Many people have certain concerns when it comes to maintaining their oral health. Even though many things about dental health are common knowledge, others still need to be brought into the light so that more people care for their oral health. Here are a few common questions that most people look for the answers to. […]
Also often referred to as cavities, dental caries are erosions that occur on the surface of the tooth as a result of the harmful effects produced by tartar, bacteria, plaque, and acids in the mouth. Dental caries typically due to poor oral hygiene, and it is common in both adults and children. Although it's painless […]
You may have never heard of a CEREC crown, but these types of crowns are the best when it comes to getting a dental crown procedure done quickly and easily. With a CEREC crown, there is no waiting and no use of a temporary crown to hold the place of a permanent crown. In one […]
Your baby can start growing primary teeth as early as 5 months. Most children have a set of 20 teeth by the time they are 3 years of age. Milk teeth usually tend to fall off by the time your child is 6 or 7 years old. Here are 5 aspects regarding baby teeth that […]
While it may be common knowledge that smoking has detrimental effects on your teeth, the risk it poses to implant failure is relatively unexplored. Typically, dental implants have a high success rate, with 95% of implants still being functional after 10 years of installation. However, two-thirds of those that fail belong to patients who are […]
Wearing a face mask has become as essential for us as is breathing. You have probably noticed a foul smell or odor that comes from wearing a face mask for a long time. It can be because of multiple reasons, including dry mouth, eating stinky foods like garlic and onions, eating too many sweets, which […]
Looking for something good to drink that will also help improve your oral health? Put aside soda, coffee, and juice—many of these drinks are not good for you at all. While water should always be your go-to beverage, there are some oral health benefits to drinking tea, specifically green tea. Green Tea Helps Your Gums […]
Are you flossing correctly? Some people believe they are doing things right, but actually are not following the right steps when flossing their teeth. The following information will dispel any errors along these lines. What Are Some Common Flossing Mistakes? One of the most common flossing mistakes people make is not how they are flossing, […]
Our office often receives several questions that nag our clients, but one of our patients' most common questions is if it is safe to leave impacted (not erupted) teeth in their mouth. A tooth might fail to erupt either because it does not have enough room or it's erupting from the wrong position or direction. […]
Water is important for our well-being. When our bodies lack sufficient water, our bodies malfunction in short order. This is true as well for the mouth, where keeping moist and pH-balanced is vital to prevent the spread of harmful bacteria responsible for damaged teeth, receding gums, and bad breath. When a patient is dehydrated, some […]