Preventing oral health problems such as tooth decay and gum disease is a task that requires the discipline of a daily oral hygiene routine. While brushing and flossing your teeth each day removes bacterial deposits that create these oral threats, regularly visiting your dentist is necessary to provide a professional look at the efficacy of […]
Do you know if you’re making the most of your brushing? Are you quite sure that there’s nothing about your dental hygiene that needs some improvement? Fortunately, this is not something you need to feel unsure about any longer. Rather than making any additional assumptions, we invite you to consider helpful advice from our team. You will […]
Bruxing is the habit of clenching and grinding your teeth together. Most everybody bruxes at one time or another, but chronic bruxing can be a pain. Many people only brux at night and may not know. Mild bruxers may not show any symptoms. However, those who brux nearly 27/7 can experience head, neck, shoulder, jaw, […]
Did you know that ancient man had healthier teeth than we do today? It’s true. Over 90 percent of the American population is affected by cavities and it is highly due to the modern diet. People who drink at least three sodas a day have over 60 percent more tooth decay. Our diets are rife […]
It is easy to skip your dental checkups and cleanings from time to time. You probably figure nothing is wrong if you can’t see it or feel it, and as long as you perform proper oral hygiene at home you’re fine. However, there are conditions that may be developing that you cannot see with the […]
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The technical name for a dental cleaning is prophylaxis, or prophy for short. Prophylaxis means to “ward off” disease. Your teeth are hugely important to your health. Have you ever tried to chew when you were missing a molar? It can be difficult and frustrating. Your gums are hugely important to your health, too, because […]
Research has shown that the first thing people notice is your smile. A smile is a form of positive communication and expression. The old saying that a smile can “warm your heart and open doors” is true and not just for humans. Did you know that your smile is even important to dogs? Although up […]
Has your dentist suggested sealing your child’s teeth? Do you know what that means and how it is done? Dental sealants have been around since the 1960s, but they are not very well-known. In fact, less than one-third of American children have had their teeth sealed. Sealants are a great way to prevent your child […]
Do you love chocolate? It is commonly held that chocolate is bad for your teeth. Chocolate is full of processed sugar and when sugar remains in your mouth after eating it attracts pathogenic oral bacteria. These bacteria turn sugars into acids that eat away at your teeth causing cavities. But what if chocolate contained something […]
You spend a lot of time and money taking good care of your family’s teeth. Do you know exactly what you are caring for? In other words, do you understand the anatomy of a tooth? Knowing tooth anatomy can be beneficial just as knowing the anatomy of your body comes in handy time and time […]
