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This is a great question that is often a concern that children have as their parents get older. As we age, many parts of our bodies experience change. Even if you’ve taken care of your teeth throughout your life, your mouth can experience some of...
Read MoreDiabetes is commonly known as a chronic illness that affects the body’s ability to take up glucose. Who knew it could affect your oral health too? Periodontal disease is something that often goes hand in hand with diabetes. When blood glucose levels are uncontrolled, it...
Read MoreBad breath is often caused by a buildup of bacteria in your mouth that causes inflammation and gives off noxious odors or gases that smell like sulfur — or worse. Everybody has nasty breath at some point, like when you get out of bed...
Read MoreYour temporomandibular joints, a.k.a. your TMJ, are what make it possible for you to open and close your mouth. When those joints become dysfunctional, it can be a cause of pain and discomfort in the facial area. Some common causes of TMJ disorders include arthritis,...
Read MoreStretching your dollar as far as it can go doesn’t usually include spending a few extra bucks to purchase an electric toothbrush. But using this kind of toothbrush in your daily routine can make a big difference for your oral health. While manual toothbrushes can...
Read MoreIf your tooth is loose and pushed out of position, call your dentist right away to schedule an emergency appointment. In the meantime, you can attempt to re-position the tooth to its normal alignment using light finger pressure-but don’t force it!...
Read MoreWhen your child gets his or her first tooth, it’s time to make an appointment with your family’s dentist. It’s never too early to be concerned about your child’s oral health, and even having just one tooth is a good enough reason to pay a...
Read MoreFluoride is an important component of tap water that helps keep your teeth healthy. It is critical in protecting teeth against decay that can leave a lasting impact on your dental health. Many bottled waters don’t contain the amount of fluoride recommended by the FDA–though...
Read MoreYour tooth will have the best chance of surviving trauma if you see your dentist within one hour of the incident-so call immediately for an appointment. Handle your displaced tooth by its crown, not by its root. Touching the root of your tooth...
Read MoreWrong!! Although both gum disease and cavity disease are caused by oral bacterial growth, a person often has gum disease without cavities. Don’t be fooled into believing, that since you’ve never had a cavity, you can’t lose your teeth to gum disease....
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