tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33906654398981305892024-02-08T06:49:20.558-08:00Gentle Touch Family DentalGentle Touch Family Dental Farmington Hillshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08206161597589540270noreply@blogger.comBlogger57125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3390665439898130589.post-18157314652332096572017-05-15T08:00:00.000-07:002017-05-15T17:06:31.257-07:00Healthy Foods that Are Not So Healthy for Teeth<div class="MsoNormal">
<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Those healthy foods that are getting your
body back in shape for summer may be awesome for your diet, but unfortunately,
not so much for your teeth. <a href="http://www.gentletouchfdc.com/" target="_blank">According to Gentle Touch Family Dentistry</a>, some healthy
foods that you enjoy may not be the best for your teeth and gums. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">You may have cut out white flour, white
bread, potatoes and white rice, but the wheat and whole grain alternatives are
just as bad when it comes to your teeth. Because you metabolize carbs into
sugar through your saliva, you are still producing acids that will wear away
the enamel on your teeth. Whole grains are just as damaging as they can become
stuck between your teeth. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">You may have eliminated tea, coffee, and red
wine from your diet because of staining, but that curry sauce that is helping
you lose weight could be just as bad. Blueberries, cranberries, strawberries,
and even barbecue sauce can cause <a href="http://www.gentletouchfdc.com/teeth-whitening-farmington-hills.php" target="_blank">stains on your teeth</a>. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Grapefruits, Kiwi, oranges, limes, lemons, tomatoes
and apples, yes apples, are loaded with natural sugars. However, it is the
nature of the fruit itself that can cause the majority of the damage. Eat
citrus fruits with other foods and rinse after enjoying. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Great for the waistline, but bad for your
teeth, dried apricots, papaya, figs, dates, and dried mango's can cause serious
damage to your teeth. Just like gummy bears, sticky fruits will stay lodged
between your teeth and can be just as bad as that saltwater taffy you gave up
to lose weight.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Energy drinks and those sports drinks that
you like to consume after a workout may be your favorite treat after pumping
iron, but the truth is, they are packed with tooth eroding acids and sugar.
Drink water after your aerobics class and leave the energy and sports drinks on
the shelf. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">If you would like more information regarding
healthy food for your body and your teeth, <a href="https://www.zocdoc.com/practice/gentle-touch-family-dental-care-30055?lock=true&isNewPatient=false&referrerType=Widget" target="_blank">call or click and schedule an appointment</a> with Gentle Touch Family Dentistry today. <span style="color: #0a3856;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></span></div>
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Gentle Touch Family Dental Farmington Hillshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08206161597589540270noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3390665439898130589.post-59021840374420044692017-05-01T08:00:00.000-07:002017-05-01T11:34:15.964-07:00Healthy Teeth and Gums and Overall Health<div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Healthy teeth and
gums begin with good oral hygiene, and if you are a bit lazy when it comes to
brushing, flossing, and dental checkups, you could be doing more harm than you
realize. According to <a href="http://www.gentletouchfdc.com/" target="_blank">Gentle Touch Family Dental</a>, plaque can cause serious
problems for the rest of your body. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">The American Dental
Association explains that there is a real connection when it comes to the
health of your mouth and the health of your body. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Gum disease is the
leading cause of tooth loss; however, periodontal disease can also cause heart
disease, stroke, congestive heart failure, diabetes, and even Alzheimer’s
disease.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><a href="http://www.gentletouchfdc.com/meet-our-team.php" target="_blank">Gentle Touch Family Dental</a>
explains that sticky film that accumulates on your teeth when you sleep, eat,
and drink can get into your bloodstream. That unhealthy bacterium will attach
itself to the arteries in your heart causing blockages. Your mouth is loaded
with healthy bacteria, but without good oral hygiene, it will become overrun
with the unhealthy stuff. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><b>Diabetes</b><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">If your teeth and
gums are unhealthy and you suffer from periodontal disease, the inflammation
will weaken your ability to control your blood sugar. Gum disease complicates
diabetes as the inflammation impairs insulin utilization. The high blood sugar
in diabetics is ideal for gum and other infections. Thankfully, by <a href="https://www.zocdoc.com/practice/gentle-touch-family-dental-care-30055?lock=true&isNewPatient=false&referrerType=Widget" target="_blank">scheduling regular dental appointments with Gentle Touch Family Dental</a> and practicing good
oral hygiene, you can manage the problem. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Although it is not
fully understood why, heart disease and gum disease seem to go hand in hand
with as many as 91 percent of patients with heart problems suffering from
periodontal disease. Scientists believe that the mouth inflammation causes
blood vessel inflammation increasing your risk of a heart attack in several
ways.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Blood vessels that
are inflamed allow less blood flow between the body and the heart Not only does
this raise your blood pressure, but it can also put you at risk for a stroke or
heart attack if that fatty plaque breaks off a blood vessel and travels to your
heart. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">If you would like
more information regarding the mouth and body connection for healthy teeth and
gums, <a href="https://www.zocdoc.com/practice/gentle-touch-family-dental-care-30055?lock=true&isNewPatient=false&referrerType=Widget" target="_blank">call or click and schedule an appointment with Gentle Touch Family Dental</a>
today. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
Gentle Touch Family Dental Farmington Hillshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08206161597589540270noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3390665439898130589.post-24904395456860611562017-04-01T08:00:00.000-07:002017-04-01T11:21:50.592-07:00Custom Made Mouthguards for Facial Protection Month<div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">It’s Facial
Protection Month and that means custom-made mouthguards for the whole family.
Spring has sprung and if you and your family love to spend time in the great
outdoors playing sports, it’s time to call <a href="http://www.gentletouchfdc.com/" target="_blank">Gentle Touch Family Dental</a> for custom-made
mouthguards. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><a href="http://www.academyforsportsdentistry.org/" target="_blank">According to the Academy for Sport Dentistry</a>, everyone who plays recreational sports should be
fitted with a mouth protector. Even if you are at the park with your kids, a
mouthguard is a great idea, especially if you want to prevent a trip to the ER
because of an unfortunate accident on the monkey bars. In a study done from
2001 to 2008 it was discovered that the five most common injuries in children
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<span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">The American Dental
Association estimates that about 12 millions kids, teens, and young adults were
under a doctor’s care or landed in the hospital because of a sports related
injury. That resulted in 20 million school days lost and about $33 billion in
emergency healthcare costs. However, according to <a href="http://www.gentletouchfdc.com/meet-our-team.php" target="_blank">Gentle Touch Family Dentistry</a>, some of the injuries could have been prevented with a custom fitted
mouth protector. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Although there are
three types of mouth protectors available, there are some things to consider.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><b>Stock-</b>Stock
mouthguards are made to fit everyone, and because they are not custom made can
be bulky and uncomfortable making it tough to talk and even breathe. You can
find stock mouthguards at pharmacy or sports store. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><b>Boil and Bite-</b>These
types of mouth protectors are available from your local sports store or over
the counter at your local pharmacy. Before use, you heat it up and place in
your both to fit your teeth. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><b>Custom Made
Mouthguards-</b>The best of the bunch, these types of mouthguards are made by Gentle
Touch Family Dentistry and will fit your teeth perfectly. Dr. Ahmed will take
an impression or mold to make your new mouth protector that is comfortable and
easy to wear. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Everyone who
participates in a sport whether it is surfing, water polo, tennis or
racquetball should consider a custom made mouth guard. Call or click now and
<a href="https://www.zocdoc.com/practice/gentle-touch-family-dental-care-30055?lock=true&isNewPatient=false&referrerType=Widget" target="_blank">schedule an appointment with Gentle Touch Family Dental</a> for the whole family. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Custom made
mouthguards really can prevent an unexpected trip to the emergency room. <a href="https://www.zocdoc.com/practice/gentle-touch-family-dental-care-30055?lock=true&isNewPatient=false&referrerType=Widget" target="_blank">Call or click now</a> and participate in Facial Protection Month. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
Gentle Touch Family Dental Farmington Hillshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08206161597589540270noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3390665439898130589.post-38343173126482336852017-03-15T08:00:00.000-07:002017-03-15T14:14:26.820-07:00How Plaque and Tartar Affect your Teeth<div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">That sticky plaque
that is left on your teeth after you eat and when you get up in the morning
could turn into tartar. <a href="http://www.gentletouchfdc.com/" target="_blank">According to Gently Touch Family Dental</a>, tartar, also called calculus, is hard plaque that has
actually calcified. Unfortunately, once the plaque has turned to tartar it is
virtually impossible to remove yourself. No amount of brushing or flossing will
get rid of the tartar. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Plaque and tartar is
a growing epidemic with billions of people all over the world being affected.
