Red wine often gets singled out as a beverage that can give your teeth a darker shade. This is due to its tannins and chromogens. But there are other foods and drinks that can do the same.

Key takeaways:

• Coffee and green tea contain similar staining substances.
• Cherries, berries, and tomatoes are also high in staining chromogens. 
• Grapes, turmeric, and walnuts are high in tannins, which can cause discolouration.

If you consume any of these regularly, ask your dentist about the best ways of minimising their staining effect on your teeth.

Drinking water can lessen the effects on teeth, as can eating food whilst drinking dark 

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Mouthguards are often recommended to protect children and youngsters who practise sports. Here are some pointers on how to choose the best one.

Key takeaways:

• Over-the-counter mouthguards are readily available, but they don’t offer a comfortable fit and make breathing harder.
• By contrast, custom mouthguards cover every single teeth and gum tissue too.
• Your dentist will get you started in having a custom mouthguard created. 

Custom-made mouthguards offer the highest level of protection while being comfortable -and even fun to wear.

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Six or seven years old may seem too soon to have a dentist assess a child’s teeth. But this is the optimum time as the bones are still growing and the first permanent teeth just starting to appear. 

Orthodontic treatment at this formative stage can save a lot of time and money later. 

Today’s braces are less of an issue than in the past as they are:

• Less noticeable
• Lighter and less chunky
• More comfortable

Two conditions that particularly benefit from early orthodontic treatment are crossbites and protruding front teeth which should be treated at the earliest stage possible. 

Read more about early orthodontics at https://www.colgate.com/en-us/oral-health/cosmetic-dentistry/early-orthodontics/early-orthodontics-may-mean-less-treatment-later.

Although it is not always the case, toothaches can often be traced back to tooth decay. This is because the decay affects the tooth’s inner pulp and root nerves as well as causing cavities and inflammation. 

Avoiding tooth decay is the best way to avoid toothache and this can be achieved by brushing and flossing daily in combination with regular check-ups at the dentist. Other less common culprits include:

• Damaged or ageing dental work
• Cracked or chipped teeth
• Injury to the teeth, jaw or mouth

Toothache is something that should never be simply ignored as it will continue to get worse until it’s treated and you can find out more at https://yourdentalhealthresource.com/top-causes-for-a-painful-toothache/

Both the teeth and the gums can become sensitive and may require the intervention of a dentist. However, it is important to note that each of these conditions is slightly different. What are the three factors to take into account before seeking treatment?

• Gum sensitivity may be an early sign of gingivitis or gum disease.
• Sensitive teeth can be caused by cavities, cracks or worn enamel.
• While both of these will produce discomfort, each needs to be treated in its own way.

“When it comes to your mouth, two of the main cogs in the engine are the gums and teeth.”

Read more about the differences between sensitive gums and sensitive teeth:

https://www.colgate.com/en-us/oral-health/conditions/tooth-sensitivity/sensitive-gums-vs-sensitive-teeth-0415

Having confidence in your smile can help improve how you approach social and professional situations. Teeth whitening is a fairly simple cosmetic procedure which can help improve the appearance of your smile.

Key takeaways:

• In-Office whitening involves your dentist applying a concentrated gel to your teeth and may need several visits — so you’ll have the brightest whitest smile possible.
• At-Home whitening uses a milder gel and involves wearing a set of custom trays for up to one hour at a time.
• A whitening toothpaste not only whitens your teeth but its application means you are also cleaning your teeth and gums.

“But before you begin, it is important to determine what you want to achieve with whitening. After a consultation with your dentist, you can then put a plan of action together on what’s best for whitening your teeth.”

Read the full story here

https://www.colgate.com/en-us/oral-health/cosmetic-dentistry/teeth-whitening/how-to-whiten-teeth-0814

In laser dentistry, lasers are used to treat a variety of dental problems that involve the hard and soft tissues in the mouth. Here are the benefits of receiving laser dentistry.

Key takeaway:

• Most commonly, lasers are used to treat procedures involving soft tissues like the gums & cheeks.

• The procedure can also be used to treat overly tight muscles in the mouth or jaw, sores and oral ulcers.

• Laser treatment is pain-free, meaning treatment may not require anaesthesia.

• It reduces dental anxiety, plus healing time is less stressful.

Find a dentist with experience to treat your teeth and issues.

Read more at:

https://yourdentalhealthresource.com/what-exactly-is-laser-dentistry/

You must take care of your child’s baby teeth from the minute the first tooth erupts. Here are some tips that you can use to keep your child’s teeth decay and cavity-free.

Key takeaway:

• Start brushing your child’s teeth as soon as the first tooth comes in. 
• Teach them how to brush by themselves as they grow older and always supervise brushing.
• Use children’s fluoride toothpaste and buy a soft children’s toothbrush.
• An orthodontic consultation can take place as early as the age of seven.
• Be sure that your child visits the dentist at least once every six months.

Take your child to the dentist for checkup by their first birthday. Once milk teeth erupt, teach them proper oral hygiene.

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