5 Dental Anesthesia Options & Everything You NEED to KNOW About Them

Let's talk about all the different types of dental anesthesia, including the benefits, side effects, and how long each one lasts!  We'll go over: local anesthetic (the numbing injection), nitrous oxide (aka laughing gas), oral sedation (medication such as pills), IV sedation (twilight), and general anesthesia.

The 5 types of dental anesthesia, side effects, efficacy, and who can offer them will vary from office to office. Not all dentists offer or are trained to provide the same types of dental sedation. Lighter options like local anesthetic and nitrous oxide are in most offices, whereas IV sedation or general anesthesia are typically used in oral surgery clinics and outpatient facilities. Your dentist can help you identify the best sedative/anesthesia for your situation. No two are alike! Always be sure to review your medical history and talk to your dental provider about the risks involved in the type of sedative you choose.

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Ingredients of Toothpaste : Abrasives

Abrasives constitute 8-20% of a typical toothpaste. These insoluble particles are designed to help remove plaque from the teeth. The removal of plaque inhibits the accumulation of tartar (calculus) helping to minimize the risk of gum disease. Representative abrasives include particles of aluminum hydroxide (Al(OH)3), calcium carbonate (CaCO3), magnesium carbonate(MgCo3), sodium bicarbonate, various calcium hydrogen phosphates, various silicas and zeolites, and hydroxyapatite (Ca5(PO4)3OH).

Abrasives, like the dental polishing agents used in dentists' offices, also cause a small amount of enamel erosion which is termed "polishing" action. Some brands contain powdered white mica, which acts as a mild abrasive, and also adds a cosmetically pleasing glittery shimmer to the paste. The polishing of teeth removes stains from tooth surfaces, but has not been shown to improve dental health over and above the effects of the removal of plaque and calculus.

The abrasive effect of toothpaste is indicated by its RDA value. Toothpastes with RDA values above 250 are potentially damaging to the surfaces of teeth. The American National Standards Institute and American Dental Association considers toothpastes with an RDA below 250 to be safe and effective for a lifetime of use.

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Toothpaste

Toothpaste is a paste or gel dentifrice used with a toothbrush to clean and maintain the aesthetics and health of teeth. Toothpaste is used to promote oral hygiene: it is an abrasive that aids in removing dental plaque and food from the teeth, assists in suppressing halitosis, and delivers active ingredients (most commonly fluoride) to help prevent tooth decay (dental caries) and gum disease (gingivitis). Owing to differences in composition and fluoride content, not all toothpastes are equally effective in maintaining oral health. The decline of tooth decay during the 20th century has been attributed to the introduction and regular use of fluoride-containing toothpastes worldwide. Large amounts of swallowed toothpaste can be toxic. Common colors for toothpaste include white (sometimes with colored stripes or green tint) and blue.

Toothpastes are generally useful to maintain dental health. Toothpastes containing fluoride are effective at preventing tooth decay. Toothpastes may also help to control and remove plaque build-up, promoting healthy gums. A 2016 systematic review indicated that using toothpaste when brushing the teeth does not necessarily impact the level of plaque removal. However, the active ingredients in toothpastes are able to prevent dental diseases with regular use.

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can you OVER BRUSH your teeth!?

Let's talk about what happens if you brush your teeth too much!

Brushing your teeth more often than the recommended two minutes twice a day is perfectly fine. But only as long as you’re not being overzealous and overbrushing. Teeth are hard but not indestructible. If you scrub too aggressively or use stiff toothbrush bristles, it’s only a matter of time before you do permanent damage to your teeth and gums.

 

If you’re having a hard time breaking an aggressive scrub-brushing habit, work with your dentist or hygienist to find a solution. It could be as simple as changing your toothbrush or the way you hold it. By brushing correctly (and not overbrushing teeth), you can prevent unnecessary tooth pain, aesthetic damage, or the need for restorative treatments later on down the road.

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Patient Services : Crowns

Crowns cover and strengthen broken or decayed teeth. Crowns look natural and give you a healthy smile. When the size of a filling exceeds a certain proportion of the tooth, it must be replaced with a cap also called a crown. Porcelain crowns look very natural and don’t have a dark metal line. They reflect light with a natural healthy glow. Porcelain crowns can make even the ugliest teeth look like a movie star smile!

New CEREC™ Restoration System

We now offer the newest in permanent restoration technology! With the new CEREC™ system, we can do crowns, onlay and inlay restoration procedures in just one office visit saving you both time and money!

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Patient Services : Whitening

Whiten your teeth to a healthy, younger look. As part of aging, your teeth yellow with time. Now, with the help of Dr. Burton, your teeth can be whitened safely and comfortably, in as little as two weeks. When done by a qualified dentist, this process has proven to be safe to your natural teeth and previous dental care. As you can see, tooth whitening can substantially improve the brightness of your smile. The below photo also includes the use of bonding to even out the teeth and fill gaps and chips.

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Is it Possible To Remove Tartar At Home

Let's talk about WHY it's NOT safe to attempt tartar removal yourself at-home, and HOW to properly remove plaque (since plaque IS what should be getting removed daily)!

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Patient Services : Fillings

Replace your old, blackened mercury fillings with the new, safe tooth-colored replacements. These advanced materials make your mouth look and feel natural and unscarred. All your teeth can look shiny and white with these new materials.

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Patient Services : Veneers

Veneers are the ultimate smile enhancement tool! They will strengthen and beautify your teeth. Painlessly repair broken, stained or crooked teeth with a natural enamel replacement. Veneers are often used for “instant” orthodontics. Repairing teeth due to injury or wear-even slight straightening- is quick, painless and affordable with today’s natural and long lasting materials. Veneers are like giving your smile a new wardrobe. Natural looking veneers can quickly repair even deeply stained or discolored teeth.

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How To Clean Retainers and Night Guards

In this video you'll learn how to properly clean and properly store your retainers (essix and hawley) and night guards AND how to keep them free of bad odors and staining.  DISCLAIMER: The best recommendations come directly from the manufacturer's instructions (the dentist or dental lab that fabricated your mouth piece) so ALWAYS ask their instructions in cleaning your mouth piece.  The instructions in this video are only generalized instructions, which may differ from one manufacturer to another.

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