brushing
Children are like sponges, absorb a 5-year all kinds of knowledge. That is why it is important to instill in this age a good oral hygiene habits.
From 9 to 12 months and eight anterior teeth erupted and as the dentition is complete chewing cycle stabilizes. When the upper and lower teeth touch, the muscles of the jaws begin to learn new roles, the first movements are irregular as seen during the first circuit of any motor skill.
From 12 to 24 months continues the development and maturation of the masticatory system to be completed within 30 months with the presence of 20 teeth in the mouth.
Avoid foods containing high percentage of carbohydrates, as they adhere to teeth and are slow release. Oral hygiene in this period without toothpaste is enough to wet the brush with water. The most important cleaning is carried out before bedtime.
Young children usually act by imitation, and will be easier to take a brush if they see parents do and more so if they are required to brush past us.
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Dental Health Tips
Prevention and regular visits to our dentist of trust are the key to having healthy teeth, but also to have proper oral health and maintain healthy teeth should take into account:
Learn how to detect dental plaque biofilm (microorganism accumulated deposit on the teeth), by revealing substances to remove when we brush our teeth.
Use fluoride toothpaste or mouthwash that should be indicated by the specialist, by age of patient.
Visit the dentist for topical fluoride every six months.
Reduce intake of sugars, sweets and candies, especially those that stick to soft teeth, and acting on the microorganisms associated with caries. In addition to easily adhere to the chewing surfaces, and contribute to bacterial growth.
Eat foods rich in fiber, apples, carrots, milk, vegetables in general and maintain a diet rich in minerals and proteins that help keep our teeth strong and healthy.
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Vitamin B for Healthy Teeth
- Vitamin B2
Vitamin B2 or Riboflavin has several functions, such as participation in the formation of antibodies and red blood cells and maintaining a healthy skin and some mucous. Its deficit causes glossitis (inflammation of the tongue), angular stomatitis (fissures or cracks in your skin radiating from the corners of the mouth and sometimes the oral mucosa) and cheilosis of lips (painful cracks in the upper and lower lips ).
Also associated with vitamin B2 deficiency disorders of the eye lens and the lining of the mouth and the rest of the body. His administration improves all these injuries.
Where is. Sources of vitamin B2 are milk, cheese, eggs, liver, legumes, green vegetables and yeast.
- Niacin
It has several functions in the body among which are a fundamental role in the functioning of the nervous system and in the synthesis of sex hormones. But also maintains healthy skin.
It seems to have an important role in the prevention of periodontitis. His administration improves glosistis (inflammation of tongue) and atrophic tongue (tongue surface is smoothed, usually red, lacks the normal taste and can be painful).
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Vitamin A for Healthy Teeth
Vitamin A is a fat-soluble vitamin essential for healthy skin and mucous membranes and is involved in visual function. It is important for nervous system development and the formation of sex hormones.
It also intervenes in the formation and development of bones and teeth, prevent infection and has antioxidant and anticancer function.
Deficiency produces alteration of the structure of bones and teeth and drying of mucous membranes leading to increased susceptibility to decay and infection.
Where is. Is found in foods of animal origin (as retinol) as oily fish, liver, egg yolk, butter, cheese, whole milk or enriched. Also found in plant foods (as beta carotene) as apricots, cantaloupe, carrot, mango, peach, spinach, Brussels sprouts, tomatoes, persimmons, etc..
Baby’s First Visit to Dentist
When your baby gets the first tooth in the mouth, make an appointment with your dentist. He or she will show you how to clean your baby’s teeth and explain proper eating habits to prevent tooth decay.
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Infection of Primary Teeth
The most common form of dental infections in a child is one in a primary tooth caries. When an infected tooth is neglected, the pain occurs, the nerve (dental pulp) becomes inflamed, die, and an abscess, usually resulting in the loss of the tooth.
The abscess can severely damage the permanent tooth thereafter. In addition to these harmful conditions, when it neglects a primary tooth caries in the child’s bite may be affected. Because tooth shape changes in the cavities, the surrounding teeth and teeth in the gum opposite change.
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