A lot of parents teach their kids to brush twice a day– morning and night. But do they teach their kids to floss? Not so much. And adults don’t floss like they should… That said, if you’re the kind of person who cares about your dental health, you floss and you realize it’s just as… Read more »
Do you drink a lot of Pepsi, Coke or Dr. Pepper? If so, you could be hurting your tooth enamel. The surface of your teeth has a protective layer known as enamel, and it can wear down depending on how you treat your teeth over the years. Things That Adversely Affect Your Teeth Enamel What’s… Read more »
What do you know about dentists? What do dentists think about when they’re working on your teeth/mouth? For starters, dentists pay attention to a number of things regarding oral health– not just teeth. A good dentist is going to notice and help correct jaw problems. They’ll also be on the lookout for signs of oral… Read more »
Ever have an infected tooth? Ugh, they can hurt! Typically, tooth infections are caused by either a crack in the tooth or untreated tooth decay because you didn’t take very good care of your teeth. Untreated Decay So, if you have untreated tooth decay, here’s what happened: you probably had chunks of food stuck in… Read more »
Okay, so you brush your teeth daily– that’s great. Do you floss, too? You should! Do you use mouthwash? You might as well. Mouthwash makes a good addition to your oral hygiene routine. Mouthwash Does More Than Freshen Your Breath While it’s probably best known for freshening breath, mouthwash has other benefits. Since it… Read more »
Do you have a missing tooth? What can you do about it? Why not get it replaced? Missing teeth can be the result of gum disease, injuries, tooth decay, etc. Missing teeth can affect a person’s smile, their ability to speak and chew and more. What are some options for replacing missing teeth? Dental Implants… Read more »
How can you help your child develop healthy dental habits? Start Early For starters, when they’re young, before teeth come in, wipe their gums. Then, when they get teeth, clean their mouth with a little toothbrush so they get familiar with the concept of brushing teeth daily. Before their first birthday, take them to a… Read more »
No one wants a broken tooth or a chipped tooth. That said, they happen. Are they one in the same? Not really. There are some differences. Chipped Tooth vs Broken Tooth When can you call it a chipped tooth? When a part of the tooth breaks off that’s made mostly of or entirely of enamel… Read more »
Not everyone develops wisdom teeth. Those who do, though, often have them removed. What are some signs you need your wisdom teeth removed? Tight Fitting First, you might have little or no room to accommodate your wisdom teeth. They might be growing in wrong/awkward directions, and/or pushing on other teeth to further crowd your mouth… Read more »
Think of all the people you know. Now think of their teeth. Do they smile? If they don’t, why not? Oftentimes, friends and family (and perhaps YOU) might not like to smile because they don’t like the look of their teeth. What’s “in?” Bright, white teeth. What’s “out?” Yellow, stained teeth. A lot of people… Read more »
What do you know about sedation dentistry? There are some myths about it… More than One Way For starters, people assume there’s only one way to administer dental sedation. That’s not true. There are three ways. There’s nitrous oxide, the most common one, whereas patients breathe in a colorless, odorless gas that puts them at… Read more »
When you think about your smile, you think about teeth, right? But don’t forget your gums! Ideally, you want healthy, good-looking gums. You don’t want gum disease. How can you prevent gum disease? Gum Disease Overview Well, gum disease happens when plaque builds up under and along the gum line. Plaque is a sticky film… Read more »
