Posts by Creekstone Dental
What Expecting Mothers Should Know about their Dental Health
Pregnancy comes with many huge biological and physical bodily changes, and it effects your mouth too! Expecting mothers should be aware of the changes they can expect in their mouths, as well as their body and lifestyle. What Dental Conditions Develop During Pregnancy? Pregnancy Gingivitis Your gums may become a little tender or inflamed during…
Read MoreWhat is Air Abrasion?
Most people associate a visit to the dentist with the high-pitched whirring sound of a dentist’s drill. However, those days are a thing of the past! Air abrasion is a drill-less alternative technique that can be used in dental procedures to remove tooth decay, prepare a tooth for bonding or sealants, or remove tooth discoloration,…
Read MoreThe Pros and Cons of Computer Controlled Injections in Dentistry
Modern dentistry uses a vast range of technological gadgets to give patients the best dental care possible. One of the ways in which technology is aiding the comfort of patients is through computer-controlled injections. The thought of having an injection in the mouth does not sit well with most patients and can cause some individuals…
Read MoreHow to Take Care of Your Dentures
Full or partial dentures are removable dental appliances that can restore a patient’s ability to speak and chew correctly, as well as restore their confidence and smile. As we would take care of our natural teeth, dentures also need to be looked after for maximum longevity. If you take care of your dentures, you should…
Read MoreWhy Are My Gums Bleeding?
Bleeding gums can be a sign of the development of different diseases or a lack of vitamins. Alternatively, it can be a side effect of certain medications or the result of improper dental care. Here are several different factors that can cause your gums to bleed. 10 Common Causes of Bleeding Gums Gingivitis The main…
Read MoreWhy should we Smile?
Why should we Smile? Essentially, a smile is just the contraction of a few facial muscles and the movement of lips, but why make the effort? How does smiling benefit our everyday lives? Below are 6 reasons why you should find more reasons to smile and the positive affects smiling can have on a person…
Read MoreWhy we have Bad Breath
Why we have Bad Breath Bad breath is a common ailment that affects most people on a daily basis. There are a number of factors that play a role in creating bad breath. When we understand these factors, we are able to prevent or combat them. Factors that lead to Bad Breath Saliva: We normally…
Read More8 things you Didn’t Know about your Spit
8 things you Didn’t Know about your Spit Saliva is an essential part of your dental health and is responsible for many other mechanisms in the body from helping us taste to containing a natural painkiller. It may end up crusted on our pillows but there are many other weird and wonderful properties of saliva…
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