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Are There Any Negative Side Effects From Teeth Whitening?

Oral healthBy Alert DoctorsMarch 31, 2022Leave a comment

    Nothing beats that feeling of confidence you get knowing that you can smile and show off your sparkling white teeth. However, it is common knowledge that certain factors like diet and age darken one’s teeth and that is why teeth whitening becomes necessary.   Many people want to whiten their teeth but a…

How Does Smoking Affect Your Oral Health?

Oral healthBy Alert DoctorsFebruary 25, 2022Leave a comment

  Research has proven that smokers are more predisposed to oral issues like tooth loss and gum disease and have high chances of developing oral cancer and tooth removal complications. Smoking also interferes with the wound healing process, and this explains why smokers do not heal as fast as non-smokers do. Quitting smoking has been…

How Can I Get Rid Of The Gap Between My Teeth?

Oral healthBy Alert DoctorsOctober 28, 2021Leave a comment

  Many people have naturally gapped teeth. A natural gap between two teeth is known as a diastema. Many say it makes you look prettier or more handsome. Some say it doesn’t add any beauty. If you have one you don’t want, read on to find out what you can do about it.   Advances…

Harmful Habits You Should Stop For Better Oral Health

Oral healthBy Alert DoctorsOctober 8, 2021Leave a comment

    Many people randomly practice unhealthy teeth habits. When damage comes knocking at the door, we often wonder how and why. Sometimes, it’s the cumulative effects of these habits. At other times, it is probably not. However, it helps to avoid certain practices for good oral health. In this article, we will discuss a…

What Is Bone Grafting Used For In Dentistry?

Oral healthBy Alert DoctorsSeptember 27, 2021Leave a comment

  When there’s less bone density in some areas or parts of the jaw, dental bone graft procedures can be done to create additional support by increasing the amount of bone in such areas.   Bone grafting has been shown to help improve smile quality as both smile and speech can affect a person’s self-esteem.…

Root Canal Therapy- How To Clean Out Decay In The Tooth

Oral healthBy Alert DoctorsSeptember 20, 2021Leave a comment

Tooth decay is a prevalent dental problem. However, there is a procedure that cleans out the tooth. It is known as root canal therapy…   What Is Root Canal Therapy? Root canal therapy involves the removal of the pulp, which is the soft center of the tooth. The pulp comprises nerves, connective tissue, and blood…

Fluoride Is Great For Your Kid’s Oral Health. Here’s Why

Oral healthBy Alert DoctorsSeptember 13, 2021Leave a comment

  A regular tooth cleaning routine is essential for good dental health, and is even more important in children as their teeth grow, to help keep the teeth decay-free.   What Is Fluoride?   Fluoride is a mineral that occurs naturally in many foods and water and helps to reduce tooth decay. It offers the…

How Can We Prevent Gum Disease?

Oral healthBy Alert DoctorsSeptember 10, 2021Leave a comment

  Poor dental hygiene is usually characterized by failure to brush your teeth twice a day or get routine teeth cleanings with your dentist, making the dental plaque formed between your teeth not be removed completely. Over time, the plaque hardens into tartar, and bacteria  to the gums eventually leading to early gum disease, or…

Role of Dentures In Improving Your Oral Health.

Oral healthBy Alert DoctorsSeptember 6, 2021Leave a comment

    Facial muscles sag when one or more teeth fall off, and can be a reason why you’d look older. This could impact your esteem negatively and also your inclusion within your circle and in your workplace.     Dentures, which are also called false teeth, are used in dental cosmesis to help improve the…

Use A Mouthguard To Protect Your Teeth During Contact Sports

Oral healthBy Alert DoctorsSeptember 4, 2021Leave a comment

Sportsman? Sportswoman?   Get in here folks.     It is especially important if you participate in organized sports or other recreational activities for you to know how to prevent injuries to your mouth and face.    A mouthguard is an important device that helps to do this.   Mouthguards are dental devices designed to help…

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