Everything You Need To Know About Stainless Steel Crowns
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6 June 2016
Stainless steel crowns are not the most popular choice for a few different reasons, including their less natural appearance. But if a dentist has recommended crowns, it may be beneficial to learn more about stainless steel crowns before making any decisions.
What Are Stainless Steel Crowns?
The crowns are made of nickel, manganese, carbon, iron and several other metals. They are mostly used on babies and children. This is because they do not require a lot of the teeth to be filed down, and they are easier to get into a child's mouth than an adult.
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Everything You Need To Know About Zirconia Ceramic Crowns
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6 June 2016
Zirconia ceramic crowns are a lot more popular than gold or porcelain crowns because they are extremely durable and biocompatible. They are, however, a little on the expensive side. As you are trying to decide whether or not zirconia ceramic crowns are the best crowns for your teeth, it may help to take a closer look at the benefits and drawbacks of choosing this type of dental crowns for your teeth.
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Tiny Teeth, Huge Advances: How Saving Baby Teeth Can Improve Your Health
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6 June 2016
Chances are, when you got to the age that your baby teeth started falling out, you eagerly looked forward to each one leaving your mouth, as it heralded a visit from the Tooth Fairy with a shiny coin or two to add to your piggy bank. But it turns out that your teeth are worth a bit more than the Tooth Fairy is willing to pay – those teeth contain stem cells within their pulp, and saving them could end up restoring your health later in life.
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2 Tips For Preventing Tartar Buildup Around Your Removable Partial Dentures
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6 June 2016
Removable partial dentures can be a convenient solution to fixing a few missing teeth. They can easily be accessed when it comes time to clean them. However, unless your partial dentures are cleaned properly, they will accumulate food and other debris. This will turn into plaque and harden into tartar. If your partial dentures have a tan discoloration, then this may be a sign of tartar buildup. Allowing tartar to build up on your dentures can be dangerous for your teeth.
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