Meth abuse is becoming widespread across parts of Australia, and if you are a former meth user who has recently quit, you may find that you face significant issues with your dental health. While it is unfortunately impossible to reverse the effects of meth, you can take steps to stop the path of destruction that may already be happening in your mouth.
1. Schedule regular cleanings and fluoride treatments
Unfortunately, meth abuse often results in serious tooth decay that is similar to childhood caries.
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If you want your child to live a life with no braces, there are things you can do. Although you cannot totally sidestep the need for braces in every case, you can take steps to minimise the chances that your child will need them. Here's what you should consider through every step of your parenting journey:
1. Breastfeed your baby
If it is possible for you to breastfeed your baby, try to do so.
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If you happen to afraid of dogs, or snakes, or any kind of animal, you've probably heard it before: they're more afraid of you than you are of them. The same probably can't be said of your dentist.
Why is this fear of dentists so common? Maybe it is fear of the pain. Maybe it's the fear that a major problem will be found and the repairs will be expensive. A dentist offers an important, necessary service, and if you or someone you know has a fear of sitting in that chair with an open mouth, it's time to deal with it.
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A dental implant consists of a porcelain tooth connected to a titanium rod. The tooth is made to match the colour of your natural teeth and the rod is screwed into your gum. After a few months the titanium rod will have fused with your jawbone, so it's a permanent solution for replacing one or more missing teeth. Here are three reasons to opt for dental implants when replacing missing teeth:
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Bonding is one of the many cosmetic dentistry procedures that can be carried out to correct various dental anomalies. Read on to learn what bonding is, when it's done and if you should consult your cosmetic dentist about it.
What is bonding?
Bonding is a dental cosmetic procedure that involves adding a composite resin material to your teeth in order to reclaim areas that are worn or damaged. The cosmetic dentist mixes a resin material, which is usually white in color and tweaked to have the same shade as your teeth.
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