Posted in General Dentistry
The mouth goes through major changes over a lifetime. A baby will typically start to erupt his/her first tooth between five and nine months. The last set of teeth to erupt are the third molars, located at the back of the mouth. The third molars, commonly referred to as the wisdom teeth, will usually make […]
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Many seemingly harmless oral care products are marketed as beneficial to the health and beauty of your smile. These products are often easy to use, come in unique flavors, and promise fast results, but they can actually be harmful to your teeth over time. Here are a few things the marketing world will not tell […]
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For most of us, dental hygiene is fairly high on our list of priorities. We brush, we floss, and we dread dental checkups, but we go anyways—or at least convince ourselves that we’ll set up the appointment. We all desire that pearly white, healthy smile and want to prevent things like cavities and gum disease, […]
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According to the American Dental Hygienists’ Association (ADHA), October is National Dental Hygiene Month. With the candy-filled holiday of All Hollow’s Eve quickly approaching, now is the perfect time to brush up on the basics and importance of dental hygiene. Dr. Sands, as well as the ADHA, recommends the “daily four” to help everyone remember […]
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If you’ve ever been to the dentist, you know that daily brushing and flossing are important for dental health. However, because flossing with braces can be more difficult and time-consuming than flossing without braces, it’s all too easy to neglect it. You should continue to floss daily throughout your teeth straightening treatment if you want […]
Read MorePosted in Gum Disease
Healthy teeth depend on healthy gums. Gum disease is a common condition that ranges from simple inflammation of the gums to significant tissue and bone damage that leads to tooth loss. The following indicators can tell you if you have gum disease. With proper dental hygiene and professional dental treatments, you can manage your gum […]
Read MorePosted in Porcelain Veneers, Teeth Grinding
Does your jaw ever feel sore when you wake up in the morning? If so, you could have bruxism. People with bruxism frequently grind or clench their teeth together. Since this can significantly damage the teeth, here are some tips to help you stop grinding your teeth. If bruxism has already led to notable tooth […]
Read MorePosted in Cosmetic Dentistry, Crowns, Dental Bonding, Dental Care, Porcelain Veneers
The majority of people will chip a tooth at some point in their lifetime. Constant wear in a particular spot can weaken enamel until it breaks off. You might also bite down on hard food or be involved in an accident that chips and breaks your teeth. Whatever the cause, there are a few options […]
Read MorePosted in Nutrition Labels, Oral Health
Even though sugar is one of the main causes of expanding waistlines and increased dental cavities, it remains one of the most common ingredients in processed food. Even “diet food” like protein bars and sports and “nutrition” drinks can contain more added sugar than the daily allotment suggested by the American Heart Association, which is […]
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A recent survey by The Health Policy Institute, a research division of the American Dental Association, found that the top three oral health problems facing Americans today are dry mouth, difficulty biting and chewing, and pain. Dry Mouth Of the 15,000 survey respondents across all states, the top issue was dry mouth (also called xerostomia), […]
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