When searching for a toothbrush, be sure to pay attention to the size. The toothbrush head should be large enough to spread its bristles to the far corners of the mouth, but small enough to actually reach those far corners. If the toothbrush is too large, it won’t reach...
Dental fluorosis is a condition in which the appearance of the tooth enamel is marked by faint white spots or streaks in the teeth. Dental fluorosis may be mild and hardly noticeable, or it may be severe and affect the appearance of your smile.
How does dental fluorosis happen and...
Finding the perfect family dentist is no easy task. From trying to find someone who is relatively close in proximity while also someone who is relatable, clean, and professional—not to mention experienced—seems impossible. Considering the following items when looking for a dentist to suit all your needs will help...
Your wedding day is one of the biggest and most memorable days of your life. You want to look fabulous and feel confident smiling in all of your wedding photos. Not all of us are happy with the way our smile looks, but there are ways to change that....
Dental bridges are restorative options for people who have a tooth or several teeth missing in a
row in their mouths.
The bridge relies on the surrounding teeth for support and typically consists of two dental
crowns on these supporting teeth with an artificial tooth in the center to fill in the...
Most people are familiar with common foods that can crack teeth or even cut gum tissue, including popcorn kernels, ice, and hard candies. However, protecting your smile goes further than avoiding these foods.
The category of harmful foods is larger than you might think, and includes some common food items you didn’t know...
Maintaining healthy gums is essential for your oral health. Your gums protect and support your teeth, so keeping them happy can help support a beautiful and healthy smile.
Fortunately, it’s not difficult to take proper care of your gums. There are several steps you can take to keep your gums...
We know that kids hate anything to do with brushing and flossing their teeth. Too often we find that their toothbrush hasn’t been touched in a couple of days (or that they aren’t brushing enough or correctly). While getting them to brush is often a struggle, getting them to...
Most people know that brushing twice a day and flossing is important for maintaining good oral health, but there is another oral health tool that is not commonly used: a tongue scraper. Tongue scrapers may seem odd, but there are many benefits to using one. Tongue scrapers can help...
Wisdom teeth are your third molars that are the last teeth to emerge in the mouth. Most
people will see their wisdom teeth appear in their late teens, but some not until their 20s. For others still, these third molars never fully erupt through the gumline, leading to what’s called impacted wisdom...
