Everyone knows you need to brush and floss every single day, but the quality of your brushing and flossing is just as important as the quantity. Flossing is one thing that you may be doing wrong, which makes your technique not as effective at removing plaque and preventing cavities. Here are three flossing mistakes you may be making without even realizing it.
Not Gripping the Floss Properly
You are not going to be able to get your teeth clean if you do not know how to grip the dental floss.
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Your wisdom teeth are considered to be a third set of molars. Theoretically, you don't really need them. However, they work as a back-up in case something happens to your other molars. Since molars are so important for chewing and proper digestion, the molars would end up being worth their weight in gold were you to need to rely on them. Here are some things you should know about wisdom teeth:
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People are seldom born with perfect teeth, but some people have more problems than others. If you don't like the way your teeth look because they have uneven lengths, are discolored, or if your gums seem too big, then a cosmetic dentist can help. Even if your teeth are in perfect health, getting dental work can be a good idea if it improves the appearance of your teeth and makes you more confident when you smile.
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Are you the parent of one or more preschool-aged children? Have you taken your young child or children to see a dentist yet? Good dental habits start early, even before any teeth actually come in. If you are confused about why you should take your child to the dentist before they have any teeth, here are some important reasons that you should do so:
First baby teeth: The vast majority of children have their baby teeth come in without any problems.
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Dental implants generally do a great job of making your teeth look much better than they did before. This is because they take an area that had no tooth at all, and give it a new tooth, or in other words a dental implant, that looks and functions like a natural tooth would. When it comes to your dental implants, there are certain things that you can do to ensure that your dental implants look their best.
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