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 your mouth. Read more
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. This situation usually arises unexpectedly, and you may not know what to do. Here’s a guide to help you with your next steps. Read more
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 protection you can get. It’s better to prevent any further damage now, instead of having to pay for costly fixes later. Read more
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 you need to use dental floss to achieve the same thing in the hard to reach spaces between your teeth and gums and a toothbrush can’t reach.
But in recent years, the water floss—which has actually been around for decades—has become more and more popular. But does it actually work? Read more
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} of Americans believe that your smile is an important social asset. A whiter, brighter smile can make you feel more confident in your daily life. Check out these ways that you might benefit from an in-office whitening treatment. Read more
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. Read more
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. Read more
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? Read more
