Dos: When you are not wearing you dentures keep them in cool water or dentist advise denture solution Don’t. Do not use hot water or put them in a dry place as this can cause your dentures to warp or dry out. Making them ill fitting

Do not put your dentures in a paper towel as not only will a paper towel absorb the moisture but it can be mistaken for trash and be toss out.

Keep your dentures safe from small kids and dogs. Kids love to play with most anything they find. Dentures in a child hands tends to not hold up well. Also pets like dogs may find your dentures if they are not kept in a safe place and then you may as well start saving your money for a new set of dentures. In conclusion making sure you take good care of your dentures will make them last long and therefore save you money from having to get new ones sooner then necessary.

If you enjoy candy try and avoid sticky candies and sweets. If you eat sweets, go for those that clear out of your mouth quickly. The effects of chocolate on preventing cavities has been widely promoted. Although it has not been totally proven to be the case. But the ADA states that chocolate washes off the teeth more quickly than other candies. Dark chocolate (70% cacao) does have some health benefits. Some studies have shown chocolate is not as bad as other sugary treats.

Primary teeth (Baby Teeth) are just as important as the permanent teeth (Adult Teeth).  Typically primary teeth begin to appear when the baby is between ages six month and one year.   Primary teeth serve many functions such as chewing, speaking and holding the space in the jaw for permanent teeth.

The American Dental Association advises that a baby should be examine by a dentist within six months after the first tooth comes in but now later then their first birthday.    For a baby the first dental visit is a well baby checkup for their teeth. The dentist will check for tooth decay and other problems.  In addition the dentist will be able to show you how to clean your child teeth properly and how to evaluate any adverse habits such as thumb-sucking.

One should keep in mind that dentures are fragile and they should be handle carefully to avoid braking them. Dentures do not like to be droop and there is a high chance that they will brake when you do. So be careful when cleaning them. A good idea is when cleaning your dentures stand on a soft towel or rug so if you do accidentally drop them the chances are lower that they will brake.

You want to make sure the sink is full of water when cleaning so that if you do drop them they are safe You can wrap your dentures in a hand towel or keep them in their hard cover case when you are moving around your house with your dentures.  As soon as you are finish cleaning your dentures and you want to put them aside make sure you keep them soaked in warm or cold water or in your denture solution.

Proper denture care is important. Dentures even when covered by dental insurance can still be costly so making sure to take proper care of your dentures will help them last longer and safe you money in having to have them replaces sooner then necessary. You will want to use a soft bristle toothbrush in order to avoid damaging your dentures. You still need to brush your dentures carefully. Make sure you are careful not to damage the surface of your dentures or bend the attachments. You can clean your dentures is by using over the counter denture cleansers available in most food stores. Although you can use regular toothpaste I suggest avoiding them since dentures are sensitive and you can easy damage their surface, with abrasive toothpaste.  

Another cleaning option for dentures is by using an ultrasonic denture cleanser. However I suggest making sure you buy one that has been proven safe. DON’T. Do not use bleach when cleaning your dentures.  Also do not use vinegar as it can cause your dentures to dry out. Do not use house hold cleaners. Though there are some people that will use mild hand soup or dish soup I would not suggest doing so. If you do make sure you rinse them thoroughly in under the faucet with warm to cool water.

Chewing gum can be good for your teeth but not all gum is the same. If you enjoy chewing gum try and pick the sugarless chewing gum as it is another great saliva maker that removes food particles from your mouth

When your child needs urgent dental treatment, contact your dentist as soon as possible. If it is a permanent tooth try to find the tooth and/or missing pieces of that tooth to bring your dentist office.

Rinse the tooth gently in cool water if there is debris on it. DO NOT SCRUB IT OR CLEAN IT WITH ANY TYPE OF SOAP! If your child allows you to do so please try to replace the tooth in their socket and hold it there. You can use a clean gauze or a wash cloth for them to bite on if necessary. 
If you can’t put the tooth back in the socket, place the tooth in a clean container with milk, saliva, or water. Get to your dentist office immediately. The faster you act, the better your chances of saving the tooth.

As soon a your child teeth erupts tooth decay can occur.  There for once your child cuts their first tooth gently with a child size toothbrush and water. For children over the age of two you can brush their teeth with a pea sized amount of fluoride toothpaste. Make sure your child spits out the toothpaste and rinse with water.

Space maintainers are appliances made of metal or plastic that are custom fit to your child’s mouth. They are small and unobtrusive in appearance. Most children easily adjust to them after the first few days. Space maintainers hold open the empty space left by a lost tooth. They steady the remaining teeth, preventing movement until the permanent tooth takes its natural position in the jaw. It’s more affordable — and easier on your child — to keep teeth in normal positions with a space maintainer than to move them back in place with orthodontic treatment.

