It’s easy to avoid visiting us because of the financial cost of treatment. However, when patients put off minor, inexpensive treatments it often leads to a more invasive, costly procedure to fix the problem in the future. I realize that a dental visit isn’t always on your list of favorite things to do. Sadly, onlyRead more
Hopefully, it can be avoided, but if you ever do need an extraction, here are 13 basic post-extraction instructions to follow in order to avoid infection and inflammation in the extraction site. #1. No smoking. #2. Don’t use a straw to drink beverages. #3. Only cold drinks are allowed. #4. Spitting and rinsing areRead more
Baby teeth can make a large impact on your child’s oral health. They play a significant role in mouth development as they save space for the child’s future adult teeth. Taking care of your child’s teeth will help create good oral hygiene habits. It will also ensure that their jaws will become strong as theyRead more
As we move into the hottest times of the year, you may be tempted to squeeze some lemon juice into your water to have a refreshing drink. However, lemon juice has the potential the erode your enamel over time if you’re not careful. But, it is possible to enjoy lemon water without damaging your teeth.Read more
Since we were young, the importance of brushing our teeth is ingrained into our minds by our parents, public service announcements, dental hygienists, and dentists. However, is it possible to do too much of a good thing? Upon the recommendation of The American Dental Association, adults should brush their teeth for 2 minutes, twice aRead more
Every April the American Cancer Society shifts its focus to oral cancer and the importance of early detection. Oral cavity and oropharyngeal cancers occur most often in the tongue, tonsils, oropharynx, gums, and other parts of the mouth. The Society’s most recent estimates believe that in 2021 we will see about 54,010 new cases ofRead more
A woman’s body experiences significant changes during pregnancy, but she probably doesn’t give much thought to what’s happening to her teeth. However, a pregnant woman’s mouth undergoes various changes due to hormonal fluctuations associated with carrying a baby. Because of this, it can lead to more cavities and other dental problems. Change Your Toothpaste –Read more
When we first start out in life, we grow a set of small baby teeth, and then as we age, we lose them to make room for our permanent teeth. But how exactly do our permanent teeth change as we age? Gravity, grinding, and tea and coffee stains all contribute to changes in our teeth.Read more
Periodontal disease, also known as gum disease, is an infection that occurs around the teeth. It is caused by bacteria found in the plaque build-up that forms around the gum line. It starts in the gums, and if left untreated, can spread to the cementum (which covers the tooth root), the periodontal ligament, and evenRead more
