Sen's Dental Clinic

Relieve a Toothache & Bleeding Gums Relieve a minor toothache or stop gums from bleeding whilst working on eliminating the actual causes as quickly as possible. Press a dampened tea bag against the cavity or sore gums and bite down gently. Tea numbs an aching tooth, sores and bleeding gums. Try placing some ice cubes wrapped in a few paper towels against bleeding gums . This will cool and numb them, making you less able to feel them. Rinse the mouth 3x a day with warm salt water . Try oil-pulling by swirling coconut around your mouth for up to 20 minutes. Be sure to spit it into the trash afterwards as the oil can block drains and do not swallow it. Afterwards rinse your mouth with warm salt water. For pain relief try this technique with cannabis infused coconut oil. Placing a hot water bottle under your pillowcase is also a good way to relieve pain . Chewing clove or using clove oil can also numb tooth pain . Try...

Protect Your Child Teeth Health Parents are responsible for protecting their children’s teeth as soon as teething begins. Washing an infant's gums is important even before the first tooth erupts. It’s vital to start practicing good oral hygiene at these early stages, before decay or damage can occur. In addition to caring for your child’s teeth through their baby and toddler years, parents must set the tone for their growing child. If you instill healthy oral hygiene habits early, your child will continue to care for their smile into their adolescence and adulthood . Wash your baby’s gums before the first tooth erupts. Use a soft, moist washcloth to clean your baby’s gums and mouth. Begin washing gums even before the first tooth appears. Applying toothpaste isn’t necessary before your baby’s first tooth erupts. You can also use a piece of sterile gauze that has been soaked in a saline solution, such as ¼ teaspoon of salt mixed with a cup of water . Brush...

Avoid Getting Canker Sores Canker sores, medically known as aphthous ulcers, are sores that occur on the soft tissues inside the mouth or at the base of your gums. They are not contagious but they can be painful and make eating difficult. Most canker sores go away on their own, though more complex canker sores that appear regularly may require a visit to your doctor or dentist. You can reduce the recurrence of canker sores by following good oral hygiene and by adjusting your diet and your lifestyle. If you develop canker sores, you should learn how to treat them properly. Use toothpaste that does not contain sodium lauryl sulfate. Sodium lauryl sulfate can be found in some commercial toothpastes and mouthwashes. SLS is often used as a cheap filler to help toothpaste thicken and foam up. But this additive has been shown to increase the likelihood of developing canker sores in your mouth.  Read the labels on toothpastes and mouthwashes to make sure they are free of ...

Strengthen Tooth Enamel Weak tooth enamel , which can be caused by diet, dry mouth, gastrointestinal issues, and stress, leaves you susceptible to tooth problems like cavities, chipping, and sensitivity . Demineralization, or weakening, can be turned around through changes in diet and oral hygiene. Advanced loss of tooth enamel may need to be addressed by a dentist through bonding, veneers, or crowns. Regulate what you eat and drink. Avoid the sugary, starchy, and acidic foods and drinks are those most likely to create the bacteria on your teeth that becomes acidic and attacks tooth enamel. This bacteria can cause the discoloration, sensitivity, and roughened teeth that are hallmarks of enamel loss. Improve your nutritional intake. Your body can strengthen weak enamel itself if given the necessary nutrients and minerals. Dark leafy vegetables, dairy, and protein-rich foods contain necessary nutrients. Drink water rather than soda or fruit juice . Inclu...

How to Avoid Tooth Decay Tooth decay is caused by plaque buildup on your teeth . Plaque forms when sugars in your mouth attract bacteria. Plaque is very acidic and causes the enamel of your teeth to erode away. This is the first part of cavity formation. As a cavity becomes bigger, bacteria from your mouth can invade the pulp of the tooth and cause inflammation that can progress into an infection known as an abscess. This process can cause a lot of pain and discomfort, not to mention very expensive dental bills for treatment. However, you can prevent tooth decay by practicing regular tooth brushing, flossing, eating the right foods, and seeing your dentist regularly for cleanings and checkups . Set up a brushing schedule. Ideally you should brush your teeth after every meal, but you should try to do so at least twice a day: once after breakfast and once before bed.  Make this part of your routine each morning and before bed.  If you incorporate tooth brus...