If you are one of those billions who are dealing with gingivitis, or
periodontal disease, chances are you have plaque and tartar as well. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><b>Good and Bad Bacteria</b><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Your mouth is full of
bacteria, and while most of the bacterium is good bacteria, harmful bacteria
will start to overpower the good stuff if you do not <a href="http://www.gentletouchfdc.com/preventive-dental-services.php#cleanings" target="_blank">practice good oral hygiene</a>. The beverages and food that you consume will quickly convert to
bacteria and plaque and can even affect your dental restorations. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><a href="http://www.gentletouchfdc.com/meet-our-team.php" target="_blank">Gentle Touch Family Dentistry</a> explains that brushing twice, flossing once each day along with
regular checkups and professional cleanings can help prevent plaque and tartar
build up. Make sure you watch your diet as well by avoiding sugar, acidic and
starchy foods. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Tartar forms underneath
your gum line and will irritate your gum tissue. Unfortunately, unless a
dentist, who may recommend tooth scaling and planing, removes it the vicious
cycle will continue as the tartar gives the fast growing sticky plaque a larger
surface to grow on. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><b>The Dangers of Plaque
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Uncontrolled tartar
and plaque are dangerous, but can also be detrimental to your smile. Tartar
absorbs stains, and if you drink coffee or tea, or smoke, you will have yellow
or brown stains on your teeth and along your gum line. Tartar and plaque can
also cause gum disease, tooth decay, and even tooth loss. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">If plaque and tartar
is affecting your smile, <a href="http://www.zocdoc.com/practice/gentle-touch-family-dental-care-30055?lock=true&isNewPatient=false&referrerType=Widget" target="_blank">call or click and schedule a dental checkup</a> with
Gentle Touch Family Dentistry today. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
Gentle Touch Family Dental Farmington Hillshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08206161597589540270noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3390665439898130589.post-23588242038818271932017-03-01T08:00:00.000-08:002017-03-01T12:11:49.602-08:00 Conventional Braces or Invisalign for Straight Teeth<div class="MsoNormal">
<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Conventional braces have changed over the
years, but unfortunately, those old school wires and brackets can still cause
pain and discomfort. However, these days, you don’t have to deal with two years
worth of pain thanks to the revolutionary tooth straightening system,
Invisalign. The clear answer to conventional braces could the answer that you
have been looking for. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><a href="http://www.gentletouchfdc.com/" target="_blank">Gentle Touch Family Dental</a> is a preferred
Invisalign provider and can determine if you are a good candidate for Invisalign.
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><b>Pushing and Pulling-</b>Conventional wires and
brackets cause pain and discomfort because your mouth is being pushed and
pulled 24 hours a day seven days a week, and in some cases, this could go on
for 2 years. You will have to see your dentist or orthodontist regularly who
will make the manual changes by tightening your wires and brackets according to
your orthodontic plan.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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have a difficult time getting used to the new hardware. Cuts to the tongue, cheeks,
and lips are common in people who wear braces. If a breakage occurs, you may
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">People who wear braces have a higher risk of
tooth decay. Because it is impossible to brush under the wires and brackets,
plaque and acid will wear away the enamel eventually causing a cavity or two.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">With the Invisalign Tooth Straightening
System, you don’t have to be concerned with pain or discomfort. Invisalign is
virtually pain free, convenient, and nearly invisible. The only people who will
know you are having your smile fixed will be you and <a href="http://www.gentletouchfdc.com/meet-our-team.php" target="_blank">Gentle Touch Family Dentistry</a>. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Invisalign is worn between 20 and 22 hours
each day. You will take your aligners out when you brush and eat. Your clear
plastic custom made aligners will be swapped out every week for your entire
treatment time, which could take between 6 to 18 months. You will visit with
Gentle Touch Family Dentistry every 6 weeks. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">If you would like more information regarding
Invisalign, the clear alternative to braces, call or click and <a href="https://www.zocdoc.com/practice/gentle-touch-family-dental-care-30055?lock=true&isNewPatient=false&referrerType=Widget" target="_blank">schedule an appointment with Gentle Touch Family Dentistry</a> today. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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Gentle Touch Family Dental Farmington Hillshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08206161597589540270noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3390665439898130589.post-39975789061174193502017-02-15T08:00:00.000-08:002017-02-15T08:00:10.330-08:00Is Fluoride That Important?<div class="MsoNormal">
<span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Although fluoride has been raising concerns
as of late, you cannot argue with the research. In fact, studies have shown
that fluoride not only helps reduce dental caries in both children and adults,
but can also help repair and prevent tooth decay in its earliest stages, even
before the tooth decay is visible to the naked eye. According to your <a href="http://www.gentletouchfdc.com/" target="_blank">Farmington Hills Dentist</a>,
fluoride is one of nature’s best cavity fighters and can help keep your entire
family’s teeth strong and resilient to tooth decay. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">When a small township in Michigan added
fluoride to its municipal water supply more than 40 years ago, it became the
first in the United States to do so, with others falling suit, it because the
most effective and single public health measure, according to the ADA, to help
prevent tooth decay.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Therefore, why the big uproar now, well, it
seems that some people are beginning to doubt the safety of fluoride and how
effective it actually is. However, the American Dental Association stands by
its support of fluoride in community water supplies based on extensive
scientific research. The FDA discredits claims of its safety and recommends
that communities keep fluoride it their water supplies. The optimum level is
1.4 to 3.4 mg of fluoride per day for a single adult. It is possible to check the
levels of your own community’s water supply by contacting your water supplier.
If you have a well, you need to have a professional come out and test it for
you. If it contains less than 1ppm of fluoride, <a href="http://www.gentletouchfdc.com/about-our-farmington-hills-dental-practice.php" target="_blank">talk to your dentist</a> who will
discuss other options. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">With people opting for bottled water instead
of tap water, the recommended amount of fluoride is not being met as brands of
bottled water do not contain fluoride. If you only drink bottled water, you are
not getting any of the vital mineral for your teeth. If you insist on drinking
bottled water without fluoride make sure that you use a fluoridated toothpaste
and mouthwash or <a href="http://www.gentletouchfdc.com/preventive-dental-services.php" target="_blank">ask Gentle Touch Family Dentistry</a> about fluoride supplements. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">If you are more susceptible to cavities, talk
to your <a href="http://www.gentletouchfdc.com/" target="_blank">Gentle Touch Family Dentistry</a> about fluoride treatments that will help
prevent tooth decay.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">For more information regarding fluoride and
in-office fluoride treatments, <a href="https://www.zocdoc.com/practice/gentle-touch-family-dental-care-30055?lock=true&isNewPatient=false&referrerType=Widget" target="_blank">schedule an appointment with Gentle Touch Family Dentistry</a> today. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
Gentle Touch Family Dental Farmington Hillshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08206161597589540270noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3390665439898130589.post-78555572102969159912017-02-01T08:00:00.000-08:002017-02-01T11:28:15.065-08:00Professional Cosmetic Bonding Farmington Hills<div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Cosmetic Bonding with
Gentle Touch Family Dentistry is the affordable way to a new smile, and if you
are unsure about porcelain veneers, both because of the cost and the fact that
they are permanent, it could be time to schedule a complimentary dental bonding
consultation with the dental professionals from <a href="http://www.gentletouchfdc.com/" target="_blank">Gentle Touch Family Dentistry</a>
in Farmington Hills. Your Farmington Hills Dentist can determine what cosmetic
procedures would be best for your needs, including cosmetic bonding. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">If you are a good
candidate for cosmetic bonding <a href="http://www.gentletouchfdc.com/meet-our-team.php" target="_blank">Dr. Fawaz M. Ahmed</a> will thoroughly examine your
teeth and gums to make sure you are healthy enough for dental bonding. If you
suffer from tooth decay or gum disease that will need to be taken care of
first. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">If you are healthy
enough for cosmetic bonding, a color will be chosen to match the rest of your
teeth. Once a color of resin has been chosen it will be applied to the teeth
that are discolored, chipped or cracked. If you have a small space between your
teeth, your <a href="http://www.gentletouchfdc.com/" target="_blank">dentist in Farmington Hills</a> can repair and fill that as well. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">During the cosmetic
bonding process, your Farmington Hills dentist will etch the surface of your
teeth before applying a conditioning liquid. This helps the resin adhere to
your teeth. Once applied, Dr. Fawaz M. Ahmed will apply the resin sculpting it
into place. After sculpting and once satisfied with the results, your <a href="http://www.gentletouchfdc.com/" target="_blank">dentist in Farmington Hills</a> will cure or harden the resin with a laser or light. Once
hardened your new restoration will be polished to match the rest of your smile.
