When you think of your oral health, you may focus on your teeth and gums, but don’t forget about the underlying support for your teeth: your jaw bone. Without a …
How to Get into the Habit of Flossing
Although most people will acknowledge that flossing is incredibly important for oral health, only 4 in 10 Americans floss at least once a day. This is especially perplexing when you …
Benefits of Dental Implants
Although we hope and expect that our teeth will last a lifetime, sometimes life doesn’t go as planned. Fortunately, several solutions are available to replace missing teeth. Although dentures were …
Symptoms of Over-Brushing Teeth
In many situations, people are praised for “giving it their all.” Picture a runner sprinting to the finish line, a student using every spare minute to study for an exam, …
Pinhole Gum Surgery 101
The eyes might be the windows to the soul, but your smile is one of the first things that others notice about you. If you’ve observed your gums receding over …
How Does Tooth Bonding Work?
No matter how diligent you are about visiting your dentist, sometimes accidental injuries or everyday wear and tear can wreak havoc on your smile, causing chips or cracks. If your …
How Do Mouthguards Work?
How do mouthguards work? The answer to that question depends on why you are wearing the mouthguard. This humble, seemingly simple oral appliance can serve many purposes.
What Happens During a Dental Exam?
In 2019, 64.9 percent of American adults reported paying their dentist a visit within the past year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. On one hand, that …
How Dental Insurance Works
Although 77 percent of Americans have dental insurance, how many of us really know how to use it? Knowing the ins-and-outs of your dental insurance plan can help you make …
How to Brush Your Teeth with Braces
As your braces work hard to straighten your teeth, you should work hard to clean and protect your teeth. In fact, oral hygiene is especially important for those with braces …