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Is Natural Toothpaste Actually Better Than Fluoride Toothpaste?

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  Walk down the oral care aisle and half the displays will feature a certain word: "natural". Products such as charcoal, coconut oil, baking soda, clay, and herbal extracts, imply that their ingredients are healthier than the typical toothpaste. However, when it comes to actual cavity protection, how does what you buy affect your dental hygiene? It turns out that the most important question is actually pretty simple. It all boils down to this: if a company has scientifically proven evidence behind their product claims while also delivering exactly what your teeth need, you're probably looking at a great purchase. The ingredient you should be most concerned with, is simply called Fluoride What Makes a Toothpaste Work Toothpaste really only has two jobs. The brushing motion physically knocks plaque and food debris off your teeth, and the active ingredients do something chemical once they're there. Fluoride is what covers that second job. It strengthens enamel, h...

Emergency Dental Care in Houston TX | Emergency Dental Service

Watch our informative video to learn how Emergency Dental Services helps patients receive prompt care for unexpected dental emergencies. Discover the importance of treating severe toothaches, cracked teeth, dental infections, and oral injuries quickly to protect your oral health. For Emergency Dental Care in Houston TX , call 1-888-350-1340.

Can Seasonal Allergies Cause Tooth Pain? Dr. Misty Brown Explains for Fort Worth Patients

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  When allergy season starts up in Fort Worth, people expect to see a variety of symptoms. They see itchy eyes, sneezing, stuffed up sinuses and congested nasal passages. One symptom that patients tend to be surprised about when they come into our offices however, is tooth pain. As a result, we see a number of patients each year who come in for what they think is an emergency, such as a cavity or infection, but it turns out to be a seasonal allergy causing referred pain. However, it is also important not to brush off tooth pain as "just allergies" because patients often come in for what they think is a cavity or infection, but it turns out to be an allergy. Knowing the difference can help you determine whether you can wait or if you should come into the office.   How Can Allergies Make Your Teeth Hurt? The connection is in your maxillary sinuses, located just above your upper teeth. During allergy season, pollen or other allergens can get trapped in the nasal passag...

The Hidden Impact of Autoimmune Diseases on Your Teeth and Gums

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When people think about autoimmune diseases, they often picture joint pain, skin rashes, digestive problems, or chronic fatigue. Few realize that the mouth is frequently one of the first places these conditions leave visible signs. In fact, dentists are often among the first healthcare professionals to notice changes that may point to an underlying autoimmune disorder. More than 24 million Americans have an autoimmune disease, and the number is growing. Autoimmune diseases develop when the immune system begins attacking the body’s healthy cells by mistake, thinking they are foreign substances. Each autoimmune disease has a unique impact on the body, but many have one particularly serious effect in common: inflammation. Inflammation, along with loss of saliva control and other immune-suppressing drugs, can have devastating consequences for your teeth and gums. Understanding these hidden connections can help patients recognize warning signs early and prevent minor dental problems fro...