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Dental bonding is
just one of the cosmetic dental procedures available from Gentle Touch Family
Dentistry in Farmington Hills, and if you would like a cosmetic dental
consultation, <a href="http://www.zocdoc.com/practice/gentle-touch-family-dental-care-30055?lock=true&isNewPatient=false&referrerType=Widget" target="_blank">call or click and schedule your appointment today</a>. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
Gentle Touch Family Dental Farmington Hillshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08206161597589540270noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3390665439898130589.post-6018987762644645892017-01-15T08:00:00.000-08:002017-01-15T08:00:40.584-08:00Professional Tooth Whitening Not Over the Counter<div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Tooth whitening is the most popular cosmetic
dental treatment on the planet, but it can also be the most abused. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><a href="http://www.gentletouchfdc.com/teeth-whitening-farmington-hills.php" target="_blank">According to Gentle Touch Family Dentistry</a>,
tooth whitening can lighten your teeth, but you need to be careful if you are
using over the counter products. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><a href="http://www.gentletouchfdc.com/" target="_blank">Gentle Touch Family Dentistry</a> explains that
those pastes, gels, strips and mouth rinses that you buy at your local pharmacy
do not work as well as professional tooth whitening making it easy for people
to use too much or too often. There are horror stories out there including
transparent, sensitive, and even blue teeth.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><a href="http://www.gentletouchfdc.com/teeth-whitening-farmington-hills.php" target="_blank">Professional tooth whitening</a> uses strong
whitening agents that are prescribed by your dentist. Used along with custom-made
bleaching trays, your teeth can be lightened from six to 10 shades. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Unlike over the counter teeth bleaching
trays, <a href="http://www.gentletouchfdc.com/meet-our-team.php" target="_blank">Gentle Touch Family Dentistry</a> custom makes its whitening trays to fit
your teeth. Unfortunately, the over the counter trays are a one size fits all,
which could have dire consequences to your teeth and gums. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Because over the counter trays are not made
to fit your teeth, you could have leakage causing gum and tooth pain. With
professional tooth whitening trays from Gentle Touch Family Dentistry, you can
be assured that the whole process will be quicker and easier than those over
the counter bleaching products will. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">When you <a href="https://www.zocdoc.com/practice/gentle-touch-family-dental-care-30055?lock=true&isNewPatient=false&referrerType=Widget" target="_blank">schedule an appointment for tooth whitening with Gentle Touch Family Dentistry</a>, your teeth and gums will be
checked to make sure that you are a good candidate for professional tooth
whitening. If you are given the all clear, your dentist will take a mold of
your teeth before sending it off to a dental lab. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Once your trays are ready, your dentist will
give you a prescription tooth whitening gel that you will use for 30 to 60
minutes once or twice a day depending on your Gentle Touches instructions. In
just a few weeks, you will have a beautiful new smile that you will be proud to
show off. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">If you would like more information regarding
tooth whitening, or any other cosmetic or restorative dental procedure, <a href="https://www.zocdoc.com/practice/gentle-touch-family-dental-care-30055?lock=true&isNewPatient=false&referrerType=Widget" target="_blank">call orclick and schedule an appointment with Gentle Touch Family Dentistry today</a>. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
Gentle Touch Family Dental Farmington Hillshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08206161597589540270noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3390665439898130589.post-77689360807122508922017-01-01T08:00:00.000-08:002017-01-01T13:42:08.521-08:00Lumineers for Natural Looking Teeth<div class="MsoNormal">
<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">If porcelain veneers are a turn off after
seeing your best friend’s new smile, Lumineers® could be the answer. Lumineers®
are thin pieces of porcelain like material that requires little, if any,
removal of your natural tooth, and best of all, Lumineers® eliminate the risk
of teeth that are too big or teeth that make you look unnatural. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><a href="http://www.gentletouchfdc.com/request-an-appointment.php" target="_blank">With just two dental visits</a>, your new smile
can be a reality as long as you have healthy teeth and gums. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Custom designed to give you a Hollywood Smile;
<a href="http://www.gentletouchfdc.com/lumineers-farmington-hills.php" target="_blank">Lumineers®</a> are ultra thin and can be placed without painful shots or drilling.
Proven to give you a long lasting smile, Lumineers® can last for more than two
decades with proper oral hygiene, and best of all, unlike traditional porcelain
veneers, are not permanent and can be removed if you are not happy with your
new smile. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">During your <a href="http://www.gentletouchfdc.com/request-an-appointment.php" target="_blank">initial consultation</a>, Gentle Touch
Family Dentistry will thoroughly examine your mouth to look for any signs of
gum disease or tooth decay. If there are problems, those will need to be
addressed before your new Lumineers® can be bonded to your teeth.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">If <a href="http://www.gentletouchfdc.com/about-our-farmington-hills-dental-practice.php" target="_blank">Gentle Touch Family Dentistry</a> determines
that you are a good candidate for Lumineers®, a mold or impression will be made
of your teeth before being sent to the Lumineers® lab. Photos and dental
records will also be sent for an accurate fit. When your veneers are ready,
your Lumineers® will be placed and bonded for a precise fit that is both
comfortable and pleasing to the eye. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Once placed, Gentle Touch Family Dentistry
will etch each tooth for secure bonding. Your bite will be checked and balanced
to avoid breakage or chipping. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">If you would like a new smile with Lumineers®
for 2017, <a href="http://www.gentletouchfdc.com/request-an-appointment.php" target="_blank">call or click and schedule an appointment</a> with Gentle Touch Family
Dentistry <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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Gentle Touch Family Dental Farmington Hillshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08206161597589540270noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3390665439898130589.post-81158733203429374372016-12-15T08:00:00.000-08:002017-01-01T13:19:36.108-08:00Do You Have Temporormandibular Joint Disorder<div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">TMD or temporormandibular
joint disorder is a painful condition that can cause earaches, neck and jaw
pain and sleepless nights, and if you are dealing with jaw popping take this
easy test to determine if you need to schedule an appointment with <a href="http://www.gentletouchfdc.com/" target="_blank">Gentle Touch Family Dentistry</a> in Farmington Hills. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Temporormandibular
joint disorder causes problems for up to 30 million women in America. Women are
more likely to have TMD than men with bone, ligament, tissue, and muscle
problems causing inflammation and even bone dislocation. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Although the jury is
still out, some experts believe that chronic grinding or tooth clenching could
be part of the problem. If you have had jaw trauma or a blow to the head, you
could suffer from TMD. Arthritis could also put you at risk for <a href="http://www.gentletouchfdc.com/tmj-disorder-jaw-pain.php" target="_blank">temporormandibular joint disorder</a>. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">If you have migraines
<a href="http://www.gentletouchfdc.com/request-an-appointment.php" target="_blank">schedule an appointment with Gentle Touch Family Dentistry</a> in Farmington Hills
who can determine the root cause. If you have ear infections or can’t open and
close your mouth without pain it’s time to see your dentist. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Below is a simple
test that you can try at home to determine if temporormandibular joint disorder
is causing your jaw to lock up. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Open your jaw and put
your finger on top of the joint that is located in the front part of your ear.
