Beverly Rose DMD Blog

When you’re watching your little one develop in the early stages of life, every milestone passed is a celebratory moment, whether it’s saying the first words, taking those initial steps or losing his or her primary teeth. You want to make sure, though, that he or she is on track, developmentally. Thus, you wonder when the primary teeth should begin falling out. As you read on, your dentist in Melbourne answers that question and much more.

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You’re no stranger to the fact that flossing is recommended as part of your oral hygiene regimen, but you’ve mainly only heard about it serving as a means to remove food lodged between your teeth. Your dentist in Melbourne says there is so much more to it, though. She’ll explain the benefits of flossing and how it serves as a major part of preventive care as you continue reading.

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Your little one is just about to develop their first tooth, so you know it’s about time to start thinking about finding a dentist in Melbourne for them. You’ve asked around to your friends and they’ve all referred you to “the best pediatric dentist in town.” However, you can’t imagine having to bring some of your family to one practice and you yourself visiting another.

The truth is that you don’t have to! In fact, your child would benefit greatly from going to the same dental practice that you visit right along with you. Learn more about why it’s best to bring the whole family to one comprehensive dental practice in this week’ blog post.

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You’ve been experiencing very uncomfortable bouts of tooth pain and really need some relief. The first dentist you visited for an examination said you’re suffering from advanced tooth decay and suggests a tooth extraction, but you’re not fond of that idea. “Is there another option for treatment?” You wonder. Your dentist in Melbourne says you may be a candidate for a root canal. As you continue reading, she’ll explain everything you need to know about the procedure and why, if possible, it’s the better option.

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Believe it or not, your parents may have given you more than your height and hair color. You may have actually inherited oral health problems depending on your family’s genetics.

That’s right, oral health issues can stem from your family tree’s hereditary base. That means you may be at higher risk for developing certain conditions, despite how good your dental hygiene practices are. To get a better picture of your risks, find out if your relatives have a history of any of the following conditions. Learn more from your dentist in Melbourne in this week’s blog post.

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Studies show that 10 million Americans currently suffer from serious eating disorders like anorexia, bulimia and binge eating. Many people endure these problems alone for fear of ridicule and shame, but your dentist in Melbourne says these disorders affect the whole body, including your mouth. Therefore, it’s worth taking the time to educate yourself on these conditions. Learn more about them and the means of prevention.

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When you have tuna salad sandwich, your mouth will definitely remind you off all the fish and tuna you had for lunch. But, that’s not the only thing that your mouth can tell you. Any problems with your gums, teeth, and tongue can give you signs that concerns issues with the rest of your body. Your dentist in Melbourne is here to tell you about your mouth’s red flags.

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