Green and black teas good for your teeth. Green and Black teas both contain polyphenols that interact with plaque bacteria. These substances either kill or hold back bacteria. This prevents bacteria from growing or making acid that attacks teeth. Depending on the type of water you use to brew your tea, a cup of tea can also be a source of fluoride.

When it comes to dental health cheese, milk, plain yogurt, and other dairy products helps to increase your saliva. Also the calcium and phosphates in milk, cheese, and other dairy products, help put back minerals your teeth might have lost due to other foods. They also help rebuild tooth enamel.

Prevention is key to good dental health in babies. To avoid early childhood caries while nursing, avoid at will breast feeding after the first primary teeth begin to erupt.  Babies should not fall to asleep with a bottle containing anything other then water.  Fruit juices or soda should not be provided in a baby bottle.  Offer these types of drinks in a cup and only with meals or snack time.

Did you know: According to the American Dental Association that foods with fiber can help keep your teeth and gums clean. Fiber rich foods also get your saliva flowing. Next to good home dental care, your saliva is your best natural defense against cavities and gum disease. About twenty minutes after you eat something that has sugars or starches, your saliva begins to reduce the effects of the acids and enzymes attacking your teeth. Saliva contains traces of calcium and phosphate. So it also restores minerals to areas of teeth that have lost them from the bacterial acids.

First you will want to eat for a healthy mouth by voiding sugary foods with meals. Also try to limit between-meal snacks. If you do crave a snack, choose something more nutritious. Drink more water and less soda. Fluoridated water can help prevent tooth decay where as soda and acid drink increasing your risk of tooth decay. Lastly make sure to brush your teeth twice a day and floss daily

healthy foods Fruits, vegetables, nuts, cheese and milk are foods for strong, healthy teeth. Foods with a lot of sugar are can be bad for teeth. Sugars in food stick to the teeth and bacteria (germs) gather in the sugar and cause plaque.

Plaque can melt the surface of teeth and cause decay. Brushing and flossing teeth keeps them clean and healthy. Brushing and flossing removes
bits of food and plaque.

Plaque is germs which can make teeth rot or decay. After each meal is a good time to brush or floss teeth but they should be brushed at least twice each day. Water Drink plenty of water during the day to help wash your teeth.

First there is a big difference between fresh cows milk and formula milk. (Also soy milk is not safe for teeth). Anyone who has prepared formula milk knows how sticky it can be on your fingers. The different sugars in formula milk will not be safe for a child’s teeth during a nap or before bed time.

Cow’s milk is completely different. Cow’s milk is actually protective of teeth and can be classified as safe. Research shows that if you consume cow’s milk in combination with products that would otherwise damage teeth (cookies perhaps ) the milk will be protective.

Heavy smoking can reduce milk supply. A study done on breastfeeding and smoking states that cigarette smoking significantly reduces breast milk production. On rare occasions cigarette smoke has caused symptoms in the breastfeeding baby such as nausea, vomiting, abdominal cramps, and diarrhea. Smoking can stop or inhibit the milk let-down reflex. Smoking has been linked to early weaning. Smoking can cause fussiness and colic. Nicotine levels in the breastfeeding mother’s blood and milk first increase and then decrease over time. It takes is 95 minutes for half of the nicotine to be eliminated from the body, otherwise known as half-life. Breastfeeding mothers should avoid smoking just before nursing and should never smoke while feeding her baby.

It is important to start flossing your child teeth as soon as they start to touch each other. Around two to two and half years old. Flossing makes a big difference in the prevention of cavities. Normally by the time your child start kinder garden he or she should be able to start flossing their own teeth. Even though your child may not have the skills yet to do a good job, you should supervise and give tips and pointers now and then to encourage good oral health care. Just like adults a child should floss their teeth every day. A good time is right before they go to bed but as long as they are flossing each day that is what is important.

Question: What can you do to ease teething pain?

Reply: You can give your baby a cold teething ring or frozen washcloth. You can also rub your baby’s teeth and gums with a clean finger. You may want to use Baby Orajel to help numb baby’s gums. And you can also ask you doctor for some baby Tylenol.

However what you never want to do is give your baby any aspirin. Since aspirin may cause Reye’s syndrome which is a serious illness. While the cause of Reye’s syndrome still remains unknown, there as been some research done that has established a link between Reye’s Syndrome and the use of aspirin. It has been advise by the U.S. Surgeon General, and the American Academy of Pediatrics that aspirin and combination products containing aspirin not be given to children under 19.