Oh no! Your tooth filling fell out! First of all, don’t panic. Although we know it can be startling to suddenly feel a filling loosen or fall out as you’re …
How to Fix a Cracked Tooth
Did you know that your teeth are the hardest part of your body? Even harder than your bones! Yet despite the strength of the calcified tissue (dentine) that makes up …
Health Benefits of Straight Teeth
There’s no substitute for a confident smile. While straight teeth offer obvious aesthetic benefits, there are also several health benefits of straight teeth. From improving overall oral health to reducing …
Tooth Filling Procedure
Fillings are incredibly common restorative procedures. Most of us have experienced at least one tooth filling procedure, but very few of us understand what’s happening during the process. What is …
The Importance of Tooth Enamel
Did you know that your teeth are composed of several substances, including enamel, dentin, pulp, the root canal, nerves, and blood vessels? It’s a common misconception that teeth are bones; …
The Root Canal Recovery Process
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …