It’s natural for people to experience dry mouth at night, especially because they aren’t drinking anything during the hours that they’re asleep. Dry mouth in general can also be more common as you get older, particularly at night. Whether you wake up with a parched mouth and throat or...
During their life, your child will grow their primary teeth, shed them, and get their permanent in. In total, your child will have grown 20 primary teeth and 32 permanent teeth in their lifetime—that’s a lot of teeth! Since teeth play an instrumental role in your child’s speech development, ability...
Over 26% of American adults have untreated tooth decay . Tooth decay happens when your tooth enamel—the hard, shiny outer layer of your teeth—becomes damaged, which allows bacteria and acids to eat away at the tooth, eventually causing a hole that’s known as a cavity. Although regular dental visits give...
Losing a natural tooth is almost never ideal. However, in some cases, tooth extraction may be the only option to resolve a problem such as extensive tooth decay or a tooth fracture. Other times, losing a natural tooth may happen unexpectedly. Regardless of whether you’ve had your tooth pulled...
No one wants to get a tooth extracted, but in some cases, it may be the only option to treat your smile. Fortunately, by preparing for the procedure and taking proper care of your mouth following the extraction, you can help your body heal properly and get started exploring...
Most people know how bad chewing tobacco and cigarettes are for their dental health as well as their bodily health. However, people who quit smoking often reach for e-cigarettes as a replacement. Electronic cigarettes, also called vape pens or “vaping”, are electronic devices that contain cartridges of nicotine mixed...
An increasing body of research is showing just how much oral health is connected to the rest of your body. Research shows that oral bacteria can play a role in heart health, diabetes, and even Alzheimer’s disease . However, new research is showing that your oral health may influence your...
Although COVID-19 can have many implications for your health, it can also impact your teeth and gums. Research has currently linked complications of COVID-19—namely being admitted to intensive care, requiring ventilation, and death—to periodontal disease . However, the stress of the pandemic and a COVID-19 infection can have a...
Over 100 million Americans are missing at least one tooth, and over 30 million are missing all their teeth. It goes without saying that your teeth are essential for chewing, speaking properly, and your self-confidence. When taken care of them properly, your teeth can last you a lifetime. So...
You may not give much thought to your gums, but they are an essential part of your oral health. Periodontal tissue, or gum tissue, protects the roots of your teeth and keeps bacteria and plaque from causing inflammation and disease below the gumline. Your gums also help anchor your...
