Have you found yourself reaching for more and more mints and gum? Have you been waking up in the morning feeling disgusted with the smell of your breath? There are some things you can do that can help you overcome your bad breath. Read more
A visit to your dentist may reveal that you need a root canal, otherwise known as an endodontic treatment. Although you may have heard of this before, you should know more about exactly what it is, and what your procedure will consist of. Read more
You’ve likely always heard about the importance of brushing your teeth. But, has brushing your teeth turned into something that you do quickly, out of habit and necessity? There is a proper method to brushing your teeth that ensures your teeth are thoroughly cleaned. Read more
You’ve ignored the pain, discomfort, and embarrassment of having a missing tooth for a while now. You’ve said that you’ll see a dentist eventually, but eventually keeps getting further and further away. Now, you no longer want to go out socially, you’ve stopped smiling, and you go out of your way to avoid foods that you used to love just because you can’t chew them properly. Read more
Sometimes, like when you eat a big slice of garlic pizza, you’ll notice that the garlic flavor sticks around for a while; sometimes even after you brush your teeth! There are some foods that tend to make our mouths taste and feel a certain way after we eat them, but what does it mean when you have a bad taste for no apparent reason? Read more
Having surgery can be scary, and when you hear that you need oral surgery, it can be confusing. Why do you need a surgeon to do anything in your mouth? Despite the name, oral surgery isn’t as invasive as other types of surgery and most of the time, it’s done in-office and you can go home after the procedure. Read more
Seeing your dentist every six months for a professional cleaning is the best way to keep your teeth and gums healthy. But sometimes, you might need more than just a cleaning. Read more
Springtime is a happy time. The trees and flowers are blooming and everyone is looking forward to new awakenings. Spring brings get-togethers and events that the colder winter months kept us away from. Who wants to leave the house in the cold, snow, or just plain grey doldrums of January? Read more
You floss and floss and floss. And you get bored, bored, bored. But you know that you have to do it; it’s what keeps your teeth and gums healthy. Flossing gets all of the gobs of gunk that hide between your teeth that can cause plaque, tartar, and even gum disease.
The truth is, nothing can beat flossing for true dental health. The abrasiveness of the floss is what helps scrape your teeth and remove the nasty, sticky plaque buildup that can cause so much trouble. But sometimes, a water pick can help in ways that floss just can’t. Read more
Have you ever heard of TMJ? TMJ is the standard abbreviation of a condition called Temporomandibular Joint disorder. This joint is what connects your lower jaw to your skull and when you open your mouth to talk, eat, or looked shocked, you can thank your temporomandibular joint. Read more