No one wants to have bad breath, also called halitosis. However, bad breath is relatively common, with 30% of the population complaining of bad breath . While it’s normal to have bad breath at certain times, chronic bad breath can signal a problem. So what are the most common causes...
Delayed tooth eruption is when children don’t get their baby teeth or permanent teeth according to established guidelines. For example, a baby who does not get their first teeth in by the age of 18 months is generally considered to have delayed tooth eruption. This phenomenon is relatively common among...
Whether you’ve had an acute infection of COVID-19 which went away after a few weeks or are dealing with chronic COVID-19 symptoms, it’s important to know that the virus can impact your oral health. But how exactly can COVID-19 impact the oral cavity? There are a few ways the virus...
Dental veneers are an excellent cosmetic dentistry option for those who want to keep their natural teeth but improve their color, shape, or brightness. Dental veneers have a high success rate and can last for well over a decade with the proper care . But what happens when a dental...
Teeth experience some wear and tear over your lifetime, but they are not meant to be severely worn down. Worn-down teeth are commonly the result of chronic bruxism, also called teeth grinding, which puts unusual pressure on teeth and can cause them to appear shorter or have an unnatural shape. Fortunately,...
Invisalign is a great way to discreetly straighten teeth and have the smile of your dreams in less time than conventional braces. However, although both braces and Invisalign straighten teeth, they do have different requirements for care. So how can you take the best care of your Invisalign clear aligners...
Periodontal disease, also called gum disease, is an oral health condition that causes gums to become inflamed and infected. At its mildest stage, gums may look red and swollen, and they may bleed during brushing. However, as it progresses, gum disease can cause gums to pull back from the teeth,...
After the initial healing period for dental implants, which can take a couple weeks, you will still need to wait a few weeks or months while the implant integrates with your jawbone in a process called osseointegration. Although this may sound like a long time, you will have a temporary...
If you want whiter teeth, you may be wondering when the best time to whiten your teeth is. Teeth that have been whitened can stay white for months and even years, so it’s important to know when the best time to improve your smile is so you can plan...
A successful tooth extraction requires that you care properly for your healing mouth after the procedure. One of the complications that can happen when the surgical site is healing after a tooth extraction is dry socket. Dry socket happens when the blood clot that covers and protects the surgical site...
