When patients come into the dental office, many of them have questions about their oral health. Many questions about your oral health have simple solutions so that you can have a healthier mouth. Here are some of the most frequently asked dental questions and answers dentists get! Why do I need a dentist?
Before you drink another soda, you should know that that soda (even the diet kind) is harming your teeth. This drink—like various others—contains acids that will break up the minerals in your teeth, decaying them. Certain foods will have this effect, especially the sweet treats you enjoy. During National Nutrition Month, use these recommendations for
The American Dental Association recommends that every person visit the dentist at least twice a year for comprehensive exams and dental cleanings. As part of that visit, you will meet with one of our dental assistants called a “dental hygienist”. These are licensed dental professionals in our office that focus on the making your teeth
If you suffer from the effects of TMJ, then you likely experience mouth and jaw pain, sometimes on a daily basis. TMJ stands for “temporomandibular joint” and this is a joint located on the side of the face. When patients have problems with this joint, swelling, pain, popping sounds, headaches and more can happen. The
Nobody wants a cavity, but they happen millions of times a year for Americans. When cavities aren’t found promptly with biannual dental exams, they can grow large. When a cavity gets so large that it affects the nerves of your teeth, a root canal may be needed. This is when a tooth is completely cleaned
When sugar mixes with that bacteria, it creates the sticky, acidic plaque that decays your teeth. Because of this, many people use artificial sweeteners instead of sugar. Are those artificial sweeteners really better for your teeth? How Cavities Form Have you ever looked in the mirror at your teeth and seen clear, cruddy goo
February is the month of love. No matter if you give some of your love to another, you should definitely save some love for yourself. You can do that by showing your smile a little extra love this month. Use these tips to help get a healthier, whiter smile that is less likely to decay
Want to start off the new year right by having healthier teeth and gums? You can easily do this, as good oral health happens with simple habits done daily. That includes brushing, flossing and a few other key habits. These small things done each day can help you have a healthy and beautiful mouth all
Thumbsucking is a way that many infants soothe themselves. However, over time, this habit can cause various oral health issues with the teeth. Thumbsucking can cause the teeth to shift position overtime, even making them push outwards. This can lead to speech impediments and orthodontic issues. The problem is worse when thumbsucking happens with the
Want a better smile this year? There are easy ways to do that, and they don’t take a lot of your time. One of the easiest ways is to invest in a teeth-whitening appointment, which can help lighten the teeth to a beautiful white shade. But what if you have tooth decay or oral health