Open wide and feel for the joint move. If it clicks or is tender, schedule an
appointment with Gentle Touch Family Dentistry who can determine if your temporormandibular
joint is to blame.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><b>Relief</b><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">For some patients
your dentist will recommend less joint wear and tear. Prescription nighttime
bite guards can reduce clenching and grinding and may help. In some cases,
surgery may help for chronic temporormandibular joint sufferers. Chew less gum
and try muscle relaxation techniques or mediation to help you find relief from temporormandibular
joint disorder. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">If you would like
more information regarding temporormandibular joint disorder, call or click and
<a href="http://www.gentletouchfdc.com/request-an-appointment.php" target="_blank">schedule an appointment with Gentle Touch Family Dentistry</a> in Farmington Hills
for TMD therapy today.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
Gentle Touch Family Dental Farmington Hillshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08206161597589540270noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3390665439898130589.post-57928931624519659762016-12-01T08:00:00.000-08:002016-12-15T14:03:27.998-08:00Schedule Your Annual Dental Checkup <div class="MsoNormal">
<span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Now is the perfect time to schedule your
annual dental checkup, especially with the holidays in full swing. Having
healthy teeth and gums before you start indulging in those sweet treats will
help your conscious and let you enjoy the things you only get to have once a
year. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">An annual dental checkup isn’t just for your
teeth and gums. According to statistics, people who have a comprehensive dental
exam have a better chance of oral cancer detection earlier than patients who
haven’t had an oral cancer screening. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">During the holidays, those cakes, candies,
cookies, cakes and other delicious irresistible goodies can cause serious
problems for your teeth. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Hard Candy-According to Gentle Touch Family
Dental hard candies, peanut brittle, candy canes, and those scrumptious butterscotch
hard candies can chip your teeth. If you don’t bite and like to dissolve every
drop your teeth will be enjoying a pure sugar bath. If you like to eat hard candies,
be sure and rinse and brush or enjoy with another meal. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Chewy Morsels-Caramels, gummy bears and
anything sticky will stay on your teeth. It is nearly impossible to brush away
all of the sticky sugar from the fissures and grooves on the back of your teeth.
Even dried fruit such as figs, mangos, apricots, dates and pineapple will
remain on your teeth quickly converting to bacteria eating away the enamel on
your teeth. If you must indulge rinse with water and brush when you can. According
to Gentle Touch Family Dentistry, it isn’t a bad idea to eat sticky food as
part of a meal. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Starchy Foods-Those chocolate covered
pretzels are double the trouble. The chocolate is loaded with sugar and the
pretzels are starchy leaving their presence in your mouth long after you have
savored the last one on your plate. Keep breads, cookies, cakes, potato chips,
crackers and any other starchy food to minimum and rinse and brush after
enjoying.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Happy Holidays from Glen Family Dentistry and
don’t forget to schedule your annual dental checkup for the New Year today. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
Gentle Touch Family Dental Farmington Hillshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08206161597589540270noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3390665439898130589.post-20307037791077943562016-11-15T08:00:00.000-08:002016-11-15T16:00:26.596-08:00Invisalign Could be the Answer<div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Invisalign® is the
answer if you have slightly tipped or rotated teeth. If your teeth are crooked
or if you aren’t happy with the way your teeth fit together, <a href="http://www.gentletouchfdc.com/" target="_blank">call or click and talk to Gentle Touch Family Dentistry about Invisalign</a>®. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><a href="http://www.gentletouchfdc.com/invisalign-farmington-hills.php" target="_blank">Invisalign® is the clear alternative</a> to conventional wires and brackets and can give you the
beautiful Hollywood Smile of your dreams in as little as 6 to 18 months. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Misaligned teeth can
also cause problems with your bite. Chewing and even talking can become difficult,
but thanks to Invisalign®, you can have a beautiful straight smile without
having to resort to uncomfortable braces. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><b>What is Invisalign®?</b><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><a href="https://www.invisalign.com/?gclid=CjwKEAiAgavBBRCA7ZbggrLSkUcSJACWDexAu1cQeheNBnz-aEof2MU253dsbIURM03PV4iDgqATNhoCIEPw_wcB" target="_blank">Invisalign® is a tooth straightening system</a> that utilizes clear plastic aligners that are custom
made to fit your teeth. Gentle Touch Family Dentistry, a licensed Invisalign®
provider will prescribe between 11 and 31 sets of aligners depending on your
treatment plan. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Every two weeks you
will swap out your aligners for a new set completing your treatment anywhere
between 6 to 18 months. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><b>Advantages</b><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Invisalign® is the
painless way to a beautiful straight smile as you remove the aligners when you
eat, brush and floss wearing your aligners 20 to 22 hours each day. Because
conventional braces are permanently attached to your teeth it makes it
impossible to brush under the wires and brackets making you more susceptible to
tooth decay and gum disease.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Truly the clear
advantage, the only people who will know that you are wearing your clear
plastic aligners are you and <a href="http://www.gentletouchfdc.com/meet-our-team.php" target="_blank">Gentle Touch Family Dentistry</a> as Invisalign® is
barely visible. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Unlike conventional
braces that need to be tightened every couple of weeks by your dentist or
orthodontist, you only need to see Gentle Touch every six weeks to make sure
that your treatment is going according to plan. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">If you would like
more information regarding Invisalign®, <a href="https://www.zocdoc.com/practice/gentle-touch-family-dental-care-30055?lock=true&isNewPatient=false&referrerType=Widget" target="_blank">call or click and schedule an appointment with Gentle Touch Family Dentistry</a> today. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
Gentle Touch Family Dental Farmington Hillshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08206161597589540270noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3390665439898130589.post-1449734014743518942016-11-01T08:00:00.000-07:002016-11-15T15:35:42.807-08:00What is Causing your Bad Breath<div class="MsoNormal">
<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Bad Breath can happen to anyone, even people
who brush twice and floss once each day. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><a href="http://www.mouthhealthy.org/en/az-topics/b/bad-breath" target="_blank">According to the American Dental Association</a>
the main cause of chronic halitosis is poor oral hygiene, however, there are
some other things that could be contributing to your bad breath. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><b>Dehydration</b><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">You may be surprised to learn that
dehydration is the leading cause of bad breath, even more so than <a href="http://www.gentletouchfdc.com/" target="_blank">poor oral hygiene</a>. Being dehydrated means food and bacteria will hang around in your
mouth, and the longer it stays, the smellier your breath. Drink eight 8-ounce
glasses a day to help sweeten your breath and keep a pack of sugarless gum
handy. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><b>Health Complications</b><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><a href="http://www.gentletouchfdc.com/meet-our-team.php" target="_blank">Your dentist explains</a> that your bad breath could be an indication of a
serious disease. Excess methylamine could be a sign of kidney or liver disease
while ammonia breath could signal renal failure. Some studies have even found a
connection between malignant throat cancer and bad breath gases. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><b>Too Much Outdoor Exercise</b><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Runners and cyclists suffer from dry mouth,
wheezing and asthma and while a breath of fresh air will do you good, too much
can dry out your mouth and cause bad breath. Breathing in pollen and pollution
not only cause health problems but can also irritate nasal passages, allergies,
and chronic dry mouth. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><b>Tonsillitis and other Throat Diseases</b><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Persistent bad breath is a sign of throat
disease and if you still have your tonsils, talk to your doctor. If you don’t,
talk to your doctor anyway as chronic halitosis could be a symptom of something
more serious including neck, throat, and mouth cancer. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><b>Tobacco</b><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Everyone knows that tobacco use leads to
cancer, but it can also cause serious problems for your breath. Chewing and
smoking can’t be brushed away. If you are a chronic smoker, your breath will
give you away. Smoking is also one of the leading causes of gum disease and
tooth loss. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">If you would like more information regarding
chronic bad breath,<a href="https://www.zocdoc.com/practice/gentle-touch-family-dental-care-30055?lock=true&isNewPatient=false&referrerType=Widget" target="_blank"> call or click and schedule an appointment</a> with your dentist
today. <span style="color: black;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></span></div>
Gentle Touch Family Dental Farmington Hillshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08206161597589540270noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3390665439898130589.post-91453679721261239802016-10-15T08:00:00.000-07:002016-11-15T15:14:54.052-08:00Are you Suffering from Dry Socket? <div class="MsoNormal">
<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Dry Socket is a rare condition that occurs
after a tooth has been pulled. Dry socket is painful and should be <a href="http://www.gentletouchfdc.com/" target="_blank">treated by your dentist</a> as quickly as possible. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><b>So what is Dry Socket? </b><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><a href="http://www.colgate.com/en/us/oc/oral-health/conditions/wisdom-teeth/article/tooth-extraction-and-dry-sockets" target="_blank">According to Colgate</a>, some discomfort is expected after a tooth
extraction. However, if you have intense pain that doesn’t want to go away, you
could be suffering from alveolar osteitis or dry socket. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Only about two to five percent of patients
will develop the condition, which is very uncomfortable, but treatable. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">The hole that is left from the tooth will
form a blood clot in the socket to protect the nerves and the bone underneath. Occasionally
that blood clot can dissolve or become dislodged after the tooth has been
pulled. This leaves the nerves and the bone exposed to fluids, food particles,
and air. This can lead to pain and infection. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><b>Who gets Dry Socket?</b><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Some people are more likely to be affected by
dry socket after a tooth extraction including:</span></span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"> </span></div>
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<li>Smokers</li>
<li>People who practice poor oral hygiene</li>
<li>Wisdom teeth extractions</li>
<li>Greater than usual tooth trauma during
surgery</li>
<li>Birth control pill use</li>
<li>History of dry socket after extractions</li>
<li>Rinsing, spitting and sipping through a straw
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><b>Dry Socket Symptoms</b><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Check out the extraction site. If you don’t
see a blood clot and see a white colored bone, it’s time to <a href="http://www.gentletouchfdc.com/meet-our-team.php" target="_blank">see your dentist</a>.
