Have you noticed how dry your mouth can get during dental services? It goes without saying that your skin is the largest organ in/on the human body, it is also the most unique. What’s interesting about skin is that there are different types of skin all over your body. The skin on your lips for… Continue reading
The consumption of sports drinks and energy drinks among Americans is higher than ever before. While you may be helping replenish lost hydration when gulping down a sports drink, most people don’t realize they could actually be harming their pearly whites by consuming these refreshing beverages. In addition to regular dental cleanings, there are a… Continue reading
hen it comes to our oral health, there are many things a typical dental patient overlooks. The mouth has been called a window to the body, so with this in mind, be sure to seek help from your dentist if you find yourself dealing with any of the following oral symptoms: • Chronic bad breath:… Continue reading
Severe periodontitis is the advanced stage of periodontal (gum) disease that causes irreversible damage to the bone and tissue supporting your teeth. Researchers have long recognized the prevalence of this disease in American adults. However, a paper titled, “Global Burden of Periodontisis: A Systematic Review and Meta-Regression” suggests that this problem may be bigger than… Continue reading
When it comes to helping restore and protect teeth, brighten a smile or anchor a dental bridge, there is nothing quite as helpful or versatile as a porcelain dental crown. Porcelain dental crowns are a tooth shaped cap that fits securely over your existing tooth, creating a new surface, biting surface and support for a… Continue reading
Similar to a head ache, belly ache or back ache, consistent tooth ache pain is not an ailment you want to overlook. There are a number of things that can cause a tooth ache from tooth decay to a loose tooth. Tooth sensitivity and impacted wisdom teeth are other common causes for aching teeth. If… Continue reading
Wisdom teeth are the third set of molars in the very back of your mouth that typically come in sometime between the ages of 17 and 21. Many people choose to have their wisdom teeth removed in their teen age years or early 20’s because of the potential crowding, shifting and bite problems often caused… Continue reading
Do you desire a whiter, brighter, more beautiful smile? If so, you are certainly not alone. That is why teeth whitening is currently the most requested cosmetic dental service in the United States. That is also why you see a lot television commercials advertising products that can help you achieve whiter teeth. From toothpastes to… Continue reading
According to the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research, 3.75% of American adults between the ages of 20 and 64 have no remaining teeth. In addition, American adults between the age of 20 and 64 have an average of 24.92 out of 28 remaining teeth. According to these sobering statistics, many adults in American… Continue reading
Do you grind your teeth? Has a loved one or spouse complained that you keep them up at night from the sound of grinding your teeth together? If you struggle with grinding your teeth it’s important to figure out why you are grinding and if the grinding is becoming problematic. The most common cause of… Continue reading
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