It Is Good To Ask Questions
Try not to think of your next dental appointment as just something you have to get through. Instead, it is the perfect opportunity to ask questions about the state of your oral health and what you can do to improve it. Poor oral health has been linked significantly to medical conditions such as diabetes or…
All About Bruxism
Bruxism, the act of clenching and grinding one’s teeth together, is commonly thought of as a childhood concern, something that kids do in their sleep and a habit that they usually just grow out of. While this is the most commonly recognized scenario, bruxism can also affect adults. Dental professionals describe bruxism in two forms.…
What’s The Damage?
If you’re suddenly experiencing pain when you chew or you notice that your teeth are more sensitive to hot or cold foods or drinks you may have cracked a rear molar. The molars are most susceptible since, after all, they do most of the chewing. If this happens to you don’t risk further damage, see…
When It’s An Emergency
A dental emergency can be anything from a toothache to having a permanent tooth knocked out. The pain from a toothache can stop you in your tracks, it’s hard to carry on with a daily routine when you’re so distracted. If the pain becomes more intense or if it lasts for more than a couple…
What Can You Do At Home?
A nice healthy smile and that fresh mouth feeling that you have after leaving the dentist’s office can’t help but boost your self-esteem, especially if you’ve come away with a clean bill of health. But did you take the time to ask your dentist or hygienist what more you could be doing to keep that…
Why The Change?
Are you one of those dental patients that always has a good checkup, no cavities and pearly whites that you’ve always been proud to show off? If that’s been the case up to now but things have begun to change there must be a reason why it isn’t just coincidence. Tooth decay is caused by…
Your Dentist Will Follow Up
Have you ever been surprised by a call from your dentist inquiring how you’re doing after having had a procedure done earlier in the day or the previous day? Aftercare is very important after any dental treatment and your dentist will want to make sure you’re recovering well and following post-procedure instructions to avoid the…
Home and Professional Care
Prevention takes top billing when making a list of ways to avoid the discomfort and expense of having to deal with major oral health issues. Home care begins with brushing twice a day and flossing at least once – flossing and rinsing after every meal or snack would be the ideal. In addition, dental hygienists…
Early Diagnosis Is So Important
The treatment plan is at the heart of every dental evaluation. The goal is to assess the overall oral health of the patient, pinpoint any issues and design a schedule for tending to each one in order of urgency. Digital imagery has been a great help in explaining the plan so that the patient can…
What Foods Can Remove Plaque?
Most of us know that certain foods, like those high in sugar, can be damaging to your oral health. However, there are many foods that can help clean teeth and even remove plaque! Read our blog post for information on foods that can remove plaque from teeth.