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 […]
The average lifespan of a veneer is 10 years. Poor care of a veneer can cause a veneer to chip, crack, or come loose sooner. Conversely, patients who protect their veneers and practice good oral care can have veneers last up to 20 years. Fortunately, good oral care for a veneer is similar to good […]
Having a nice smile puts people at ease and broadcasts confidence and self-assuredness. Nothing says I am trustworthy and approachable like a happy smile. Self-confidence and a friendly appearance are attractive characteristics. We feel that having a nice smile equates to having confidence in your life. Self-confidence is not just a handy term but rather […]
Try as we might, there are times when feeding our kids can feel complicated and exhausting. Making sure that they are getting all the right nutrients, spending time cooking and cleaning and meal planning can be overwhelming, and we are tempted to fall back on the easy solutions. Well, we are here to encourage you […]