It’s that time of year! Halloween is right around the corner and popular candies are making an appearance. The majority of Halloween candies contain high amounts of sugar, and we know that sugar increases plaque in the oral cavity, which can cause tooth enamel damage . The result? Sensitive teeth, cavities, and...
A tooth infection happens when bacteria cause an inflammatory response in your tooth and lead to the buildup of pus. If the infection has caused a pocket—which can be felt as a hard lump—of pus, it’s called a tooth abscess. While tooth infections and tooth abscesses are generally painful, they aren’t always. Tooth...
Ah, flossing. The important task that only 16% of Americans say they do every day . Why is flossing such a chore for us when it’s so important for our oral health? Here are some flossing fast facts that might change your mind in regard to whether or not you should...
Teeth aren’t meant to cause pain or discomfort, but when there’s a problem, your tooth will let you know! A toothache can be mildly uncomfortable or severely painful. Whether you have an intermittent toothache or constant pain, your tooth is trying to tell you something. What are the top reasons your tooth...
Tooth decay happens when the outer protective layer of your teeth, called tooth enamel, is weakened and eventually broken down by plaque and bacteria . Once the tooth enamel has been compromised, a cavity, which is literally a hole in the tooth, can form. Without treatment, tooth decay can progress to the...
Your child’s baby teeth are there for a reason! As your little one’s jaws grow and mature, baby teeth will fall out and allow the permanent teeth to make their way in. Without baby teeth, your child’s adult teeth wouldn’t emerge into their proper positions, which can lead to crooked or crowded...
Using mouthwash makes some people feel like their mouth is really fresh and clean! These mouth rinses come in a variety of types and flavors—from whitening mouthwashes to those that claim to fight dry mouth and tooth decay. There are two main types of mouthwash: the kind you purchase at the store,...
Cavities are small holes in your teeth caused by tooth decay. A cavity starts out small but always progresses, meaning it will get worse over time. Early cavities usually won’t have any symptoms, but as your cavity gets larger, you may experience tooth sensitivity, a toothache, or even develop a tooth infection. The...
It’s easy to take advice we’ve heard about taking care of our teeth as fact. But are the things you’ve heard—or practice in your daily oral care habits—true? Here, the top dental health myths are debunked to help you better care for your smile and have healthy teeth and...
A tooth infection can start out as a mild ache and turn into a much more serious problem. Besides being painful, a tooth infection can eventually lead to a tooth extraction, so getting treatment as soon as possible is always a good idea. But how do you know if your tooth...
