The History of Dentistry
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Dentures and Dental Appointments: 3 Important Reasons for Denture Wearers to Visit Their Dentist
A costly mistake that new full denture wearers sometimes make is to assume that they no longer need to see a dentist. After all, they don't have any teeth. What could go wrong? But teeth or no teeth, your oral health is still important. Even a person with no remaining natural teeth can suffer dental complications—especially if they are a denture wearer. If you have recently replaced your teeth with dentures, or plan to in the near future, you should plan to visit your dentist at least once a year.
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Finding and Selecting a Dentist for your Child
Whether your child's smile is bright with pearly whites or cute with a gum of freshly-sprouted teeth, regular visits to the dentist can ensure that he/she maintains a healthy smile for a long time. Just as you take finding a pediatrician for your child seriously, you should use the same seriousness in finding a pediatric or children's dentist. This is because finding a dental professional that your child is comfortable with can help you avoid any emergency dental issues as your child grows.
Ever since I was a little girl, I have loved stories about the past. Whether the stories were about horses, wars, exploration or even dentistry, I loved to hear them. I find that knowing the history of something helps it to make sense and feel approachable. I know that some people have dental anxiety, and I too have suffered, but I also feel like the more you know about dental work and its history, the easier it is. This blog is dedicated to exploring the history of dentistry – What did ancient people use for fillings? How did early dentists numb their patients? Who was the first dentist? Those are just some of the questions I plan to answer here. Ready? Okay, let's dive into the history of dentistry together!