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How Bulimia Affects Teeth
This eating disorder can damage vital organs — and that includes teeth! Bulimia is an eating disorder characterized by periods of binge eating followed by purging and affects approximately 1 percent of young women and 0.1 percent of young men. Unlike anorexia, bulimia patients can sometimes appear to be at an average weight. The constant…
How to Care For Your Temporary Dental Filling
Temporary dental fillings are used frequently in dental restorations. Learn why you may need one. Getting a cavity filled is one of the most common dental procedures. The filling replaces the decayed portion of a tooth so it can function normally. With the decay removed, your tooth will be a lot less painful. But before…
What is a Salivary Stone?
Stones can form in your salivary gland, causing much pain. The good news? This condtion can be easily treated! Mouth pain is usually associated with a cavity or gum disease. But what if your pain is due to a salivary stone? A salivary stone, or sialolithiasis, is quite rare. According to the Eye & Ear…
Everything You Need to Know about Abfraction Lesions
Is that painful tooth due to a cavity or an abfraction lesion? Your dentist will know. A cavity isn’t the only sign of tooth damage. Your teeth can also be damaged by what is known as an abfraction lesion. Abfraction lesions are not cavities but are instead known as non-carious cervical lesions or NCCL. The…
Hello Straight Teeth! Top Six Reasons To Get Invisalign
Millions of people have benefitted from Invisalign. Is it time you joined them? An alternative to traditional wire braces, Invisalign has grown in popularity as an effective way to correct misaligned teeth and other orthodontic issues. In fact, more than 11 million people have used Invisalign aligners to successfully straighten their teeth! Made of clear…
These Six Signs Say It’s Time for Periodontal Treatment
You fight tooth decay everyday by brushing and flossing. But what about your gums? They need your care, too. You may think good dental care only involves preventing tooth decay. Although cavity prevention is vital, your gums need your attention, too! Without proper and consistent oral care, you could develop periodontitis, a serious infection of…
Straight Teeth: It’s Not Just For Looking Pretty
Having straight teeth is more than just for vanity. It’s also essential for your overall oral health. There is more to having straight teeth than just for vanity. Although most people who straighten their misaligned teeth report greater self confidence, the benefits go beyond that. Having perfectly aligned pearly whites actually improves your overall oral…
How and Why Should I Keep My Dentures Clean?
In order to enjoy the benefits of your dentures for as long as possible, it’s important to care for them properly. All it takes are a few simple steps. According to the American Dental Association (ADA), 120 million people in the US are missing at least one tooth, and over 36 million are missing all…
Understanding Potassium Nitrate in Toothpaste
Toothpaste contains many ingredients you may not be familiar with. Here’s what you need to know about one common additive — potassium nitrate. When deciding which health products to buy, it’s natural to peruse the ingredient list, and it’s easy to be confused by so many odd-sounding names. What exactly are these additives? Are they…
Can I Use Expired Toothpaste?
Yes — toothpaste can expire! Not only does it become less effective once it has passed its expiration date, but it’s also not exactly pleasant to brush with. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) doesn’t regulate expiration dates for over-the-counter toothpaste. However, as the FDA considers fluoride as a drug, you’ll still be able to…