If you smoke, chances are your dental needs are considerably greater than someone who does not smoke. An alarming statistic shows that smoking cigarettes is the number one cause of tooth decay and tooth loss. Smoking cigarettes also increases a person’s chances of getting periodontal disease, bone decay, and oral cancer. Studies show that smokers…
The words “root canal” can be terrifying to people, especially those who have never undergone one themselves. However, thanks to technology root canal procedures have changed considerably, and today we are here to dispel some of the top root canal myths! The number one myth is that root canal treatments are extremely painful. FALSE –…
Everyone knows the importance of brushing their teeth twice and day and floss. However, did you know that your tongue is a big time target for bacteria? Although your tongue won’t get damaged directly, like your teeth do in the form of cavities, not cleaning your tongue can lead to some pretty negative results. Almost…
Everyone’s teeth will begin to yellow at some point due to enamel thinning as you age. Certain factors will worsen teeth yellowing and speed up the process. This includes drinking coffee, tea, colas, wine or dark juices, all which stain your teeth when particles embed in the pits and ridges of your enamel. Tobacco, whether…
The average American chews about 1.8 pounds of gum each year. Although some gum can be bad for your teeth, especially if you’re chewing nearly 2 pounds of it, most gum can now be chewed with little to no consequence. In fact, many gums can be beneficial to the chewer. Chewing sugar free gum can…
The holiday season is upon us and you know with holidays come all kinds of delicious foods and drinks! It’s perfectly okay to enjoy these yummy things all while taking extra good care of your oral health! Check out these tips for proper care of your teeth and gums this holiday season! Be mindful of…
There are a lot of myths about dental hygiene and dentists which are just not true. Misunderstandings about tooth care can lead to poor oral health or a fear of going to the dentist. Some of the most repeated and believed myths are: The more you bush, the better. Over brushing will wear down your…
Are you told that you snore while you’re asleep? Do you find yourself waking up constantly in the night? These are common symptoms of a condition known as Sleep Apnea. People who suffer from Sleep Apnea do not get adequate oxygen to their brain while they sleep. This is caused by a blockage in the…
With Halloween right around the corner, younger children will soon have a huge bag of candy. Candy is full of sugar and provides little, to no health benefits. However, trick-or-treating is a huge part of the fall season that kids look forward to all year. Children can enjoy their candy while maintaining healthy teeth. Here…
Visiting the dentist during a pregnancy should be high on your to-do list before baby comes! Getting a checkup is not only safe, but very important for your dental health. Your dentist can take care of a cleanings and other procedures, like filling a cavity, as well as help with any pregnancy-related dental symptoms. The…