Other symptoms of dry socket include:</span></span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"> </span></div>
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<li>Bad breath</li>
<li>An unpleasant taste in your mouth</li>
<li>Pain </li>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><b>How is it treated?</b><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Your dentist may prescribe antibiotics to
prevent infection and will remove any debris before filling the hole with
medication to promote healing. You will probably be asked to come back for
dressing changes until the socket has healed and your pain has diminished. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">If you are having a tooth pulled, or have
recently had an extraction that isn’t healing properly, <a href="https://www.zocdoc.com/practice/gentle-touch-family-dental-care-30055?lock=true&isNewPatient=false&referrerType=Widget" target="_blank">call or click and schedule an appointment</a> with your dentist today. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
Gentle Touch Family Dental Farmington Hillshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08206161597589540270noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3390665439898130589.post-89690579178462268362016-10-01T08:00:00.000-07:002016-10-04T11:17:00.198-07:00Basic Oral Hygiene Tips<div class="MsoNormal">
<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Basic oral hygiene is important for <a href="http://www.gentletouchfdc.com/" target="_blank">healthy teeth and gums</a>, which in turn are essential for a healthy body, but if you are
one of those people who seem to be spending every spare minute in the dentist’s
chair, there may be one or two things that you aren’t doing properly when it
comes to oral hygiene. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Everyone knows that you should brush and
floss every day, but using a mouthwash and watching what you eat always plays a
big part in your overall oral health. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><b>Brushing</b><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">According to <a href="http://www.gentletouchfdc.com/meet-our-team.php" target="_blank">Gentle Touch Family Dentistry</a>,
you should brush twice each day using a pea-sized amount of toothpaste. Use a
fluoride gel or paste and be sure and brush at a 45-degree angle for at least
two minutes using a soft bristled toothbrush. Replace your brush every two to
three months or when it begins to wear. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Don’t brush too hard or you could damage your
gum tissue. Brush behind your teeth and don’t forget your tongue. Your tongue
is loaded with bacteria that could cause bad breath. Check for red or swollen
gums while you brush and if you bleed, call and schedule an appointment with
Gentle Touch Family Dentistry. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">The American Dental Association explains that
flossing is just as important as brushing. Curve around and floss in between
each tooth. Gentle Touch Family Dentistry recommends that you floss before you
brush to remove the food and debris so that it can be brushed away.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">The mouthwashes that are approved by the
American Dental Association can get rid of gingivitis and whiten your teeth.
There are mouthwashes with fluoride and mouth rinses with anti-plaque
ingredients. <a href="http://www.gentletouchfdc.com/preventive-dental-services.php#cleanings" target="_blank">Gentle Touch Family Dentistry</a> recommends that you rinse after
flossing and brushing for at least 30 seconds. Just like brushing for two
minutes, rinsing for 30 seconds or more helps wash away any leftover debris
while killing germs and bacteria. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">When it comes to basic oral hygiene, Gentle
Touch recommends that you enjoy a healthy diet as well. Eat lots of fruits and
vegetables and include a daily dose of calcium rich foods such as fish and
dairy products into your diet. Calcium helps protect your bones and the enamel
on your teeth.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Regular dental checkups are right up there
with the rest of the basic dental health care tips. See your dentist at least
twice a year for a cleaning and a comprehensive dental checkup that includes an
<a href="https://www.zocdoc.com/practice/gentle-touch-family-dental-care-30055?lock=true&isNewPatient=false&referrerType=Widget" target="_blank">oral cancer screening</a>. If you are prone to gum disease or tooth decay, have
diabetes, or suffer from a systemic disease you may want to visit Gentle Touch
Family Dentistry more frequently. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">If you would like more information regarding
basic dental health care or would like to <a href="https://www.zocdoc.com/practice/gentle-touch-family-dental-care-30055?lock=true&isNewPatient=false&referrerType=Widget" target="_blank">schedule an appointment with GentleTouch Family Dentistry</a>, call or click now. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
Gentle Touch Family Dental Farmington Hillshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08206161597589540270noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3390665439898130589.post-18336424918642227682016-09-15T08:00:00.000-07:002016-09-15T14:02:08.190-07:00Dental Bonding: Fastest Way to a New Smile<div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Thanks to dental bonding, you can have your
chipped or cracked teeth repaired without having to spend more than one appointment
in the dentist’s chair. These days <a href="http://www.gentletouchfdc.com/" target="_blank">your dentist</a> can bond ceramic or other
restorative materials on to your natural teeth to repair cracks or chips.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">When you <a href="https://www.zocdoc.com/practice/gentle-touch-family-dental-care-30055?lock=true&isNewPatient=false&referrerType=Widget" target="_blank">schedule a restorative and cosmetic consultation</a>
with your dentist, ask about cosmetic bonding. Dental bonding is the perfect
solution if you are unsure about dental veneers. Dental veneers are a great
option, but are permanent and more expensive than dental bonding. Some
insurance companies will cover dental bonding but not porcelain veneers. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">You may be a good candidate for <a href="http://www.gentletouchfdc.com/cosmetic-bonding-farmington-hills.php" target="_blank">dental bonding</a> if:</span></span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"> </span></div>
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<li>You have spaces between your teeth</li>
<li>Your teeth are chipped or cracked</li>
<li>You have one or more teeth that is too long
or short</li>
<li>Your teeth are stained</li>
<li>Tooth whitening doesn’t work </li>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><b>Enamel Shaping</b><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Often used with bonding, enamel shaping is a
comfortable and quick cosmetic dental procedure that will give you immediate
results. <a href="http://www.gentletouchfdc.com/" target="_blank">Gentle Touch Family Dentistry</a> will contour and/or remove your enamel
to improve the appearance of your teeth. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><b>Dental Fillings</b><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">These days the materials that are used for
dental bonding are more natural looking and resilient. Depending on the
location of the cavity or filling replacement, Gentle Touch Family Dentistry
may choose to use dental bonding material to fill a cavity or an inlay or
outlay. Both are used to strengthen a tooth that still has life to it. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><b>Instead of Veneers</b><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">As mentioned previously, bonding is not as
invasive as porcelain veneers and is reversible. Dental bonding will give you a
good idea of what you will look like if you opt for veneers. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><a href="http://www.gentletouchfdc.com/meet-our-team.php" target="_blank">Ask Gentle Touch</a> about seeing a picture of
your smile. Seeing your smile before anything occurs means to more unfortunate
cosmetic dental mishaps. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">If you would like more information regarding
porcelain veneers, <a href="https://www.zocdoc.com/practice/gentle-touch-family-dental-care-30055?lock=true&isNewPatient=false&referrerType=Widget" target="_blank">call or click</a> and talk to Gentle Touch Family Dentistry in
Farmington Hills today. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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Gentle Touch Family Dental Farmington Hillshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08206161597589540270noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3390665439898130589.post-85139593704032025802016-09-01T08:00:00.000-07:002016-09-01T08:00:00.156-07:00Do you Practice Good Oral Hygiene Habits?<div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Good oral hygiene
habits begin with brushing twice and flossing once each day, but in order to
keep your teeth and gums healthy, you need to do a few other things to <a href="http://www.gentletouchfdc.com/" target="_blank">keep you cavity and gum disease free. </a><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><a href="http://www.mouthhealthy.org/en/az-topics/g/gum-disease" target="_blank">The American Dental Association</a> explains that bacteria are alive
and well and living in your mouth, however, not all bacteria is good bacteria.
