Infographic: Porcelain vs Metal Dental Crowns
You need A Dental Crown? You Have Options. Here’s The Scoop On Dental Crowns, By The Numbers. 70 Pounds Per Square Inch. The Force Exerted By Back Molars When Chewing. …
What You Should Know About Oral Cancer
It doesn’t get a lot of attention in the media, but oral cancer is a serious and potentially fatal condition that affects thousands of American each year. Here’s the good news: if oral cancer is caught early enough, it’s usually treatable. That’s why it’s so important to see a dentist in St. Petersburg, FL for …
What Is TMJ and How Is it Treated?
If you have pain in your jaw, you could be suffering from a broad category of joint and muscle disorders that affect your temporomandibular joint. Located right in front of your ear, it’s the joint where your lower jaw bone called the mandible connects with your temporal bone. Temporomandibular joint and muscle disorders are more …
What Causes Dry Mouth?
If you experience dry mouth, you’re certainly not alone. According to the American Dental Association, up to 65 percent of the population experiences dry mouth. The condition is characterized by a sticky, dry feeling in your mouth and throat. You may also feel like your mouth is burning or have difficulty swallowing, chewing or talking. …
How to Help Your Kids Overcome Their Fear of the Dentist
It’s quite common for children to fear coming to the dentist. As a parent, you can help overcome their anxiety and start them on a lifelong path to good oral health. Here are five tips to help your child overcome a fear of the dentist. 1. Start early The American Dental Association recommends your child …
Common Causes of Sensitive Teeth
Common Causes of Sensitive Teeth Tooth sensitivity is one of the biggest complaints dentists in St Petersburg get from their patients. Sensitive teeth make eating uncomfortable and brushing painful. There are effective treatments for tooth sensitivity, but it’s important to know what’s causing the problem. That way, your dentist can recommend the appropriate course of …
How Do You Get Cavities?
How Do You Get Cavities? Cavities are spots in your teeth where the enamel has decayed. The hole or “cavity” must be filled by a dentist in St. Petersburg or the problem will cause more damage to your teeth. Why do cavities occur? You probably know it has to do with sugar and not brushing …
When to Start Taking Kids to the Dentist
When to Start Taking Kids to the Dentist Children should visit the dentist when they are two to three years old. At Klement Family Dental, we do a complimentary Happy Visit for young children before their 3rd birthday. During this visit, we introduce them to the office and lean them back in the chair so …
How You Can Use the Tooth Fairy as a Dental Health Teaching Tool
At Klement Family Dental, parents often ask us how to instill good oral hygiene habits in their kids. We’ve offered some tips on our blog which you can read here. While these tips will certainly help you show your kids the importance of regular brushing and flossing, consider using another tactic: the Tooth Fairy. The …
Warning Signs of Impacted Wisdom Teeth
These days, it’s common for dentists to recommend wisdom teeth be removed before you even realize these third molars are there. Even so, you should be aware of the warning signs of impacted wisdom teeth so you can talk with your dentist in St. Petersburg, FL about the problem. …
