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Dental Health Blog · Page 17

Which Toothpaste Should We Use?
27 January 2026 · OptimaDent Medical Editorial Board
Which Toothpaste Should We Use?

For daily use, choose a toothpaste containing at least 1350–1500 ppm fluoride with an abrasivity value (RDA) of 70 or lower. Fluoride is the key ingredient that prevents...

What Is Smile Design?
27 January 2026 · OptimaDent Medical Editorial Board
What Is Smile Design?

Smile design is personalized aesthetic planning that reshapes the harmony between the teeth, gums, lips and facial features. The ideal smile is planned with digital techn...

When Should You See a Dentist?
27 January 2026 · OptimaDent Medical Editorial Board
When Should You See a Dentist?

See a dentist if you have throbbing in a tooth, sharp pain when chewing, hot and cold sensitivity, bleeding, swollen or receding gums, persistent bad breath, mouth sores...

Is Implant Treatment Painful?
27 January 2026 · OptimaDent Medical Editorial Board
Is Implant Treatment Painful?

Because implant placement is performed under local anesthesia, no pain is felt during the operation; only slight pressure and the vibration of instruments may be noticed....

How Long Does Smile Design Take?
27 January 2026 · OptimaDent Medical Editorial Board
How Long Does Smile Design Take?

The length of smile design depends on the method used. Minor corrections with bonding can be completed in a single session of 1–2 hours. Porcelain veneers usually take 7...

Can a Decayed Tooth Be Painless?
27 January 2026 · OptimaDent Medical Editorial Board
Can a Decayed Tooth Be Painless?

Yes, a decayed tooth can be painless. Decay in the enamel, which has no nerve endings, causes no sensation; decay reaching the dentin may only cause mild twinges with swe...

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