Welcome to my site! My name is Verity. I work as a receptionist in a dentist office. Every day for the past 20 years, I have come in to the office, worked on paperwork, and greeted patients. I love my job, because it has helped me meet a lot of really wonderful people. I have seen families grow up! But an added benefit from my job is that I have also picked up some small information about dentistry. I'm not one of the dentists, but I do know quite a bit about simple procedures and basic dental hygiene. Hopefully this blog can teach you something, but remember to always consult with your actual dentist for real professional advice!
About Verity Longpar
Fluorosis: Options For A Whiter Smile
27 January 2015
Although fluoride is necessary for a healthy smile, too much of a good thing can cause permanent tooth discoloration. Fluoride is often added to drinking water and toothpaste, where its minerals bond with tooth enamel to create stronger teeth that are better able to resist decay. Unfortunately, it's also possible for a child under the age of eight to consume too much fluoride when their tooth enamel is forming. This can lead to permanent yellow and brown stains in the enamel itself, which will require cosmetic procedures to fix.
How To Stay More Comfortable With A Removable Partial Denture
20 January 2015
A removable partial denture can seem like a dream come true if you are missing teeth or have teeth that are in very bad condition. However, it can be a bit different and uncomfortable to wear false teeth when you aren't accustomed to it, especially when you still have some of your natural teeth. Luckily, following these tips can help you stay more comfortable when wearing your removable partial denture, so follow them to get the most out of your new false teeth.
5 Parenting Hacks To Surviving A Child's First Dental Appointment
7 January 2015
The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends that children see that dentist by the time they reach their first birthday. Recommending it, and surviving it as a parent are two different things, however. Toddlers often have completely different opinions about strangers looking in their little mouths. Creative parents, however, can sail through that first appointment with a few tricks. 1. Familiarity: Toddlers have stranger danger. Make the dentist, the hygienist, and the office itself familiar by talking about them long before the appointment date.
Flossing Tips For Patients With Braces
22 December 2014
Having braces typically complicates a patient's oral healthcare regime by making it more difficult to floss. In fact, flossing is more important than ever for orthodontic patients. Patients with braces are be at greater risk of gingivitis and decalcification of the teeth. However, braces don't have to detract from one's ability to floss effectively. The following are some useful flossing tips for those who must floss around orthodontic equipment: Use a floss threader- A floss threader is a tool that allows you to get floss under dental wire.