Many people admit to grinding their teeth both consciously and/or subconsciously. Teeth grinding can be the result of anger, anxiety, or nervousness. Some people even grind their teeth in their sleep. Unfortunately, there are a lot of reasons why this is a bad habit to have. Teeth The teeth are the first victims of teeth…
You always hear about how soda and other junk food damages your teeth. Yet what about are there any good food that can damage your teeth. Ice Well, ice is a good start. Because most people even when we drink water we chew the ice that’s in our drink not thinking about it. The ice…
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…
It is unhealthy for children to consume fluoride at such a young age. For this reason, it is important to make sure you choose the right kind of toothpaste for your child. Regardless of if you are brushing their teeth, helping them brush their teeth, or they are doing it all on their own –…
Dentists have many gadget that they use, depending on the type of dental job that needs to be done. Lasers are often times used for a variety of reasons. Depending on the work that you need to have done, you may have the ability to use the laser for the treatment plan in your near…
Whether or not mouthwash is effective at preventing dental decay is all about what kind of mouthwash you are buying and swishing around in your mouth. For starters, you should only be purchasing and using mouthwash with an “ADA” seal on it. The “ADA” seal means the mouthwash has been approved by the American Dental…
A dentist is a pretty phenomenal person. There are so many different dental conditions – and they are supposed to know about them all. This is true even of the rare ones that do not pop up very often. There are some conditions a dentist may never encounter in his or her entire career, but…