With Halloween approaching, forming a plan to protect your ghouls’ and ghosts’ teeth from cavities is a good idea. The candies in their Halloween bucket contain sugars that could harm their teeth. We’re not saying that you should not let your child eat Halloween candy, but know that not all candies are created equal. When your children come back from... read more »
The need to care for your teeth as a teen cannot be overstated. During your teen years, the last of your permanent teeth grow in. Once your adult teeth are in place, they need daily care to remain strong throughout your lifetime. Although teeth do weaken over time, your adult teeth can withstand a lifetime of wear and tear. One... read more »
Uncorrected alignment problems with your teeth can cause one or two teeth to rub together improperly. This is even more likely to occur if you have a mild under or overbite. As the two teeth wear on each other, it can gradually start to compromise an area of tooth enamel. As this happens the area of dental attrition can harbor... read more »
Did you know that as of the early 1990s, lasers have been magnificently implemented and used in a variety of dental services? Not only are lasers highly effective at making extremely precise treatments, they are widely effective in a broad display of dental procedures to ensure maximum success for your smile. Laser dentistry is precision dentistry. Listed below are some... read more »
If you are suffering from tooth decay, you probably know that there are a few things you may be able to do. For instance, you probably understand that you can have a cavity filled. You may also understand that you might need a dental crown if you have more severe decay. However, have you ever thought about the benefits of... read more »
Have you been endlessly brushing and flossing with the goal of brightening your teeth but are seeing no results? Have you tried expensive over-the-counter products but still aren’t seeing the result you want? The truth is many of the products sold in stores can do damage to your teeth and gums, so it is best to consult your dentist before... read more »
The year is slowly coming to an end, and time is running out to accomplish all of your goals and dreams you made at the beginning of it. If you promised yourself to stay in excellent health this year, make sure to remember that includes your oral health as well. If you are struggling with improperly balanced teeth, or any... read more »
As you may know, some very popular foods could lead to problems with your breath. For that reason—along with a few others—many people tend to use breath mints and chewing gum to freshen their breath. While these are useful options, they only mask bad breath without addressing the root of the problem. In other words, if you're interested in improving... read more »
Your tooth enamel is made up of microscopic mineral crystals structures. While this makes tooth enamel very strong it is not impervious to enamel erosion caused by consuming acidic foods, beverages and the bacteria in your mouth. As time goes on this process, known as demineralization, can create microscopic pores and channels in your tooth enamel. Bacteria can slowly exploit these weakened... read more »
