By the time your child is a toddler, he or she should have the majority of their primary teeth in. This is a great time to begin teaching your child how to care for his or her teeth while you still help and supervise their oral health habits. But...
We all know the importance of brushing and flossing our teeth daily to maintain good oral hygiene. However, even with proper at-home care, there are areas in our mouth that may be difficult to reach and clean effectively. This is where professional teeth cleanings come in.
Regular dental cleanings are...
Most of us know that drinking water is important for our health. However, water doesn’t just help lubricate your joints, protect your tissues, remove toxins, and even support a normal body temperature—it also protects your smile .
But why is drinking water so great for your teeth and gums? Here’s...
When was the last time you visited your dentist? You might think that if you’re not having any symptoms with your oral health that you won’t need to see a dentist. However, preventative care plays an essential role in protecting the health of your smile not just today, but...
The COVID-19 pandemic has brought about many changes in our daily lives, some of them affecting our health and well-being. One area that has seen a significant impact is oral health.
During the pandemic, our oral health and how we care for our teeth changed. Here, we explore these changes...
A dental implant is a tooth replacement that helps restore the appearance and function of your
teeth. Dental implants are strong, lifelike, and can complete your smile when you having
missing teeth.
The actual implant consists of a small screw that’s inserted into the jaw onto which a dental
crown will be placed....
Babies generally start teething around six months old—some will begin getting their first teeth in earlier, and some will start later. Your baby should have their first tooth by their first birthday, which is also around the time they should have their first dental visit.
Teething can be challenging for...
X-rays allow your dentist to see so much more than they can with the naked eye. While an oralexam is an important part of your dental checkup, x-rays allow your dentist to “fill in the blanks” and see what they can’t see with their eyes alone. X-rays can reveal...
Soft teeth are a dental condition that affects the tooth enamel. People with soft teeth have enamel that is softer, weaker, and more prone to dental issues such as cavities. Soft teeth may also be referred to as hypocalcification of the teeth, which is a defect where the teeth...
Everyone knows that diet plays a crucial role in our health, but diet is also extremely important for our oral health. Of course foods that you eat such as sugar can immediately impact your teeth; however, vitamins, nutrients, and minerals that we consume both from foods and from supplements...
