Little Rock Family Dental Care Blog

Catechins: What Are They & Why Are They Beneficial?

July 29, 2016

You may or may not have heard about what a catechin is, but it is an antioxidant that is well known for its dietary and health benefits. It’s found in a variety of forms (dark chocolate, red wine, açaí berries, pomegranates, goji berries, blackberries, broccoli & spinach), but the highest concentration of catechins are found in green and matcha green tea.

We have talked about the benefits of tea previously, but are going to specifically talk about the benefits of catechins and their overall health benefits. (more…)

Making A Case for High Quality Tea Instead of Coffee

July 9, 2015

High quality tea has been growing in popularity over the past 20 years, which is largely due to its previously unrecognized health benefits. However, did you know that high quality tea also has health benefits for your teeth in addition to overall health?

Tooth Benefits

Most teas, especially green teas, naturally contain catechins, which improve digestion, inhibit viral and bacterial infections, protect against oxidation in your brain and liver, and support healthy gums. Most teas also have significantly lower acidity levels than coffee – high levels of acidity in our bodies is detrimental and can lead to tooth and bone decay.

Just as there are multiple varieties of teas, 1500 give or take (not including herbal teas), there are a variety of benefits. White and green teas have a significantly lower possibility of staining your teeth, and most black teas have chemical properties that prevent plaque-building bacteria from sticking together as easily. (more…)

Pros & Cons of Dental Implants

June 26, 2015

If you’re missing a tooth or needing to have one replaced, dental implants may be a good option for you to look into. There are many reasons implants are appealing options for tooth replacement, but there are also factors that need to be taken into consideration before making a decision since despite their utility, dental implants are not for everyone.

Pros
Pain experienced from eating, speaking, or daily use is often cured with dental implants. There is a very high success rate for procedures of this kind, and with regular maintenance, they have the capability to last a lifetime.

Additionally, modern tooth replacement and dental implant procedures have been common in the dental community for the past 50 years. First-rate dental implants and procedures can be expected, especially from Little Rock Family Dental Care. (more…)

Home Remedies for Temporary Tooth Pain Relief

June 22, 2015

We’ve all experienced tooth pain before. Most likely, it was at a time when we aren’t able to get to our dentist’s office right away; maybe because of work, school, prior commitments or your dentist just doesn’t have immediate availability. This post is going to help you explore different ways to alleviate your pain temporarily so that you can make it to your dentist appointment without the relentlessness of tooth pain throughout the day(s) leading to your dental visit.

Some of these tactics you may have heard of before, others you’re probably reading about for the first time. Either way, they are worth trying because we all know that tooth pain has the capacity to be some of the most uncomfortable pain you can experience (especially with how often we use our mouths throughout our day by eating, talking, brushing our teeth etc.).

1.) Garlic – It contains natural antibiotics and other medicinal qualities. There are a couple of ways to leverage the effects of garlic. First of which is to mix a garlic clove (or garlic powder) with table salt. You may apply it directly to the affected tooth or you may chew on 1 or 2 cloves predominantly with your affected tooth. This is most effective after several days of doing it. (more…)

What is Dental Bonding and How do I Know if I Need it?

May 19, 2015

You’ve probably heard of the term “dental bonding” before; it’s used to fix a myriad of different dental issues. In a lot of cases it’s used cosmetically to repair the aesthetic of a tooth (or teeth). In those instances a dentist will use what is called “tooth colored composite resin.” In other cases though, dental bonding serves as a function, protecting a tooth from further decay, sensitivity or to replace enamel. Even the simplest of things that you routinely go to the dentist for are fixed up through dental bonding or dental filling; like cavities. But that is not the only example of it. Before we get into listing the reasons for the procedure, let’s just explain what it is and how it’s done.

If you’re experiencing sensitivity or pain in your back teeth (ones that aren’t visible), your dentist will use what is called a “filling;” you’ve heard this associated with cavities. If the tooth in question is in the front of your mouth and is seen, then they will perform a “bonding” technique. (more…)