Zoom! Professional Teeth Whitening is a professional whitening treatment that is performed in the dental office. Over-the-counter whitening products and whitening toothpastes contain modest amounts of whitening ingredients and can’t whiten your teeth as effectively as professional whitening can. Whitening in a dental office is safe because your gums...
Some of our favorite foods and drinks have the unfortunate side effect of causing bad breath. That’s why millions of people arm themselves daily with breath mints, mint chewing gum or other pocket-sized breath fresheners. The problem with these minty weapons is that they only cover bad breath and...
As we age, being mindful of maintaining optimal oral dental health is something that must be given special consideration. As a person ages, they face several risks to oral health that must be effectively addressed to maintain a bright, healthy smile. As the body ages, teeth become brittle and saliva production...
Should adults get braces to straighten their teeth? The answer is yes, for many reasons. Most importantly, straight teeth are healthier teeth because they make oral hygiene easier. Straight teeth are not only easier to keep clean but enhance a person’s facial features. Nearly everyone, including friends, potential dates,...
A dental emergency like a tooth that gets broken or knocked out can cause a panic. It is a good idea to be aware of how to handle a dental emergency before you actually have one. If you lose or break a tooth, this is obviously an emergency, but...
For many years, the recommendation that every individual should visit the dentist for checkups twice a year has stood without much controversy. But is twice a year really necessary for people with healthy teeth? Is it enough for people who have chronic oral health problems? The answer from many...
Endodontics is the branch of dentistry that is involved with the inner portion of the teeth: the pulp and the tooth roots. Dentists and endodontists perform root canals that can save teeth that would otherwise die or need to be extracted. A tooth that has been treated with root...
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...
People in general don’t get as many cavities as they once did, thanks to fluoride toothpaste and mouth rinses. Good oral hygiene practices can reduce the likelihood of cavities, but cavities can still happen to anyone, at any age; even baby teeth can get cavities. Cavities are caused by...
Flossing is incredibly important to the removal of food and debris located in the teeth. Without regular flossing, it is extremely likely for a person to generate gingivitis and the bleeding of the gums. In addition to brushing, it's very important to make flossing a priority to keep a...
