How to Tell If You Have Gum Disease
Do you happen to see blood after brushing your teeth? Don’t treat this occurrence as something normal. Why, would you feel the same way if you see blood after brushing your hair? Bleeding is one of the indications that the … Continued
Tips on How to Cope with Dental Fear and Anxiety
There aren’t many people who look forward to visiting their dentist; however, for some, it is more than that. Other people experience nightmares of dental drills and feel stressed at the thought of undergoing basic hygiene appointments—all of these, even … Continued
What You Must Know About Dentures
Everyone knows that it is difficult to deal with missing teeth. For that reason, people avail of dentures to replace them and regain the confidence to smile again. Whether you are considering getting dentures, know someone who has them, or … Continued
Dental Health and Your Diet
Your body works hard to convert the foods you eat into energy. You may not think twice about what you are eating – especially when it comes to grabbing an afternoon snack or sipping on a vanilla latte on your … Continued
Bad Breath
Having bad breath can be an embarrassing problem – especially if you are regularly face to face with other people. Known professionally as halitosis, bad breath plagues many people every day. Most cases of bad breath can be remedied by … Continued
How to Brush Your Teeth
Brushing your teeth is probably a standard part of your daily routine, but chances are you aren’t following the American Dental Association’s guidelines for cleaning your teeth properly. The ADA currently recommends that you brush your teeth at minimum of … Continued
Electric Brush vs. Manual Brushes
Preventative dentistry is about more than just visiting your dentist twice yearly for an exam and thorough cleaning. In fact, the majority of your preventative care is done at-home as a part of your normal hygienic routine. Many residents use … Continued
How to Floss Your Teeth
Flossing is an important part of an oral hygiene routine, but research suggests that fewer than half of Americans do so daily. Flossing is simple and only takes an extra couple of minutes per day. Developing a healthy habit of … Continued
Fluoride and Decay Prevention
Fluoride is a naturally occurring element that has been shown to help strengthen teeth in children and also prevent decay in people of all ages. Topical fluoride, in particular is helpful for promoting oral health. The American Dental Association has … Continued
Dentistry Post-Op Questions
If you are undergoing a dental procedure or operation, you will be given a set of post-operative instructions to abide by in the hours, days, and weeks after your treatment. Following these instructions is essential to preventing infections in surgical … Continued