Though they have a bad reputation, root canals are actually very common procedures that help save teeth and often eliminate dental pain. Due to modern technology and anesthetics, root canals aren’t painful and they may help you avoid a tooth extraction. Plus, you don’t need to worry about the root canal recovery process – it’s quick, simple, […]
Sleep Apnea Signs and Symptoms
Though it sometimes seems like sleep is an absent part of each day, those inactive hours of suspended consciousness actually play a huge role in your health. Sleeping protects your mental health, physical health, and overall quality of life. It gives you energy, helps you focus, supports your immune system, promotes healthy development during adolescence, affects […]
Difference Between Crowns and Veneers
It can be difficult to maintain the set of teeth you’re born with throughout your entire life. Due to neglect, unfortunate accidents, or old age, your teeth may lose their health and luster as you grow older. Luckily, your dentist can enhance your teeth’s health and appearance with crowns and veneers. Although crowns and veneers […]
Types of Floss
Perhaps you floss every day (we hope you do!), or perhaps you don’t. If you’re in the second camp, do you know what’s holding you back? It could actually be the floss that you’re using. Contrary to what you might think, flossing doesn’t have to be tricky or painful. After experimenting with different types of […]
Why Do My Gums Hurt?
We’ll admit that flossing isn’t exactly fun. But if you’re dealing with bleeding or tender gums, you most likely dread flossing. Do you find yourself asking, “Why do my gums hurt?” If so, resist the temptation to load up on pain medicine, and figure out what is causing your issue instead. Painful gums have a variety of […]
How to Brush a Baby’s Teeth
Catching a glimpse of a white tooth making its way through your baby’s gums is an exciting moment as a parent. While your baby might be a little fussy during the teething stage, the arrival of healthy teeth signals that you’re giving your baby the right nutrients. As a good parent, you should start taking […]
How Soda Affects Your Teeth
Did you know that people call sugary, carbonated soft drinks different things across the United States? While the term soda is most common on the West Coast, East Coast, and certain Midwestern cities (like St. Louis and Milwaukee), most people in the South call it coke or cola. And in much of the Midwest, residents refer to it as pop. In […]
How to Get Rid of Bad Breath
Bad breath happens to the best of us. And unfortunately, bad breath doesn’t care when we have a job interview, a first date, or an important client meeting. It can be frustrating when you’re dealing with it on a daily basis. Luckily, you don’t have to put up with bad breath. Learn how to get rid […]
How to Fix Receding Gums
Just like wrinkles and gray hair, receding gums don’t form overnight. However, you shouldn’t write off receding gums as just a normal part of aging. This dental issue is more than a cosmetic problem. Gum recession occurs when the gum tissue that surrounds your teeth shifts back, exposing more of the surface of each tooth. It […]
Stages of Periodontal Disease
If you’ve been skimping on brushing and flossing, you might notice extra plaque and tartar buildup on your teeth. When left untreated, plaque and tartar can lead to more than just an unsightly smile. They can also cause gum disease, which occurs when bacteria overruns your teeth and gums. Gum disease can, in some cases, […]
