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One of the many reasons why children may grind their teeth involves the alignment of their upper and lower jaw. Misaligned teeth can often lead to this condition (known as bruxism). A morning headache is often the first symptom.

Key takeaways:

– The pain associated with misalignment could result in grinding.

– Misaligned teeth can cause stress; another factor.

– Don’t ignore the problem; talk to your dentist about treatment to help preserve your child’s teeth.

“Children who have a misaligned bite may be more prone to grinding their teeth.”

Learn more:

https://yourdentalhealthresource.com/how-to-prevent-and-treat-your-childs-teeth-grinding/

When you have persistent bad breath and your dentist has ruled out an oral health issue, you will need to change your oral hygiene and other habits. There are also actions you can take:

– Brush your teeth twice a day, floss regularly and use a mouthwash

– Scrape your tongue (you can buy toothbrushes with scrapers)

– Avoid foods that leave a lingering smell and after-taste

– Chew mint flavoured gum as this will keep your mouth moist

“It’s easy to improve your breath and keep your teeth and gums healthy at the same time.”

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From about the age of six, children’s baby teeth begin to loosen and fall out to make room for the first permanent teeth. At this point it may be tempting for parents to speed the process along and pull the teeth themselves but this is a mistake.

Don’t try to pull the tooth yourself as it can cause:

– Unnecessary pain

– Bleeding

– Infections

It is best to let nature take its course and any extraction should only be performed by a dentist to “encourage proper tooth development” and avoid complications. Further guidance on this topic can be found at https://yourdentalhealthresource.com/can-you-pull-your-childs-loose-teeth-or-should-they-fall-out-naturally/

Menopause sees the onset of hormone changes ending the menstrual cycle for a woman. These hormone changes can also affect dental health and your dentist can advise on best practices during this transition.

Key takeaways:

– Dry mouth through low levels of estrogen can impact on teeth enamel as saliva helps protect from bacteria.

– Regular dentist check-ups help identify issues such as loose teeth due to osteoporosis from lower estrogen levels.

– Menopause can worsen existing gum disease, leading to loose teeth, infection and tooth sensitivity.

“However, osteoporosis can affect alveolar bone as well, which is the bone that helps support teeth in the jaw. If alveolar bone becomes less dense, it can lead to loose teeth and even tooth loss.”

Read the full story here

https://yourdentalhealthresource.com/can-menopause-impact-dental-health/

Prevention is always better than cure and the best way to avoid cavities is to keep gums and teeth in top condition. This involves proper brushing and flossing as well as regular check-ups at the dentist.

What we eat and drink also plays a crucial role in the well-being of teeth and certain items are far better than others. Foods and drinks to be avoided, or kept to a minimum, include:

– Fizzy, sugar-laden drinks

– Sweets and crisps

– Dried raisins and chewy fruit snacks

Plain tap water is the “healthiest drink option” as it contains fluoride and also rinses the oral cavity to keep teeth and gums clean. More tips can be found at https://healthminute.org/2018/11/5-ways-to-keep-your-teeth-cavity-free/