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When does thumb-sucking become damaging to the teeth?
Generally, if the child has stopped sucking his/her thumb by age 5 there is no permanent damage. If the child is a vigorous and constant thumbsucker, however, there can be moderate to severe movement of teeth and prevention of normal bone growth.
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Should my child wear a mouthguard while playing sports?
It is strongly recommended that children wear a mouthguard while playing any contact sport. It is always better to prevent an injury than to repair one. The earlier a child begins to wear the mouthguard, the easier it is to become comfortable and continue to wear it as they get older.
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What should I do if my child gets a tooth knocked out?
If the tooth is a permanent tooth, time is extremely crucial. Immediately stick the tooth back in the socket. Don't worry about getting it in straight or having it turned backwards, just get it in the socket and immediately call your dentist. If you are uncomfortable placing the tooth in the socket, put it in a glass of milk and get your child to the dentist as quickly as possible. If the tooth is a baby tooth, do not put it in the socket because damage to the permanent tooth can occur. When in doubt, put the tooth in milk and see your dentist immediately.
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What causes gum disease?
Gum (periodontal) disease is caused by bacteria. These bacteria, if left along the gumline, will irritate the gums and cause an inflammation reaction. The gums then begin to bleed and swell allowing the bacteria to go deeper under the gumline. If the inflammation is allowed to continue, the bone will begin to demineralize and dissolve. As the bone dissolves around the teeth, the teeth become unsupported and will fall out. Unfortunately, pain does not occur until the final stages of the disease and treatment at that time has very little chance of being successful. If your gums bleed regularly, seek treatment as soon as possible.
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Mission Dental Arts
26302 La Paz Road, Suite 109
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
(949) 472-4300
We want you to have a perfect smile so we now offer ORTHODONTICS and INVISALIGN. Please call our office to receive a free consultation.
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Dr. Almajano will be attending a seminar on the following dates:
• May 24 to 26, 2010 at Spears Institute in Arizona to attend Restoration Design Course. This seminar will talk about new techniques in Restorations and Aesthetic Dentistry.
• June 3 to 5, 2010 at Spears Institute in Arizona for Faculty Club Seminar.
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Free Teeth Whitening:
* A $350 value of teeth whitening kit all for free when you do your routine cleaning, x-rays and dental examination with us.
Free Sports Mouthguard:
* For kids and teens with completed new patient exam and cleaning. Offer ends soon.
New Patient Promo:
* This includes Regular Cleaning ( does not cover periodontal disease, Comprehensive Dental examination, TMJ examination, Oral Cancer Screening and Full Mouth X-ray all for only $170 ( reg. $300)
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