Oral cancer tends to start out small, but this uncontrolled cell growth can be life-threatening if allowed to continue to grow and manifest itself. Oral cancer can affect any part of your mouth or sinus area, including your throat, lips, cheeks, and tongue. Often it starts out as a...
While brushing and flossing go a long way to help bad breath and adverse tastes in the mouth, for some people, the bad taste lingers or even returns hours after brushing. Your mouth is a place that’s very affected by the rest of your body, so there are several...
Drinking alcohol, much like other habits such as smoking and recreational drug use, has an impact on your body. This includes your smile! Alcohol is a very corrosive substance that can damage your smile if you repeatedly expose your teeth and gums to this popular beverage. How exactly does...
You knew exercise was great for your body, your brain, your heart… but did you also know it’s excellent for your teeth and gums as well? This further illustrates how our health is about our whole bodies, not just one element of them, as also demonstrated by the link...
When you think of getting a root canal done, what’s the first thing that comes to mind? There are many common misconceptions about this procedure. Read on to find some common facts and myths about this procedure that’ll help ease your anxiety! Myth: It’s Painful Root canals are infamous for being...
Rather than having a dentist perform your root canal procedure, consider seeing an endodontist, or, a root canal specialist. These dental specialists complete dental school and then complete at least two more years of training in order to become an expert at saving teeth. Root canal specialists function as...
Gum disease happens when your gums become inflamed and red due to bacteria in your mouth. They may bleed and be infected—this is usually when your teeth may also become loose. Gum disease threatens the health of your teeth and the earlier you can get treatment, the better. Can...
If you have braces, congratulations! You’re well on your way to a gorgeous smile. While many people get braces as children and teenagers, more and more adults are opting for the treatment to get their dream smile. Although braces can be cumbersome at times, those colorful bands and shiny...
We all know that smoking is bad for our health, but it’s especially damaging to your smile in addition to increasing your risk for heart disease, stroke, and lung cancer, among a variety of other health problems. When you smoke, several things are happening inside your mouth that could...
Spring is quickly approaching, which means your big day may not be far away! It’s time to start thinking about all the wonderful things that will be part of your wedding ceremony—including your smile! Your wedding day is a time to celebrate, so be proud of your beautiful smile....
