Losing your milk teeth, or teeth you’ve had since a child is normal. However, losing permanent teeth tends to be a cause of something. There are a few diseases and conditions that can result in tooth loss; and most of them have some sort of underlying cause. Gum Disease Gum disease is the result of…
Ouch, agonizing, painful – these are just a few words that come to mind when you have a toothache. So what exactly causes a toothache? There are numerous reasons you can get a toothache. These can include an abscessed tooth, tooth fracture, damaged filling, or even infected gums. Trust me when I say that none…
Oral Herpes, also known as cold sores or fever blisters, is a common and highly contagious infection. Most often caused by the Herpes Simplex Virus type 1 (HSV-1), it is likely that at least half the adult population of the US has it. Many of these adults contracted HSV-1 in childhood by kissing an adult…
As sports related injuries continue to become more and more common, it is important to keep dental related sports injuries in mind. These can cause serious problems later on down the road. If they are not treated they can cause pain, abnormal bites and can change the way the person looks. By understanding sports related…
Taking care of your teeth and gums has been proven to help other areas of your health too. Love for your heart starts with your mouth The inner lining of your heart may get infections because of bacteria. This includes bacteria coming into your heart from your mouth. Poor oral hygiene is also linked to…