Bad breath can be embarrassing. There are lots of things that can cause bad breath, so getting to the root of the problem will help to solve your condition. If you or a loved one is experiencing chronic bad breath, here is a guide to some of the underlying causes that may be happening in […]
If you are eating a snack, and all of a sudden you bite down on something harder than expected, and you hear a crack, you may have just cracked a tooth. Or if you get hit in the mouth and you feel pain in a tooth, you may have just cracked one of your teeth. […]
Have you ever wondered what a root canal really is? You may have heard friends and family discussing their last trip to the dentist, but not known what the process really entails. Let’s take a look at some of the reasons why you may need a root canal and what happens during your visit.
If you grind your teeth in your sleep, your doctor may recommend a mouthguard for you to wear at night. This will help protect the surface of your teeth from any further damage. It is impossible to tell your body to stop doing something while you are asleep, so a mouth guard is the best […]
When it comes to dental hygiene at home, the most comprehensive protection you can give your teeth, as any good dentist will tell you, is a combination of brushing and flossing. You need to brush your teeth in order to remove the layer of plaque that builds up on the surface of your enamel, and […]
Over time, the food we eat and even just aging causes our teeth to lose their pearly white qualities. Coffee, tea, red wine, soda, smoking and tobacco use, and some dark colored vegetables and fruits can all cause visible staining on your teeth. According to a survey by the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, 99.7{3b0f9398becb40f4bdd8fe95c600d2c252c33730296b97da1b334948809cb5c4} […]
Last time you went to the store to get floss, were you overwhelmed by how many different types of floss and flossing devices are available? You are not alone. Let’s break it down so you can find the right one for you.
Do you still feel tired after a full night’s sleep? Are your family members complaining about your snoring? If you said yes, then there is a chance that you may need to be evaluated immediately for sleep apnea.
Is it time to replace your toothbrush again? You should purchase a new toothbrush every four to six months. There are so many different options available, so how do you know which one is right for you? Here’s some ways to tell.
You hear it all of the time from television commercials to your older relatives: be sure to floss your teeth. Yeah, yeah, we’ve all heard it before. But why is flossing so important?