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How to Make Dental Fillings Last Longer?
Some parts of this article are taken directly from our Tooth Decay Masterclass. Dental fillings are used to fill a tooth after a cavity (tooth decay) has been removed. Every filling has its estimated lifespan, but you can affect this in many ways (mostly by shortening it), and this is why in this article we will comprehensively describe all the important aspects of fillings durability and lifespan. 1. Types of fillings These days there are three most common types of dental fillings or restorations, each having a different estimated lifespan: Composite resins (so-called white fillings), longevity studies: [1], [2] – they are made from mix of acrylic and ceramic resins…
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Heal Tooth Decay – Masterclass: eBook + Consultation
You can sign for BETA version of our course right now! It’s $99 (ninety-nine US dollars), if you are interested just contact us via the contact form. If you sign up for BETA you will get all of the final publications free of charge (when they are ready). At DentalFreak we are obsessed with tooth decay. By far this is our favorite dental topic to research and write about! We have read almost all books on caries (tooth decay) out there and could not find one that we could genuinely recommend, which is why we decided to make our own ebook. But it does not stop there – we believe…
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DIY Dental Checkups – Self-Checking and Diagnosing Teeth for Cavities
This article is under development, please check back later for more information. Before reading the article please read the disclaimer and be sure that you have fully understood it. Caution! This article is for dental nerds or people who would love to see and know more than a regular patient. Please be aware that self-checking your teeth does not substitute checkups performed by a dentist and it should not prolong intervals between seeing your dentist. If anything, it should make you visit your dentist sooner if you notice any spots that bother you. In this article you will learn the following skills: professional naming of teeth and their surfaces what…
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Book Review: Kiss Your Dentist Goodbye by Ellie Phillips
Where can I get this book? It’s available on Amazon in paperback or Kindle formatclick here to buy Kiss Your Dentist Goodbye We had huge expectations regarding this book as it was marketed as an alternative approach to dental health problems. So rather than the classic brush and floss (or drill and fill) approach, she recommends remineralization, which (if possible – when damage is still reversible) is always superior and less invasive than traditional dentistry. The main idea of the book is her System for healthy teeth, which is a form of a protocol that (if followed carefully) should give you good long-term outcomes and in some cases could actually…
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Cavities and Tooth Decay – Heal, Reverse Naturally, Fix and Prevent
Cavities and tooth decay is the no. 1 topic so we have decided to write a detailed article with Q&A section answering every question you have ever asked us! We are also planning to release the whole book on this subject so please check back soon in a couple of weeks! This article is on how to heal tooth decay (reverse cavities) naturally, that is without drilling. It does NOT mean that you shouldn't consult the case with your dentist. Having bitewing x-rays and the opinion of your dentist is priceless information about your chances for success! So please keep in mind that it's the dentist who is making calls…
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Tooth Decay – Prevention, Treatment, Questions and Answers
There are many questions you ask about tooth decay and cavities in general. This is why we are preparing this article focused on all these matters. As it is currently still a work in progress we encourage you to check back soon in couple of weeks! Supplements for tooth decay There is no specific supplement that can treat or prevent tooth decay. However, there are certain vitamins and minerals that are essential for maintaining healthy teeth and gums. These include calcium, vitamin D, and fluoride. Calcium is the main component of teeth and is important for maintaining strong, healthy teeth. Vitamin D helps the body absorb calcium and is also…
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Dental Fillings – do I Need One? Types, Questions and Answers
You asked us many questions regarding dental fillings – what are they, when do you need one, and what to expect after having such a procedure done. That is why we have prepared detailed answers to all of your questions asked so far! If you have a different question that’s not answered below please leave it in the comments section and we will respond as soon as we read it! What is tooth filling? A tooth filling is a dental procedure in which a dentist fills a cavity in a tooth. A cavity is a hole that forms in the tooth when the tooth enamel breaks down and bacteria infect…
