Treatment Options for Tooth Discoloration after Trauma
Gum Infection: How Do You Get It, and How Is It...
Calcium and Vitamin D for Healthy Smiles
Are Dental Sealants Right for My Smile?
What Exactly Is a Full Mouth Reconstruction?
Are You a Good Candidate for Dental Implants?
Adult Orthodontics Is Worth the Investment
Can Orthodontics Treat Your Sleep Apnea?
Don’t Forget a Custom Mouthguard for Your Student Athlete
What to Look For When Selecting Dental Products
When Visiting the Dentist, Your Comfort Comes First
How to Choose the Right Dentist for You and Your Family
Can Your Dentist Get You Off Your CPAP?
Most people with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) are familiar with the continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machine. This device consists of a machine with a tube and a mask that you attach to your face at night, and it circulates air in an effort to provide continuous pressure to keep your airway open, therefore preventing […]
Oral Cancer: Signs, Symptoms, and What You Should Know
Oral cancer tends to start out small, but this uncontrolled cell growth can be life-threatening if allowed to continue to grow and manifest itself. Oral cancer can affect any part of your mouth or sinus area, including your throat, lips, cheeks, and tongue. Often it starts out as a sore that doesn’t go away, much […]
Top Mistakes Made When Flossing Your Teeth
While flossing your teeth is still important, many people skip this essential part of their oral care routine. Flossing helps remove plaque and bacteria from the spaces in between your teeth that are impossible to reach with your toothbrush. Flossing can help prevent decay, gum disease, and bad breath that can come when food particles and bacteria […]
Can Gum and Tooth Infections Go Away on Their Own?
Can Gum and Tooth Infections Go Away on Their Own? When your body has an infection, it tries to fight it off by raising your white blood cell count to stop the invading bacteria. Bacteria that cause an infection rarely go away on their own. Typically, an infection will get worse without medical intervention. The […]
The 411 on Temporary Dental Crowns
Your dentist may have spoken with you about getting a temporary dental crown on your tooth before getting your permanent crown. Why is this? And what exactly is a temporary dental crown? Here is the total 411 about temporary dental crowns—everything you need to know before getting one! What Are Temporary Dental Crowns? Temporary dental […]
Is Smokeless Tobacco Less Harmful to Your Oral Health?
Smokeless tobacco, also called chewing tobacco or snuff, is a type of tobacco that is chewed rather than smoked. Although the tobacco isn’t swallowed, it can still cause health problems, including issues with your oral health. But is chewing tobacco actually less harmful to your oral health than smoking cigarettes? Here’s what you should know […]
Who Is at Highest Risk for Gum Disease?
Gum disease affects a staggering number of people—an estimated half of adult Americans have some form of the disease. Ranging from mild to severe, gum disease can wreak havoc on your smile and is a major cause of tooth loss in older adults. Fortunately, many of the risk factors of gum disease are controllable. Through […]
Your Lack of Sleep May Be Impacting Your Dental Health
We all know that sleep is crucial for our bodies. It can lower our risk for chronic disease, boost our brain power, and balance hormones. But did you know it’s also an important aspect of your dental health as well? Sleep truly does impact the entire body. Getting enough sleep has proven to be a […]
Does your smile reveal your age?
When you smile, are you concerned with how your teeth will look? Do you avoid pictures because you don’t think your teeth are the greatest? As with other aspects of our appearance as we get older, our smiles can show signs of age. Over time, natural ‘wear and tear’ can wear at the enamel and […]
How Is TMJ Diagnosed?
Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders, often simply referred to as TMJ or TMD, are a set of disorders in which the joints that allow your jaw to move don’t work properly. People with TMJ can still open and close their mouths, but not without some discomfort. For others, the mouth will only open partway, or may even get stuck. […]
Why Invisalign Is a Great Option for Your Teen
Invisalign is a popular form of orthodontic treatment that uses clear plastic aligners to move teeth rather than traditional metal wires and brackets. While not every orthodontic case can use Invisalign, Invisalign can treat most of the orthodontic issues that traditional braces can. While Invisalign is popular among adults, it’s also a great option for […]
How to Choose the Right Dentist for You and Your Family
It’s one thing to choose the best dentist for you, it’s another to try and choose the best dentist for your family as well. When you have both children and adults that need dental care, finding everything you need in one dentist can be challenging. Fortunately, there are many brilliant dentists out there who offer […]
The Best Foods to Eat with Your Brand-New Braces
Congratulations on getting braces! Whether you need a few tweaks or are in for a few years of treatment, braces are an excellent option for kids and adults alike to correct dental problems. Having the proper bite and straight teeth is part of having a healthy smile for life. Getting braces can be an adjustment […]
Dental Health Myths: Exposed!
Many people hear the following myths and assume them to be true. Exposing some of these myths could help you to better care for your oral health and to seek treatment you’ve been putting off for a long time. Have you heard of any of the following myths? We’re exposing them! Myth: Professional Teeth Whitening […]
Does Acid Reflux Contribute to Tooth Decay?
Acid reflux, also known as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) happens when acid from the stomach gets into the esophagus, which can cause symptoms of heartburn. However, up to 25% of patients with acid reflux will have no symptoms. Dentists are often the first professionals to come into contact with acid reflux, as enamel erosion on […]