Plaque causing bacteria, will cause cavities and gum disease. If you want to
keep your mouth healthy and clean, good oral hygiene habits are a must. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><b>Just what is plaque?</b><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Plaque contains
bacteria and is that sticky layer of film that will accumulate on your teeth,
especially where your toothbrush can’t reach. Even if you brush twice and floss
once each day, you will still produce bacteria as certain foods can cause
bacteria buildup. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><a href="http://www.gentletouchfdc.com/meet-our-team.php" target="_blank">Your dentist</a> recommends that you avoid sugary
and starchy food, which can cause high levels of acidic bacteria to form. Plaque
irritates your gums and will make them sensitive and red causing them to bleed.
If this is happening to you, it could be gingivitis, which is usually
reversible, however, if gum disease isn’t prevented and advances to the more
serious periodontal disease, which leaves pockets in-between your teeth and
gums that fill with bacteria, the bone that surrounds your teeth could be
destroyed eventually causing tooth loss. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><b>Plaque Removal</b><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">The best and most
efficient way to get rid of plaque is to brush and floss everyday as brushing
will remove the bacteria. Use fluoride antimicrobial toothpaste that will help
prevent tooth decay. Use dental floss to remove dangerous plaque in between
your teeth as your toothbrush cannot reach the cracks and crevices and don’t
forget to <a href="https://www.zocdoc.com/practice/gentle-touch-family-dental-care-30055?lock=true&isNewPatient=false&referrerType=Widget" target="_blank">schedule regular professional teeth cleaning appointments</a> with your
dentist.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Following a good
healthy diet that is full of fruits, vegetables and dairy products, dairy
actually helps strengthen the enamel on your teeth, will help keep your mouth
healthy as well as regular checkups with your dentist. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Don’t let plaque get
the better of you. <a href="https://www.zocdoc.com/practice/gentle-touch-family-dental-care-30055?lock=true&isNewPatient=false&referrerType=Widget" target="_blank">Call or click and schedule a dental checkup</a> with your
dentist today. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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Gentle Touch Family Dental Farmington Hillshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08206161597589540270noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3390665439898130589.post-37862394775009198982016-08-15T08:00:00.000-07:002016-08-15T08:00:32.949-07:00Health Conditions that affect Teeth and Gums<div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Studies indicate that
poor oral health can lead to increased risks when it comes to certain health
conditions, however, it can sometimes be just the opposite with gum disease and tooth decay causing health problems as your mouth is the gateway to the
rest of your body. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><a href="http://www.gentletouchfdc.com/" target="_blank">Your dentist</a> explains
that there are quite a few health conditions that will put you in the high-risk
category when it comes to gum disease and tooth decay. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><b>Pregnancy</b><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><a href="http://www.mouthhealthy.org/en/pregnancy/" target="_blank">According to the American Dental Association</a> pregnancy, a woman’s hormones will change
causing gums to swell, become red, and even bleed. If you are pregnant, it is
vital that you brush, floss, and eat good healthy foods to avoid gum disease.
Women with gum disease can give birth prematurely or deliver babies who have a
low birth weight. If you are planning a pregnancy, see your dentist who can
take care of any dental issues beforehand. If you are pregnant continue seeing
your dentist, but make sure that he or she is aware of your condition as
certain procedures may not be suitable for women who are expecting. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><b>Diabetes</b><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Although maintaining
low blood sugar is a struggle for some diabetics, so is gum disease as the high
levels of blood sugar can cause mouth infections. If left untreated those
infections could cause serious and even permanent damage to your gums and
jawbone. Severe gum disease, known as periodontal disease, will cause tooth loss
if not taken care of. If you are a diabetic, keep your levels in check and make
sure to <a href="https://www.zocdoc.com/practice/gentle-touch-family-dental-care-30055?lock=true&isNewPatient=false&referrerType=Widget" target="_blank">schedule an appointment</a> with your dentist if you have mouth pain,
sores, red, or bleeding gums. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><b>Obesity</b><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><a href="http://www.gentletouchfdc.com/meet-our-team.php" target="_blank">Your dentist</a> explains that being overweight or
obese can cause dental problems in two ways. Firstly, people who are obese make
poor food choices. Those food choices are usually loaded with sugar. Sugar will
increase the risk of health problems and tooth decay. Secondly, a high body fat
count could be to blame for speeding up the process. Two recent studies have
shown that periodontal disease progresses faster in obese people than people of
average or normal weight. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><b>Osteoporosis</b><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Osteoporosis is a
condition that causes fragile bones, including the jawbone. If you have osteoporosis,
your bones will become weaker which could eventually lead to tooth loss.
Research indicates that women could have a higher risk as those with
osteoporosis have a higher rate of gum disease. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><b>Cancer</b><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Cancer on its own
will not cause any oral health issues, however, cancer treatments can. Studies
have shown that over a third of all cancer patients will experience a dental
complication of some kind as a direct result of the treatment. Some common
issues include changes in taste, oral infections, dry mouth, and inflammation.
If you are being treated with chemotherapy or radiation for cancer, it is
important to <a href="https://www.zocdoc.com/practice/gentle-touch-family-dental-care-30055?lock=true&isNewPatient=false&referrerType=Widget" target="_blank">schedule regular dental appointments</a> to keep your teeth and gums
healthy.</span></span><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: medium;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 14.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
Gentle Touch Family Dental Farmington Hillshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08206161597589540270noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3390665439898130589.post-38813891628429412232016-08-01T08:00:00.000-07:002016-08-01T08:00:10.996-07:00The Mouth and Body Connection<div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Your teeth and gums
are just as important as the rest of your body, and if you are slack with your
oral hygiene habits, you could be asking for trouble. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><a href="http://www.healthymouthshealthylives.org/en/about-the-partnership/partner-profile-page/ADA/" target="_blank">The American Dental Association</a> explains that brushing twice and flossing once each day should be
part of your oral health routine. You should also follow a good diet with
plenty of fruits and veggies. Include dairy products as well for strong bones
and teeth. Of course, regular dental checkups, twice a year or more so if you
are susceptible to tooth decay or gum disease, should also be added to the mix.
<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">The health of your
mouth is a reflection of your entire body as your mouth really is the gateway
to the rest of your body. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Regular checkups can
tell <a href="http://www.gentletouchfdc.com/" target="_blank">your dentist</a> quite a bit about the rest of your body, including whether or
not you could be at risk when it comes to chronic disease. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><b>Poor Oral Health Can
Affect your Overall Health</b><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Recent studies have
suggested that your mouth mirrors the rest of your body as a whole. In other
words if your mouth, teeth and gums are healthy, your overall health is
probably good as well. On the other hand, poor oral health could indicate other
health issues. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><a href="http://www.agd.org/" target="_blank">The Academy of General Dentistry</a> explains that there is a relationship between stroke and
heart disease and periodontitis. Perodontitis is the more serious form of gum
disease and can cause other health implications as well. Studies also show that
pregnant women who have gum disease are more likely to give birth prematurely. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Other research is
showing that over 90 percent of all systemic diseases have oral manifestations
including dry mouth, mouth ulcers, and gum problems. </span></span></div>
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<li><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Diabetes</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Oral Cancer</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Leukemia</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Kidney Disease</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Heart Disease</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"> </span></li>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">If you have regular
checkups with your dentist, he or she may be able to spot or even diagnose a
health problem in the early stages. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Keeping your mouth
healthy should be a priority, and if you can’t remember the last time you saw
your dentist, <a href="http://www.zocdoc.com/practice/gentle-touch-family-dental-care-30055?lock=true&isNewPatient=false&referrerType=Widget" target="_blank">call or click and schedule an appointment today</a>. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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Gentle Touch Family Dental Farmington Hillshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08206161597589540270noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3390665439898130589.post-19080502771586649792016-07-15T08:00:00.000-07:002016-07-15T08:00:18.060-07:00Lumineers® in Farmington Hills<div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">A beautiful smile can be yours when you visit
Gentle Touch Family Dentistry. The talented Dr. Fawaz M. Ahmed from <a href="http://www.gentletouchfdc.com/" target="_blank">GentleTouch Family Dentistry</a> is a true artist and can determine what cosmetic or
restorative dental procedures would be best for your particular needs. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Not everyone is born with perfect teeth and
that is where your favorite Cosmetic Dentist in Farmington Hills comes in. Dr. Fawaz
M. Ahmed will examine your teeth and gums and look at the structure of your
face before determining what cosmetic or restorative dental procedures would be
best for you. It may be something as simple as in office tooth whitening or
dental bonding. If you are in need of an entire smile makeover, Dr. Fawaz M.
