Which Toothpastes Are Best for Tooth Sensitivity?
Foods to Eat After Wisdom Tooth Removal
Why December Is the Perfect Month to Visit Your Dentist
Coffee and a White Smile: How You Can Have Both
How Do Dentists Regenerate Jawbone in Order to Place Dental Implants?
Will Dental Implants Match My Natural Teeth Color?
Do I Need to Wear a Retainer After Completing Treatment With...
How Do Invisible Braces Compare to Traditional Braces?
Why a Custom Mouthguard Is the Best Option for Athletes
Don’t Forget a Custom Mouthguard for Your Student Athlete
Are Cosmetic Dental Procedures Covered by Insurance?
When Visiting the Dentist, Your Comfort Comes First
Effects of Smoking on Your Teeth and Gums
Smoking is the number one preventable cause of death in the United States [1]. Smoking can not only cause damage that leads to chronic disease, including DNA damage that can lead to cancer, but it also affects your teeth and gums. But how exactly does smoking affect your smile? Here are the biggest oral health […]
Does Teeth Whitening Cause Tooth Sensitivity?
Teeth whitening is one of the most popular cosmetic dentistry procedures, and for a good reason. You can customize your shade of white and dramatically improve the appearance of your smile in about an hour at your dentist’s office. No home whitening kits, messy trays, or gel strips are needed—just one visit and you have […]
What is a Dry Socket?
A dry socket is a complication of tooth extraction—typically wisdom tooth removal—that only occurs in up to 5% of patients after their procedure. Dry socket happens when the blood clot that normally forms over the areas of extraction is somehow dislodged or never properly forms in the first place. When the blood clot is no […]
The Most Common Causes of Tooth Discoloration
One of the things that people most commonly complain about is the color of their teeth. That is why there are so many products on the market that claim to whiten teeth. People recognize that their smile and teeth are one of the first things that make an impression on others. For that reason, tooth […]
Your Best Options for Repairing a Cracked Tooth
Cracked teeth can happen for a variety of reasons—a sports injury, chewing on ice, even teeth grinding. It’s not always easy to tell whether or not a tooth has been cracked, but seeking a professional evaluation from your dentist can make all the difference for your smile. If left untreated, cracked teeth can lead to […]
How Does Alcohol Affect Your Dental Health?
Drinks that contain alcohol tend to be very acidic, meaning they aren’t friends to your tooth enamel. From beer and wine to mixed drinks and liquor, all types of alcoholic drinks have the potential to damage your teeth in more ways than one. How else does alcohol affect your dental health? Here’s what you need […]
Smile—It’s Good for Your Health!
Children tend to smile much more than adults and, as it turns out, there’s surprising science that supports smiling as being potentially beneficial to your health, so your kids may be on to something. Smiling activates facial muscles and chemical messengers in the body that can tell our brains that we’re happy—even if we’re not […]
Are There Different Types of Gum Disease?
Gum disease, also called periodontal disease, is a devastating infection that is actually the leading cause of tooth loss for older adults. There are indeed different types of gum disease, all of which result from similar bacteria and all of which can severely damage your smile. The good news is that all forms of gum […]
What Is Intrinsic Tooth Discoloration?
Teeth staining and darkening is an unavoidable fact of life. From the time we get our permanent teeth, foods and aging cause our teeth to yellow and lose their whiteness. Teeth whitening can brighten the teeth by removing stains, but all tooth stains and discolorations are not alike, and some are more difficult to remove […]
What Impact Does Alcohol Have on Tooth Enamel?
Alcohol is one of the most popular drinks in the world and seems to be present at nearly any occasion. However, although alcohol plays a role in many social occasions, this drink isn’t just harmful to tooth enamel, but is a risk factor for nearly every type of cancer. Tooth enamel is the hard, shiny, protective layer […]
Need Help to Stop Snoring? Call Your Dentist!
Snoring happens when your breathing during sleep is partially obstructed, which makes the soft tissues that support your airway vibrate as air passes through. The sound can be soft or loud, but for people living with someone who snores, it can be a very annoying challenge to deal with! If you snore or someone you love snores, did […]
How Do I Address Dry Mouth at Night?
It’s natural for people to experience dry mouth at night, especially because they aren’t drinking anything during the hours that they’re asleep. Dry mouth in general can also be more common as you get older, particularly at night. Whether you wake up with a parched mouth and throat or have trouble sleeping because your mouth […]
What Is the Average Treatment Time for Wearing Orthodontic Braces?
Getting braces can be an exciting time—you’re finally getting the smile you want! However, not everyone who gets braces is happy about their treatment. Many people ask how long the treatment will take before exploring orthodontic treatment options for their smile. Different types of braces will have different treatment times. Here’s what you can expect […]
Top Tips to Prevent Tooth Decay in Children
Childhood tooth decay is unfortunately common, with 1 in 5 children from ages 5-11 having at least one decayed tooth that’s not treated [1]. Since early tooth decay normally doesn’t have any symptoms, children can often have cavities and not know it until the decay progresses to the point that the tooth is compromised. Fortunately, […]
Does Biting Your Nails Hurt Your Teeth?
Whether you bite your nails yourself or know someone who does, we’re all familiar with the habit of nail biting. Also called onychophagia, nail biting is a condition usually brought on by anxiety, and may be a temporary problem for some people. However, for others, nail biting can turn into a lifelong habit that can […]
