Cristian Macau, DDS
Doctor of Dental Surgery
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How to
Whiten Teeth With Baking Soda
Having white teeth can be a major confidence boost. Fortunately, you may not need to spend lots of money on whitening kits or professional treatments. Brushing or rinsing with baking soda could help whiten your teeth, bu...
How to
Remove Denture Adhesive from Gums
Denture adhesives are pastes, powders or strips that are used to keep your dentures in place in your mouth. It is important to learn how to remove your denture adhesive and how to keep your gums clean after each use. ...
Fast & Painless Ways to Remove a Tooth at Home
How to help loosen and remove your child’s tooth at homeIf your child begs you to help them pull out a loose tooth, you may not know what to do. Loose teeth are a part of childhood, and your child will typically start ...
How to
Keep Your Philips Sonicare Clean of Black Gunk
If you are a fan of electric toothbrushes, you may use a Philips Sonicare to deep clean your teeth and mouth. If it is not stored properly, however, black gunk can build up on the unit, which may be mold or bacteria. Dis...
How to
Apply Tooth Gems
''A quick and easy guide to at-home tooth gem application and removal'' Tooth gems are a fun beauty trend that can give your smile some extra bling. They are perfectly safe, but need to be applied properly in order to st...
How to
Diagnose an Overbite
An overbite is a common dental condition that occurs when your teeth do not match up properly. It can develop in early stages of childhood due to habits such as thumb sucking, pushing the tongue against the teeth, or ext...
How to
Put on a Retainer
A retainer is a custom-made appliance meant to "retain" or hold the position of your teeth after removing braces. Putting it into your mouth properly will make the adjustments from your braces to stay, and keep your teet...
How to
Brush Teeth Without Toothpaste
Whether you’re out traveling or you’re stuck at home, running out of toothpaste can be a huge bummer. Fortunately, there are a few ways you can “brush” your teeth even if you don’t have the essentials nearby. T...
How to Make Homemade Toothpaste: A Step-by-Step Guide
Make your own toothpaste with these recipes Whether you don't like the flavor of commercial toothpaste, or are looking for little ways to cut expenses, making toothpaste can be a fun project for anyone who's into making ...
How to
Get Rid of White Spots on Teeth
White spots on teeth are caused by the loss of mineral content from the surface of the teeth, called “enamel.” This damage is known as hypocalcification, and the spots are called hypoplasia. Since the white spots m...
How to
Pull Out a Tooth
Pulling teeth, called tooth extraction by dental professionals, is not something that can be done without dental training. In most cases, it's advisable to leave the tooth alone until it falls out itself, or schedule an ...
How to
Get Rid of Gaps in Teeth
Madonna, Elton John, Elvis Costello, and Condoleezza Rice are just a few well-known people who have gaps in between their front teeth. It has even become common to see fashion models with gap teeth. In fact, having gap...
How to
Make Baking Soda Toothpaste
According to The Journal of Clinical Dentistry, toothpastes that contain baking soda are nearly twice as effective as toothpastes that don’t contain the ingredient. If you’re looking to make homemade toothpaste, it o...
How to
Eat Food With New or Tightened Braces
Tips to conquer your snacks and meals with new or tightened braces If you have just gotten braces or had them tightened, it can be tough on your teeth and very painful for the first few days. That pain tends to go away a...
How to
Make Tooth Powder
Many of the key ingredients in toothpaste can be purchased in stores and mixed together to make a homemade tooth powder. Making your own tooth powder is easy and the results may even improve the health of your teeth. Kee...
How to
Sanitize a Toothbrush
Sanitizing your toothbrush can provide an extra layer of prevention against oral infection, and spreading of communicable diseases. Keeping your toothbrush extra clean is also a good idea in cases where others may share ...
How to
Bleach Your Teeth
Whitening or bleaching your teeth can create a more appealing and youthful smile. When done correctly, whitening is a safe and effective process that does not harm your teeth and it may even increase your self-confidence...
How to
Use Disclosing Tablets
Disclosing tablets can be used to reveal plaque and help you brush your teeth more effectively. They’re an excellent choice if your doctor or dentist has expressed concern about plaque buildup or if you’re unsure of ...
How to
Make Braces Look Less Noticeable
Whether you're a kid, teenager or adult, there may come a time when you find you need to get braces. While the end result of braces will be a beautiful, healthy smile, and teeth that are aligned properly, getting to tha...
How to
Avoid Getting Food in Your Braces
When you are out all day at school and work, you don't want to worry about how much food will be stuck in your braces by the time you get home. There are simple, quick ways to get food out of your braces, or to avoid get...
