If you’re the type of person who dreads a trip to the dentist, you’re not alone. Millions of Americans are afraid of what’s in store for them at the local dental clinic, and after all, you’re better off not knowing that you have a cavity that needs to be filled, right? Unfortunately not. The good news is that if you’re one of those millions of people who has had a bad experience in the p…Read More
When it comes right down to it, the truth is that our teeth get quite a bit of attention. In many instances, brushing and flossing are focused on getting our teeth as clean as possible, and that’s not a bad thing! It’s just that caring for your gums sort of gets lost in the process. Unfortunately, neglecting care for your gums leads to gum disease, also known as gingivitis. The numbers are ala…Read More
When it comes to your flossing technique, are you certain that you’re doing it right? It’s the thing that many people worry about when they go to the dentist for their cleanings twice a year. It’s almost inevitable that the dental hygienist will say, “So how often are you flossing?” You consider for a moment or two how to answer, wondering if you should say, “Oh, every single day,” o…Read More
Plaque sticks to your teeth like crazy, so it only makes sense that you’d need to brush super hard to get rid of it all, right? Unfortunately not. In reality, many people out there are simply brushing their teeth too hard. We can understand the logic behind wanting to scrub away the stuff on your teeth that are causing them harm. After all, that’s what you do when something is stuck to your di…Read More
It’s probably a myth that you’ve heard before: chewing a piece of gum after you eat can help to keep your mouth clean until you get a chance to brush. Does that actually work, or is it just one of those things that people say without having any real evidence? Without digging deeper, it kind of seems like the type of thing that might be real. After all, chewing gum can surely help to get rid of…Read More
Many people have negative feelings about going to the dentist’s office. This could be due to some anxiety you feel because of a negative experience in the past or perhaps the sterile environment just makes you feel uncomfortable. Regardless of why you dislike going to the dentist for a cleaning, it’s something that needs to be done. That is why we want to walk you through what a typical teeth …Read More
There are several holidays that come about each year during which there seems to be chocolate at your disposal constantly. One of these holidays is Valentine’s Day and with it right around the corner, we thought we would take this opportunity to talk about how chocolate affects your teeth. Is chocolate bad for your teeth? Whether it be white chocolate, dark chocolate, or any other kind, this tre…Read More
By the time you are in your adult years, you likely have a pretty good indication of how to take care of your teeth in an effective manner. You brush, you floss, you see your dentist. In fact, you could be doing every possible thing you can think of to make sure that your oral health remains in good condition. After all, you only have one set of teeth and it’s important to care for them as well …Read More
Kids are tough to get to listen a lot of the time and a parent will tell you there is nothing their child does not like to do more than brush their teeth. However, as this is something necessary every child (and adult for that matter) should be doing, you need to know how to get your kiddo in the habit of having good oral hygiene. Below you can discover just a few ways to get your child excited to…Read More
While it may not be something you ever expect to happen, losing a crown or a filling is not all that uncommon. In fact, a filling or a crown can fall out for a number of reasons such as chewing on hard foods or saliva simply breaking down the bonding over a period of time. You can also lose a crown or a filling by having decay occur in the tooth where it is housed. The loss of support in the tooth…Read More