Ahmed may recommend dental implants, dental contouring, or dental veneers.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Speaking of dental veneers, if the thought of
porcelain veneers has turned you off because they are permanent, talk to <a href="http://www.gentletouchfdc.com/meet-our-team.php" target="_blank">Dr. Fawaz M. Ahmed</a> from Gentle Touch Family Dentistry about Lumineers®. Lumineers® are the
painless way to give you a perfectly white aligned smile, without painful tooth
removal. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">With conventional porcelain veneers, your
dentist has to remove part of your natural tooth structure to make way for the porcelain
veneer. With <a href="http://lumineers2.reachlocal.net/h_lumineers_100dollarsoff_rl?utm_source=RL&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=ppc" target="_blank">Lumineers®</a>, there is no shaving or grinding because Lumineers® are
so thin. Lumineers® will transform your smile into a natural grin, and what’s
even more impressive is that your new Lumineers® can be placed over the bridges
and crowns that you already have. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Lumineers® are as thin as a contact lens and
are placed directly over your natural teeth. This means that you can fix your
chipped, misaligned, discolored, or stained teeth without anesthetic. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">In as little as two or three dental
appointments, Dr. Fawaz Ahmed, <a href="http://www.gentletouchfdc.com/lumineers-farmington-hills.php" target="_blank">your Farmington Hills Lumineers® dentist</a>, can
turn your frown upside down. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">If you would like to know more about cosmetic
dentistry, including Lumineers®, <a href="https://www.zocdoc.com/practice/gentle-touch-family-dental-care-30055?lock=true&isNewPatient=false&referrerType=Widget" target="_blank">call or click and schedule an appointment</a> with
Dr. Fawaz Ahmed from Gentle Touch Family Dentistry in Farmington Hills today. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
Gentle Touch Family Dental Farmington Hillshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08206161597589540270noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3390665439898130589.post-34372738049092472752016-07-01T08:00:00.000-07:002016-07-01T14:26:19.914-07:00Dry Mouth Can Affect Teeth and Gums<div class="MsoNormal">
<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">If you are always thirsty, you could have Dry
Mouth. <a href="http://www.gentletouchfdc.com/" target="_blank">According to your dentist</a>, Dry Mouth is a condition that affects billions of people all over the
planet. Dry Mouth is uncomfortable, but most importantly, Dry Mouth could have
a drastic effect on your teeth and gums. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Although everyone is different, the majority
of sufferers have similar Dry Mouth symptoms. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<li><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Bad breath</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Horsy throat</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Sore throat</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Pain when swallowing</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Constantly thirsty</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">A dry or sticky feeling</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Mouth sores</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Split skin</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Cracked lips</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Dry throat</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Tingling or burning on your tongue</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Problems with tasting and chewing food</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Difficulty swallowing food</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"> </span></li>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><a href="http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/dry-mouth/basics/definition/con-20035499" target="_blank">The Mayo Clinic explains</a> that people who have Dry Mouth sometimes find it
hard to sleep because of constant thirst. If you suffer from Dry Mouth, you may
also find yourself sitting in the dentist’s chair more often than you would like,
as Dry Mouth is a condition caused by a lack of saliva.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Your salivary glands help <a href="http://www.gentletouchfdc.com/farmington-hills-dental-services.php" target="_blank">keep your teeth and gums healthy</a> by washing away the food particles, debris and bacteria. If you
aren’t producing enough saliva, the bacteria will convert to acids that can
erode the enamel on your teeth causing tooth decay. Your gums will also pay the
price if natures thirst quencher isn’t doing its job. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">If you have Dry Mouth, your mealtimes could
be less than enjoyable. Your saliva helps you taste, chew, swallow, and enjoy
your food. If you have Dry Mouth, you probably know how tasteless breakfast,
lunch, dinner, and snacks have become. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<li><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Sugarless gum and hard candy that is sugar
free can help stimulate saliva flow</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Nix the caffeine as it will dry out your
mouth</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Use a no-alcohol mouthwash</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Keep a water bottle handy and drink, drink,
drink</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Look for saliva substitutes that contain
xylitol</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Try a mouth rinse that is made specifically
for Dry Mouth</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Avoid non-prescription decongestants and
antihistamines</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Don’t breathe through your mouth, use your
nose</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">By a humidifier to keep moisture in the air</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Use fluoride toothpaste</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Schedule twice-yearly checkups with your
dentist</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><a href="http://www.gentletouchfdc.com/meet-our-team.php" target="_blank">Ask your dentist</a> about prescription tooth
products for Dry Mouth</span><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"> </span></li>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">If you or someone you know suffers from Dry
Mouth, <a href="https://www.zocdoc.com/practice/gentle-touch-family-dental-care-30055?lock=true&isNewPatient=false&referrerType=Widget" target="_blank">call or click and schedule an appointment with your dentist</a> who may be
able to help. Call or click today. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
Gentle Touch Family Dental Farmington Hillshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08206161597589540270noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3390665439898130589.post-36196958054591056802016-06-15T08:00:00.000-07:002016-06-15T08:00:08.847-07:00Schedule a Smile Makeover Consultation<div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Your smile says a lot about who you are, but
if you don’t like your smile, you may want to <a href="https://www.zocdoc.com/practice/gentle-touch-family-dental-care-30055?lock=true&isNewPatient=false&referrerType=Widget" target="_blank">call or click and schedule an appointment with your dentist</a> for a smile makeover. A smile makeover consultation
with your cosmetic dentist can give you the confidence you need giving you the
courage to share your pearly whites with the world. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Below are a few reasons that you may want to
<a href="https://www.zocdoc.com/practice/gentle-touch-family-dental-care-30055?lock=true&isNewPatient=false&referrerType=Widget" target="_blank">schedule an appointment</a> for a smile makeover.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">A little really does go a long way,
especially when it comes to the most popular cosmetic dental procedure, <a href="http://www.gentletouchfdc.com/teeth-whitening-farmington-hills.php" target="_blank">tooth whitening</a>. There are hundreds of over the counter tooth whitening products
available that can give you a brighter smile, however, your dentist uses more
powerful tooth whitening products, and can even whiten your smile chairside.</span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"> </span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">If you have older silver amalgam fillings,
root canals that are stained or metal crowns that you don’t like, <a href="http://www.gentletouchfdc.com/" target="_blank">talk to your dentist</a> about tooth colored fillings and tooth colored crowns. Thanks to modern
21</span><sup style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif;">st</sup><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"> century dental procedures, you can have your old fillings and
crowns replaced giving you a beautiful new smile.</span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"> </span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Cosmetic dentistry is much more affordable
than you might think. <a href="http://www.gentletouchfdc.com/meet-our-team.php" target="_blank">Talk to your dentist</a> about a smile makeover and make sure
you make him or her aware of your budget. The prices may pleasantly surprise
you.</span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"> </span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">If you have dental anxiety, speak to your
dentist as most cosmetic dental procedures are not painful. Your dentist can
help you relax and can offer oral sedation, so that you
will not feel a thing, whether you are receiving <a href="http://www.gentletouchfdc.com/dental-implants-dentist-farmington-hills.php" target="_blank">dental implants</a>, porcelain
veneers, tooth colored fillings or an entire smile makeover.</span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"> </span><br /><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">When you schedule a smile makeover with your dentist,
you will be amazed at the results and the transformation as cosmetic dentistry
not only makes you look younger, but makes you feel younger as well.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Regardless of your dental issues, your
dentist can help. Thanks to today’s dental procedures and tools you don’t have
to live with cracked, missing, crooked, chipped, or stained teeth. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Stop hiding your teeth when you smile and
<a href="https://www.zocdoc.com/practice/gentle-touch-family-dental-care-30055?lock=true&isNewPatient=false&referrerType=Widget" target="_blank">schedule an appointment for a smile makeover</a> consultation today. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
Gentle Touch Family Dental Farmington Hillshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08206161597589540270noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3390665439898130589.post-49971331508121659962016-06-01T08:00:00.000-07:002016-06-01T13:32:05.395-07:00Smoking can cause Tooth Loss<div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">If you smoke or use
tobacco, you are putting your teeth and gums at risk. Every time you take a
puff or chew, your teeth and gums are paying the price. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><a href="http://www.webmd.com/oral-health/guide/smoking-oral-health" target="_blank">According to WebMD</a>,
tobacco use does more than stain your teeth. Cigarettes, pipes, cigars, Hookah,
and chewing tobacco can also cause chronic halitosis. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><a href="http://www.gentletouchfdc.com/" target="_blank">Your dentist</a> explains
that nearly half of all periodontal disease, the most serious form of gum
disease in smokers, is caused by smoking. If left untreated, chronic gum
disease could cause you to lose your teeth.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">According to recent
studies, tobacco could be one of the biggest, if not the biggest risk factors
when it comes to periodontal disease. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Periodontal disease
is a serious bacterial infection that actually destroys the bone and soft
tissue that anchors your teeth to your jawbone. Bacteria grow in the plaque
that forms inside the pockets that surround your teeth. Your body’s reaction is
to kill the plaque, which leads to the breakdown of bone and soft tissue. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">During the earlier
stages of gum disease, also known as gingivitis, you will notice that your gums
might bleed when you brush and floss. If left untreated, the infection will get
worse and break down your gums. When this occurs, your gums will separate from your
teeth while forming pockets. The worse the <a href="http://www.gentletouchfdc.com/preventive-dental-services.php#gum_disease_treatments" target="_blank">gum disease</a>, the deeper the pockets.
