You are encouraged to floss each day for a clean and healthy mouth. Do you follow that recommendation? Take a look at some facts about flossing and the truth behind some of the more common myths. Myth: I only need to floss when I have food caught in my teeth. It’s important and an effective…
Millions of people experience dry mouth at some point in their lives. If you are one of those millions, you know night time is generally the worst, waking up parched. Without relief it can be uncomfortable and frustrating. Dry mouth is annoying and can be painful. If left untreated, chronic dry mouth can lead to…
Advanced Dentistry’s very own Dr. Nelly Silva was featured in a Reading Eagle article, written by Tracy Rasmussen, discussing female led dental practices! In the article it explains how Dr. Silva not only opened her own practice, but also built it from scratch instead of taking over another practice. Originally wanting to become a broadcast…
A root canal is a dental procedure used to treat a diseased or infected tooth. There are multiple layers to your teeth, the hard, outer layer of enamel and dentin and the layer below known as pulp which houses blood vessels, nerves, and connective tissue. A root canal becomes necessary when the soft tissue layer…
The risk of gum issues and tooth decay is significantly higher when a person is wearing braces, which makes it incredibly important to have routine dental cleanings while undergoing orthodontic treatment. This helps to remove plaque, tartar deposits, and stains on teeth around the brackets. There is likely to be some plaque remaining after brushing…
Tooth decay is a dental health issue that affects children as well as adults. While a child’s baby teeth fall out, tooth decay at any age can be problematic. The World Health Organization advises limiting sugar to only 10% of a toddler’s daily caloric intake. At three years old, daily caloric intake is roughly 1,100…
Dental sealants are a coating put on the grooves of your child’s back teeth in order to protect them. The first adult molars in a child’s mouth come out around 6 years of age and come with very deep grooves built-in. Food often gets trapped in those grooves and a toothbrush’s bristles are unable to…
You could be harming your teeth and jaw structure at night without even realizing it by grinding your teeth or clenching your jaw while you sleep. This condition is known as bruxism, and over time these actions can wear on your mouth and cause permanent damage if not addressed. The most common reasons for teeth…
8 Common Questions about Root Canal Treatment If you’ve been told you need a root canal, you likely have several questions. Below are the 8 most common questions asked about root canals. Are root canal treatments painful? When done right, root canal treatments relieve the pain and does not cause it. Most pain comes from…
Your tooth has sustained damage or is decaying beyond the capabilities of a dental filling, and your dentist has recommended a crown. A dental crown a tooth-shaped “cap” which is used to cover the damaged tooth to restore its size and shape, strength, and appearance. When placed properly, a crown fully encases the visible portion…