Infective endocarditis is an inflammatory disease that affects the heart. The disease is relatively uncommon, but the condition can become life threatening. People who are at risk of infective endocarditis must take precautions to avoid the disease, which means they must take care before any medical procedure, including dentistry. Find out how dental treatment affects the risk of infective endocarditis, and learn more about the precautions that some people can take.
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A teething baby often makes parents think of crankiness, drool, and frozen toys. The last thing most people is a trip to the dentist. However, experts suggest that your child should have their first visit to the dentist 6 months after their first tooth shows up or before their first birthday--whichever comes first.
Unfortunately, the first few trips to the dentist can be scary for your child. That's why you'll need to implement a few simple strategies to make the transition as easy for your child as possible.
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From a traditional whitening treatment to a completely new set of teeth with dentures, dentists can improve a person's smile easily with the different options available. Of course, due to their enormous improvement, porcelain veneers are becoming a popular option for patients. If you have misaligned, chipped, or severely discolored teeth, these thin, porcelain covers for your teeth can be a great investment.
Due to their permanent application and the gentle nature of the porcelain, veneers will cause you to give up some favorite snacks and stop a few everyday habits.
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If you have diabetes, chances are you've had more difficulty with your oral health than those in your life who do not have this disease. Chronically elevated blood sugar levels compromise health in many ways, contributing to kidney problems, prolonged wound healing, and nerve damage. In regards to dental health, diabetes is associated with severe gum disease, which can lead to tooth loss. Historically, those with diabetes have been considered high-risk for dental implants, but encouraging new research shows that assumption to be false.
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If you care for an adult with Down syndrome or if you have a child with the disorder, then you should know that people with Down syndrome often form gum disease conditions. This occurs due to a poor or impaired immune system. A dentist can help to keep gingivitis at bay with regular six month cleanings, but you also need to do your part to make sure that periodontal disease does not become a concern.
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