If you or your child is afraid of the dentist, you’re not alone. Children and adults alike can suffer from dental anxiety. Close to 19.5% of school age children are afraid of going to the dentist. In order to maintain proper oral health, it is important to find ways to combat dental anxiety no matter… Continue reading
Do you get sharp pains in your teeth when drinking hot or cold beverages? Do your teeth sometimes ache for no reason? Do you have a sharp pain in a specific tooth? If so, what does this tooth sensitivity mean? Tooth sensitivity is a common problem and can be caused by a variety of factors…. Continue reading
When it comes to take home teeth whitening kits, Opalescence offers professional teeth whitening in the comfort of your own home. Although only prescribed by dental professionals Opalescence offers dental patients a handful of options to achieve desired whitening results. If you want to whiten, but don’t have a lot of time, you will love… Continue reading
If you use smokeless tobacco it is vital to your health to receive regular oral cancer screenings. There are many people both young and old who believe smokeless tobacco products are safer than cigarettes. It has been proven that smokeless tobacco products are not any safer then cigarettes. The chances of getting oral cancer are… Continue reading
A person’s smile says a lot about him or her. Someone who smiles easily is typically thought to be friendly and outgoing, while someone who hides his or her smile is often thought of as standoffish or withdrawn. Perhaps you hide your smile, yet your personality is neither withdrawn nor standoffish – you are simply… Continue reading
Has your dental practice made the switch from conventional film x-rays to digital dental x-rays? More and more dental practices are realizing the many advantages of digital dental x-rays. Coming with a hefty price tag, digital dental x-ray machines cost roughly 3 to 5 times more than conventional film x-ray machines. Despite the upfront cost,… Continue reading
When you’re about to have a new baby, especially if it is your first one, there are several uncertainties about what to expect. Sometimes it can be totally frustrating when you sit down and start trying to figure out and figure up all the things you need. Of course, your babies health and safety are… Continue reading
Do you like to drink beverages through a straw? Do you prefer using a straw over not using one at all? All the straw users out there have reason to smile because using a straw can actually be good for your teeth and health. Here are a few noteworthy advantages of sipping from a straw…. Continue reading
We know that declining oral health is often closely aligned with the aging process. As we age, dental hygiene becomes particularly important in ensuring that your teeth last for a lifetime. A study conducted by researchers at the department of dental ecology at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill took this premise further… Continue reading
If I have neglected my teeth, will I be able to get them completely healthy again? If you’ve been neglecting your teeth for many years, there’s a good chance that you have already done some damage that is irreversible. If you have developed gum disease, then you may have lost some bone support which will… Continue reading
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