The pockets fill with bacteria, food particles, and plaque and destroy the
structures that support your gums and teeth. People with serious periodontal
disease could have teeth that are painful and loose, some may lose their teeth
completely. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">According to <a href="http://www.gentletouchfdc.com/meet-our-team.php" target="_blank">your dentist</a> smokers have more tartar than people who don’t smoke. This could be
because of the lack of saliva. Calculus or tartar is plaque that is hardened
and must be removed by your dentist. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Smoking also makes
gum disease treatment more difficult as smoking will hinder healing. A recent
study indicated that people who smoke were two times more likely to lose their
teeth after periodontal treatments than people who did not smoke. Smokers also
do not respond very well following oral surgery treatments and are less likely to
have success with dental implants because the bones will not heal properly. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">If you smoke or chew
tobacco <a href="https://www.zocdoc.com/practice/gentle-touch-family-dental-care-30055?lock=true&isNewPatient=false&referrerType=Widget" target="_blank">call or click and schedule an appointment with your dentist</a> who may be able to
help you kick the habit for good. Call or click now. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
Gentle Touch Family Dental Farmington Hillshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08206161597589540270noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3390665439898130589.post-8570540362914191172016-05-15T08:00:00.000-07:002016-05-15T08:00:08.188-07:00Bad Oral Health Habits<div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;">
<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">You may think you are doing the right thing
when it comes to your teeth and gums, but according to the American Dental
Association, some of your oral habits may not be as healthy as you think.<o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><b><u>Ice</u></b><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Chewing on ice is a bad habit, and one that
makes your dentist cringe. You may be saying it’s only water, but once it
freezes, you could be setting yourself up for chips, cracks or even a broken
tooth. Chewing on ice can also cause gum damage. Your blender has a special
blade just for ice. You can only imagine what ice does to your teeth. Keep the
ice in your glass and <a href="http://www.gentletouchfdc.com/" target="_blank">your dentist</a> will be happy. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><b><u>The Wrong Toothbrush</u></b><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">If you use a brush that is too hard it will
cause gum recession and abrasion to the roots of your teeth. <a href="http://www.gentletouchfdc.com/meet-our-team.php" target="_blank">Your dentist</a> recommends that you use a multi-tufted
soft bristled toothbrush to avoid gum damage. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><u><b>Brushing with Too Much Force or Too
Frequently</b></u><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Even if you are using a multi-tufted soft
bristled toothbrush, you could still damage your teeth and irritate your gums
if you use too much force. A gentle whisking action is really all you need to
break up the plaque on the surface of your teeth. Brushing too often could also
be damaging your teeth. Morning and night is sufficient as too much brushing,
especially right after you eat, could cause enamel erosion. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><b><u>Nail and Pencil Biting</u></b><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Chewing on anything other than food will
cause damage to your teeth and gums. Nail and pencil biting are nervous habits
that could cause chips or breaks. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><b><u>Grinding and Clenching</u></b><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">Known as bruxism, tooth clenching and grinding
exerts excessive pressure on your teeth causing them to wear over time. Most
people brux at night while sleeping, but clenching and grinding can occur
during the day because of stress. If you are a clencher or grinder, call and
schedule an appointment with your dentist for a custom fitted mouthguard that
may help you stop bruxing. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">If you would like more information regarding
healthy habits for teeth and gums, call or click and <a href="http://www.gentletouchfdc.com/meet-our-team.php" target="_blank">schedule an appointment</a> with
your dentist today. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">If you have been
ignoring that toothache, you could be asking for trouble. <a href="http://www.gentletouchfdc.com/" target="_blank">Your dentist</a> explains
that a toothache could become infected causing a dangerous abscess. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;"><a href="http://www.colgate.com/en/us/oc/oral-health/conditions/dental-emergencies-and-sports-safety/article/abscess" target="_blank">Colgate explains</a> that an abscessed tooth is
usually a very painful infection, however occasionally you may have an abscessed
tooth and not even be aware of it, especially if the pulp, which is the nerves,
blood vessels and tissue inside of the tooth, has died. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">An abscessed tooth is
commonly caused by tooth decay, tooth trauma or if the tooth has been broken or
is chipped. Gingivitis and periodontal disease could also be to blame for an
abscessed tooth. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">You may have an
abscessed tooth if you are experiencing throbbing, shooting, or sharp pain in a
particular tooth or surrounding teeth. Other signs and symptoms of an abscessed
tooth include:</span></span><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"> </span></div>
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<li><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Pain when you chew</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Fever</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Tooth sensitivity to
hot and cold</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">A bitter taste in
your mouth</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Swollen glands in
your neck</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">General discomfort</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Chronic bad breath</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;">Upper or lower jaw
swelling</span></li>
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<span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">As mentioned above if
the pulp in the root of your tooth dies because of the infection your toothache
may suddenly stop, however, that does not mean you that it has magically healed
as the infection is still active and will continue to spread. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">If you have been
diagnosed with a tooth abscess, <a href="http://www.gentletouchfdc.com/about-our-farmington-hills-dental-practice.php" target="_blank">your dentist</a> will come up with a strategy to
help save the tooth and prevent additional complications. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">To eliminate further
infection, your dentist may drain the abscess with root canal therapy. Root
surgery may also be needed to remove the root tissue that is infected. After
the surgery or <a href="http://www.gentletouchfdc.com/root-canal-therapy.php" target="_blank">root canal therapy</a>, your dentist will place a dental crown to
help protect the tooth. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">If the infection has
severely damaged the tissue, your dentist may have to extract your tooth to
allow for socket drainage. Your dentist may decide on an incision in the gum
tissue to allow for drainage. This type of treatment also allows you to keep
your tooth. Antibiotics will be prescribed as well to help fight off the
infection. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">The best way to avoid
a nasty infection is to practice good oral hygiene that includes brushing twice
and flossing once each day. Make sure that you eat a healthy diet and see your
dentist twice a year. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial"; font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "sans-serif"; font-size: 12.0pt;">If you would like
more information regarding dental abscesses, or have a toothache that just won’t
go away, <a href="https://www.zocdoc.com/practice/gentle-touch-family-dental-care-30055?lock=true&isNewPatient=false&referrerType=Widget" target="_blank">call or click and speak to your dentist today</a>. <o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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