Reducing added sugar in your diet can have a range of health benefits, and not just for your body. Your oral health can benefit from less sugar, and you’ll likely see less plaque buildup, fewer cavities, and a lower risk of gum disease with this diet change!
But decreasing the amount of...
People with diabetes are more at risk for problems with major organs such as the heart and kidneys, but did you know they’re also more at risk for periodontal disease? Also called gum disease, this common oral health condition can jeopardize your smile and even lead to tooth loss. What exactly is...
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...
If you’ve noticed your teeth look longer, you may have gum recession. Gum recession, in which the gum tissue actually begins to pull away from the teeth, can happen for several reasons.
Receding gums can be painful, exposing sensitive tooth roots and causing sensitivity or inflammation. In severe cases, gum...
Brushing your teeth two times a day for two minutes is imperative to your oral health, but not all brushing materials or techniques are beneficial for your smile. Making mistakes when brushing your teeth may not seem like a big deal, but since you brush your teeth so often...
Cavities result from tooth decay, which is when tooth enamel is worn away and the more vulnerable layers of the tooth are exposed. Tooth decay may start as an unusually white or dark spot on the tooth but, over time, can progress to the root of the tooth and...
Tooth mobility is essentially what happens when a tooth becomes loose. Permanent teeth are not meant to be loose, so tooth mobility is always a cause for concern. However, if you have noticed one or more of your teeth are loose, what could have caused this to happen, and...
When you’re feeling under the weather, taking care of your oral health might be the last thing on your mind. However, maintaining a good oral care routine is crucial, even when you’re sick.
Being sick can impact your teeth and gums due to factors like dehydration, a weakened immune system,...
Although teeth are incredibly strong, they aren’t immune to shifting. As we age, various factors can contribute to the shifting of our teeth.
Understanding these factors can help us take proactive measures to maintain our dental health and keep our teeth straight over the years. Below, we explore the reasons...
It’s easy to think of dental care as something separate from the rest of your body, but your mouth is closely connected to your overall health. In fact, untreated dental issues can have far-reaching effects that extend well beyond cavities or bad breath. Maintaining good oral health isn’t just...
