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    Drilling Down on Dentistry
    Drilling Down on Dentistry
    Drilling Down on Dentistry
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    Drilling Down on Dentistry

    By Nate Schott

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    Have you ever wondered: At what age do children need to have their
    first dental visit? Is it safe to whiten my teeth? What are crowns?
    What is the best toothpaste to use? Also, is fluoride safe? Are dental sealants necessary? Does a root canal hurt? Are dental amalgams harmful?
    In Drilling Down on Dentistry – Everything You Wanted to Know From Your Dentist But Were Too Numb to Ask, Dr. Nate answers these questions and more in ways that are easy to understand. If you’ve ever wanted to ask your dentist questions while he or she is working on you and were too nervous or too numb to do so, then this is the book for you.
    Dr. Nate has been practicing for 22 years as a General Dentist. He believes knowledge and information are the keys to reducing fear and improving your relationship with your dentist, which makes this book a must-read. Use it as a reference for your dental inquiries to take away anxiety and worry by educating yourself about dental procedures with questions commonly asked of practicing dentists across the country.

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherNate Schott
    Release dateSep 16, 2013
    Drilling Down on Dentistry
    Author

    Nate Schott

    Dr. Schott is a leader in continuing education, policy and procedural issues. He has lectured extensively throughout the U.S. and has dedicated his professional career to providing the best dentistry has to offer. In addition to owning Murfreesboro Dental Excellence, he is an entrepreneur by nature as the owner of Dr. Nate’s Naturals, an all-natural oral health care product line. Dr. Schott has a dynamic personality and a sense of humor that takes the edge off of the fears that’s often associated with going to the dentist.

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      Drilling Down on Dentistry - Nate Schott

      DRILLING DOWN ON DENTISTRY

      Everything You Wanted to Know From Your Dentist

      But Were Too Numb to Ask

      by

      Nate Schott, D.D.S.

      Smashwords Edition

      Published on Smashwords by:

      Motivated Publishing Studios

      Drilling Down on Dentistry

      First Edition

      Copyright 2013 by Nate Schott, D.D.S.

      ISBN: 978-0-9895228-1-6

      All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means electronic, mechanic, recording or otherwise, including but not limited to photocopying, recording, retrieval system, and fi le sharing, without the prior written permission of the author, except for brief excerpts for a review. Requests for permission to make copies of any part of this publication can be made to:

      Nate Schott, D.D.S.

      1754 South Rutherford Blvd.

      Murfreesboro, TN 37130

      Phone 615-849-1292

      drnate@drnates.com

      www.dentalexcellence.net

      www.drnates.com

      Interior layout by: Rod Schulhauser

      Cover design by: Amanda Lewis

      Project Management by: Sara Brody, Addy Marshall, Rod Schulhauser

      Smashwords Edition License Notes

      This ebook is licensed for your personal use only. This ebook may not be re-sold or given away to other people. If you would like to share this book with another person, please purchase an additional copy for each person you share it with. If you are reading this book and did not purchase it, or it was not purchased for your use only, then you should return to Smashwords.com and purchase your own copy. Thank you for respecting the author’s work.

      The information contained in this book is intended to provide helpful and informative material on the subject addressed. It is not intended to serve as a replacement for professional dental advice. It is not intended to diagnose or treat maladies, disease or conditions related to oral health or systemic conditions. Any use of the information in this book is at the reader’s discretion. The author and publisher specifically disclaim any and all liability arising directly or indirectly from the use or application of any information contained in this book. An oral health care professional and/or a physician should be consulted regarding your specific situation.

      Dedications

      This book is dedicated to my wife, Nancy and my four children, Baker, Zoe, Max and John Baron for the love and grace they have shown me.

      TABLE OF CONTENTS

      Dedications

      Acknowledgements

      Introduction

      About Dentists

      What is the best way to find a good dentist?

      Are all dentists the same?

      What is the difference between a DDS and a DMD?

      About Oral Hygiene

      What are Dental Sealants?

      What kind of toothpaste and toothbrush should I use?

      What about fluoride? Is it safe?

      What is xylitol, and why put it in toothpaste?

      How often should I change my toothbrush?

      Why does my mouth burn after I brush my teeth?

      How does diet affect my teeth?

      How often do I need to get my teeth cleaned?

      Why do I still get cavities even though I brush regularly?

      Do I really have to floss?

      How many times a day should I brush my teeth?

      Are electric toothbrushes better than manual toothbrushes?

      About Going to the Dentist

      I’m afraid of the dentist. How can I get over that fear?

      It has been a long time since I last visited the dentist. What do I need to do?

      Are dental X-rays safe?

      Why does the dentist tell me to open wide and then ask me a question?

      What is drill-less dentistry?

      What is the difference between a silver filling and a white filling?

      About Children and Dental Care

      When should I take my child to the dentist for the first time?

      My child sucks her thumb. Should I be concerned?

      Is it safe for my teenager to get their teeth whitened?

      When can my child first use toothpaste, and how much can they use?

      About Cosmetic Dentistry, Products, and Procedures

      What is cosmetic dentistry?

      I don’t like the way my teeth are shaped. What can be done?

      Do whitening toothpastes work?

      Is it safe to bleach my teeth?

      Can I have my teeth straightened without having to use silver braces?

      What is a crown?

      What are my options for replacing a missing tooth?

      About Common Mouth, Tooth, and Gum Issues

      What is gum disease?

      What is TMJ?

      What is an abscessed tooth?

      What is a root canal?

      Why do I wake with bad breath in the morning?

      I brush my teeth and take mints all the time, yet I still have bad breath. What can I do?

      Why do I wake up sometimes with a headache and sore teeth?

      What are wisdom teeth?

      I broke one of my teeth! What can I do?

      One of my permanent teeth just got knocked out! What should I do?

      I have diabetes. How does that affect my gums?

      I have black spots on some of my teeth. What are they?

      Why don’t my dentures seem to fit anymore?

      I am pregnant. My gums are sore and bleeding. Is this normal?

      My dentist says I have a cavity, but my tooth doesn’t hurt. How can that be?

      Why do I have to have a crown on my tooth after I have a root canal?

      My teeth are sensitive. Why is that?

      What are some of the possible causes of oral cancer?

      What is a dry socket?

      What can I do if I have a dry mouth?

      About Dental Insurance and Affordability

      In dental insurance, what does usual, customary and reasonable mean?

      I lost my dental insurance. How can I possibly afford to go to the dentist now?

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