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...
While it would be great to have your teeth stay bright white for your entire life, the reality is that your smile will naturally become less white and more stained over time. Most tooth discoloration is natural, but there are some instances in which discoloration could signal an oral...
Gum scaling is a procedure in which your dental hygienist will gently scrape the sides of your teeth just below the gumline to remove plaque, tartar, and bacteria. A gum scaling procedure provides a more effective treatment for gum disease than a regular teeth cleaning because it allows your hygienist...
Dental implants are meant to last for as long as possible. In fact, a properly placed and cared for dental implant can last for life. By visiting your dentist regularly and taking excellent care of your implant, you can ensure that the implant remains secure and never needs to...
Implant-supported dentures are like regular dentures in that they provide an artificial prosthesis to replace missing natural teeth. However, unlike traditional dentures, implant-supported dentures do not rely on suction between the gums and the prosthesis to work. Instead, a few dental implants will support the denture, allowing for a secure...
Tongue thrusting happens when the natural position of the tongue is too far forward in the mouth. Tongue thrusting causes the tongue to press on the front teeth, or between the rows of top and bottom front teeth, which can cause problems with bite, teeth alignment, and even jaw...
Sensitive teeth can cause significant discomfort, especially if the sensitivity is extreme. While some people may only have mild tooth sensitivity, others have severe sensitivity where eating anything hot, cold, sweet, or spicy may cause them pain. When you have severe tooth sensitivity, it’s important to know that you don’t...
You may have heard that your oral health can affect everything from your heart health to your baby’s health and even impact diabetes treatment. More research is showing just how much a healthy smile can influence a healthy body—and even a healthy mind. Bacteria involved in oral health conditions such...
Your baby will start getting their first teeth in as early as six months old. Your child’s front central incisors generally appear first, followed by laterals, canines, and premolars. These primary teeth will essentially set the stage for your child’s adult teeth, and will allow your little one to start...
Over 40% of adults aged 30 or older have gum disease, so if you have been diagnosed with this oral health condition, you are not alone . Gum disease happens when plaque or tartar build up around the gums and cause the periodontal tissue to pull away from the teeth,...
