Jean E. Barthman, DDS

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5 years ago

"Your molars are particularly vulnerable to cracks because they absorb most of the force during chewing. There may or may not be noticeable symptoms, but make a dental appointment right away anyway. Your dentist can look at the molar and determine how minor or serious the crack is. A minor crack may only be a cosmetic issue, but serious fractures do require treatment." 

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5 years ago

"Bad breath affects an estimated 25 percent of people. There are a number of possible causes of halitosis, but the vast majority come down to oral hygiene. Here are some key points about bad breath. Bad breath is estimated to affect 1 in 4 people globally. The most common cause of halitosis is bad oral hygiene. If particles of food are left in the mouth, their breakdown by bacteria produces sulfur compounds. Keeping the mouth hydrated can reduce mouth odor." 

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5 years ago

"Teeth crack because of a variety of issues, including: pressure from teeth grinding, fillings so large they weaken the integrity of the tooth, chewing or biting hard foods, such as ice, nuts, or hard candy blows to the mouth, such as might happen with any accident." 

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5 years ago

"Toothpaste is abrasive and creates microscopic scratches where food and plaque can build up. Like natural teeth, dentures must be brushed daily to remove food and plaque. Brushing also helps prevent the development of permanent stains on the dentures. Use a brush with soft bristles that is specifically designed for cleaning dentures. Avoid using a hard-bristled brush as it can damage or wear down dentures. Gently brush all surfaces of the denture and be careful not to damage the plastic or bend attachments. In between brush... read more

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5 years ago

"Even when happy, some people resist smiling. Or they cover their mouth with their hand. Their crooked teeth embarrass them. That’s when you need to see an orthodontist. Orthodontists are dentists with advanced training in making teeth move. They can realign crooked teeth into a straight, healthy smile." 

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5 years ago

"Your teeth are like your laundry: The right approach will remove many stains. Foods, medications, tobacco, and trauma are some of the things that can discolor your teeth. " 

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5 years ago

"Ideally, human teeth would line up as neatly as the keys on a piano. Unfortunately, many people must contend with crooked teeth, crowded smiles, or poorly aligned bites." 

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5 years ago

How to Properly Clean Invisalign® Aligners 

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5 years ago

"A toothache or tooth pain is caused when the nerve in the root of a tooth or surrounding a tooth is irritated. Dental (tooth) infection, decay, injury, or loss of a tooth are the most common causes of dental pain."