Braces are one of the most effective methods of orthodontia to straighten your teeth. In no time, you’ve have beautiful, straight teeth that you’ll want to show off to the world! However, your teeth and gums will be more challenging to clean when wearing fixed metal or even ceramic...
If you’re considering restoration options for missing teeth, dental implants are one of the best replacements you can get. These sturdy artificial teeth consist of a post that’s surgically placed in your jawbone with a dental crown attached to the end. Once healed, you’ll have a permanent replacement for...
Smoking is the number one preventable cause of death in the United States . Smoking can not only cause damage that leads to chronic disease, including DNA damage that can lead to cancer, but it also affects your teeth and gums. But how exactly does smoking affect your smile?...
Tooth sensitivity affects an estimated 40 million people in the United States alone . Tooth sensitivity almost always boils down to tooth enamel damage, in which tooth enamel is either injured or worn away over time. When tooth enamel is gone, it exposes dentin, the softer layer underneath. Dentin has...
Humans typically have 20 baby teeth and 32 adult teeth. But did you know that you can have extra teeth in your mouth? This relatively uncommon condition, called hyperdontia, happens when extra teeth grow either on the inner or outer rim of your line of teeth, very close to...
When your jaw joints, called your temporomandibular joints, which are located on either side of your head, don’t work like they should, they can cause discomfort and unusual noises such as clicking or grinding when moving the jaw. TMJ disorders can cause an array of symptoms in the body, from...
Whether it’s the colorful packaging or the promise of sugar, candy is often a favorite among children, even if they only have it on special occasions. Although candy and sugar are never beneficial for your child’s teeth, sweets are generally an unavoidable part of raising kids! So which candies...
You know that your diet affects your oral health, but did you know that certain foods are better for your smile than others? That’s right—fruits and vegetables are the understated superstars of both your bodily health and your oral health. In fact, the American Heart Association recommends getting five...
A cavity is an actual hole in your tooth caused by tooth enamel damage that has allowed bacteria to cause decay. Cavities always start out small and can progress over time to compromise your entire tooth. Although it may be tempting to ignore that small cavity when your dentist...
A lisp is when a person may not be able to use their tongue to properly pronounce words that contain the letter “s” or “z”. In people who have a lisp, the tongue doesn’t connect with the roof of the mouth to properly say words, causing words with “s”...
