When Was Your Last Dental Checkup? Maintaining a clean and healthy smile is a continuous process. When done correctly, brushing and flossing your teeth can keep teeth safe for a short while; however, if you wait long enough until your next session, or if youre careless with how well you clean your teeth, then brushing and flossing may not be adequate to protect your smile from danger. Even if youre diligent with your toothbrush and floss, excessive plaque and tartar [...]
Do you have questions about dental sealants? If youve answered yes, then take care to read this article. Here, Dr. James Stewart, your Livonia dentist provides his patients with an FAQ to answer any questions surrounding dental sealants. Answers to Your Dental Sealants Questions Q1: What is a dental sealant? A1: A dental sealant is a thin, plastic coating that covers the chewing surfaces of teeth. Placing sealants is painless and provides extra protection against tooth decay. Should you choose [...]
Did you know that gum disease doesnt always develop from poor oral hygiene? Granted, a lack of proper dental care is one of the leading reasons for gum disease development, yet a number of alternative factors also increase your risk of the oral ailment. To teach his patients about the other causes of gum disease, Dr. James Stewart, your Livonia dentist provides this post. Know the Cause of Gum Disease Changes in hormones. Women and teens have an increased risk [...]
As far as headaches go, nothing tops migraines. These headaches oftentimes prove debilitating for sufferers and finding relief never seems to come fast enough. The cause of migraines stems from a number reasons. For some patients, its genetic and having bouts of migraines is very normal. For others, migraines may come from temporomandibular joint disorder (or TMD). With TMD, the jaw joints become clenched tightly enough to produce a migraine. Regardless of the reason for your migraine pain, having the [...]
Pediatric dentistry is specialized field of dentistry. In fact, pediatric dentists must undergo an additional two to three years of training before theyre certified to treat children. Therefore, if youre looking for a dentist for your children, a pediatric dentist is the way to go. Not only do they have expertise in this area, their dental practices cater to children, too. Your Livonia childrens dentist, Dr. James Stewart, discusses the types of treatments he offers that target the specific needs [...]
Eating habits follow a child for life, which is why starting sound eating habits at young age is critical. Not only is eating properly necessary for growing bodies, the right nutrition can maintain a smile healthy and strong. Dr. James Stewart, your Livonia family dentist, provides a proper nutrition guide to help parents and kids eat a little smarter to ensure your teeth and bodies become fortified daily. What Your Children Need to Eat Fruits and veggies. Throughout the day, [...]
From the first time that you visited the dentist until now, youve probably been told that a proper teeth cleaning regimen is a must at least twice a day; if you can brush after every meal, thats even better. While this advice may sound redundant, brushing routinely can not only save your teeth, it can keep your body healthy, too. To explain the consequences of insufficient brushing, your Livonia dentist, Dr. James Stewart, provides this information. Consequences of Brushing Only [...]
While having braces is quite common for teenagers, braces have become much more common amongst kids, too. Since baby teeth predict how and where adult will erupt, ensuring baby teeth remain well aligned is important. Despite this, some parents hold off on orthodontic treatment until their child is older. However, some dental ailments shouldnt wait until the problem has had a chance to worsen. To explain which ailments require correction at an early age, your Livonia childrens dentist, Dr. James [...]
Do you like to eat sweets or candy every now and then? Many people have a sweet tooth, though, choosing wisely beforehand can save your smile from need a cavity filling or two. Dr. James Stewart, your 48154 dentist explains which sweets prove better for your oral health and which ones to limit. Candies You Can Enjoy Virtually Carefree Sugar-free lollipops. If youre craving a sucker, try having the sugar-free variety. Not only does it cut-down on calories, the lessened [...]
During every routine dental visit, a few things happen: an exam, a cleaning, and x-rays, if youre due to have them done. The exam gives your dentist a chance to look for any abnormalities like weak spots in the enamel, gum swelling or bleeding, and sensitivity. The dental explorer ( that metal probe used during a dental exam) helps the dentist analyze the teeth that need more attention. The only problem with this method is that the dentist only knows [...]
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