Unsightly stains and yellowing teeth in your smile can leave you feeling uncomfortable in social situations. This can be even more disconcerting if you work in a career field that involves person-to-person interaction. While you might be tempted to try one of the whitening products sold in stores, it might not prove effective at addressing… Read more »
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Can Mouthwash Be as Effective as Brushing and Flossing?
Can mouthwash be as effective ad brushing and flossing? Sadly, the truth is no. Nothing can replace the awesome power displayed through brushing and flossing your teeth effectively. However, mouthwash is a wonderful service to add as a supplement to your ever-growing arsenal of oral health daily habits. Follow these guidelines when it comes to… Read more »
An Oral Disease Called Periodontitis can Make You Lose Teeth
The medical term for gum disease is periodontal disease. This disease is an inflammatory bacterial infection that affects an estimated 47% of people over 30 years of age. The cause of periodontal disease is hardened tartar located at the gum line. Tobacco use and some medical conditions are known to accelerate this disease. Its early… Read more »
Are You Giving Your Toothbrush the Care It Deserves?
Did you know that your toothbrush can be a source of bacteria? Sadly, the instruments we use to clean our teeth are just as likely to harm our teeth if we do not care for them properly. Always make sure to give your toothbrush the same attention and care as you do your teeth. Are… Read more »
Dental Avulsion Can Often Be Treated by Dental Implant Restoration
Suffering a dental avulsion from a hard blow to the face or other oral trauma can knock a tooth out of the socket or severely damage it to the point that the tooth is lost. Should the damage be so severe that Dr. cannot viably save the tooth by a root canal, might advocate extracting… Read more »
The Information You Need About Dry Mouth
Are you constantly reaching for water because of your dry, cottony mouth? If so, you might have dry mouth, and our dental team is here to help you. Dry mouth is a condition that is also called xerostomia. Dry mouth can be considered as a symptom of a medical disorder or a side effect of… Read more »
There Are Several Important Factors in Maintaining a Healthy Mouth
A healthy mouth improves your quality of life and provides a modest amount of peace of mind. Maintaining good oral health encompasses several important factors. To aid in this endeavor, your dentist, Dr. , offers these key insights. Purchasing and using high-quality oral hygiene products is a critical aspect to consider. Despite marketing claims, some… Read more »
Root Canal Therapy: What Can You Eat?
Have you heard that root canal therapy can save a tooth with a damaged center? If you decide avoid root canal therapy, the damaged tooth could eventually die and even fall out. Once you have root canal therapy, how should you continue to care for your teeth? More specifically, do you know what you should… Read more »
Basic Information About Fluoride
If you want a strong and successful oral health, then it’s important to nourish your teeth on a regular basis with fluoride. Fluoride is a helpful mineral that can help you work toward the smile of your dreams. To help you learn more about this substance, our team has provided the answers to the following… Read more »
All You Need to Know About Preventing Enamel Erosion
Your smile and oral health are important to your dentist, Dr. , and our dental team, which is why we encourage you to watch out for the many dental issues in the world today. One of the dental issues we recommend preventing is enamel erosion. Enamel erosion in , , is a common dental issue… Read more »
