Do you find that as excited as you feel about the thought of turkey, potatoes, green beans, mashed potatoes, pumpkin pie, and more, you feel a bit weary, too? What seems to be the problem? If you’re feeling somewhat overwhelmed at the thought of trying to make good choices for your oral health during this… Read more »
Category: Dental Health
How Your Diet Can Harm Your Teeth
The choices you make in your diet can have profound effects on your overall health. Along with brushing and flossing, maintaining a smart diet can provide big benefits for the health, and the appearance, of your teeth. Certain foods and drinks can affect the color of your teeth, and substances high in sugar can increase your… Read more »
Why Routine Checkups With Your Dentist Matter
Brushing and flossing regularly are crucially important to keeping your oral health in peak condition, but good habits at home are not enough by themselves. A routine visit with your dentist can provide a more comprehensive cleaning, and essential feedback on the state of your oral health. Your dental hygienist can clean your teeth with tools… Read more »
The Danger of Not Treating Cavities
Cavities are the most widespread (and among the most uncomfortable) dental diseases that can afflict your smile. The tragedy among the 90% of adults in America who’ve had to deal with tooth decay and cavities is that the disease is highly preventable with proper dental hygiene and regular professional maintenance. Nevertheless, many people don’t seriously… Read more »
An Early Start on Your Child’s Good Dental Health
Good habits develop early in life. One of the earliest habits kids learn is their oral hygiene routine, which can have a significant impact on their oral health for the rest of their lives. Fortunately, we can help you get an early start on your child’s good dental health with a few tips from your… Read more »
Smart Sips for a Sparkling Smile
It’s summer time and on a hot, sunny day, there’s nothing better than finding a comfortable seat in the shade and enjoying a cold drink or frosty frozen treat. While there’s certainly nothing wrong with quenching your thirst and cooling off on a hot day, some summertime sips can cause serious damage to your teeth…. Read more »
What You Didn’t Know About Tooth Extraction
While tooth extraction isn’t the most popular form of dental procedure, it is more common than most people may realize. While taking care of your teeth is important to avoid tooth loss, some complications may arise that require treatment that surpasses restoration. For instance, if a tooth has experienced severe decay, it is no longer… Read more »
Bad Habits That Can Wreck Your Teeth
Developing good habits is a good thing. Developing bad habits, not so much. Some good habits include practicing proper oral health, exercising, and eating healthy. Some bad habits include smoking, picking your teeth or nose in public, burping out loud, not covering your mouth when you cough or sneeze, and the list goes on. There… Read more »
Is Your TMJ Talking Too Much?
TMJ stands for temporomanibular joints. Your temporomandibular joints are the jaw joints that connect your lower jaw to your skull. Because of these joints you can open your mouth to talk, chew, yawn, eat, and drink. Put your fingers in front of each ear and open your mouth. Can you feel your jaw joint? Temporomanibular… Read more »
Is There Something Better Than Toothpaste?
Toothpaste has a long history. It is not a modern development as you might think. Although we brush our teeth with more modern ingredients, toothpaste has been around since ancient times. Some cultures used crushed shells, sand, or other abrasives to brush their teeth. The Asian cultures used more aromatic and palatable ingredients. The Romans… Read more »