Dental insurance is widely regarded to be crucial, but in the US, there are a staggering number of adults and children without it. Many of these people will lose thousands of valuable school and work hours due to oral-facial problems. Most people understand that oral health directly affects their overall health. But the rate of…
We sleep for 6-8 hours a night on average and a lot can happen during that time. When we sleep, bacteria collect on our teeth. However, you don’t have to let this pasty plaque ruin a good night’s sleep. Here are some nighttime tips for improving your oral health. Eat healthy snacks– If you like…
One of the most common dental complaints is a toothache. There is no doubt that pains are annoying and frustrating. Toothache pain can be a mild pain or excruciating pain. There are several reasons for toothaches including tooth decay, teeth grinding and even non-dental causes like a sinus infection. Here are the most frequent causes…
Sugar has been the teeth’s kryptonite for as long as I can remember and, “Don’t forget to brush and floss,” is a common phrase in many homes. No parent wants to hear that their child has a cavity, and it’s both heartbreaking and defeating, (especially when you’ve worked hard to avoid those cringe-worthy words). There’s…
While we can usually cover up bad breath during the day with gum, breath mints or mouthwash, it is not so easy to do while you are sleeping. The result is that awful, stinky breath known as morning breath. The Bad Breath Institute, more than 80 million people in the United States has some degree…