Tips for Keeping Your Toothbrush Clean
Is your toothbrush actually keeping your mouth clean? Even if you follow your dentist’s recommendations on daily brushing and flossing, a dirty toothbrush can complicate your efforts to fight bacteria. Your toothbrush doesn’t have to look dirty to be dirty, either. In...
What Is a Sinus Lift, and When Do You Need One?
Dental implants are an effective treatment option for individuals with one or more missing teeth. However, in order to be successful, implants need to have a strong base for support in the jawbone. If you have a thin or brittle jawbone, then your dentist may recommend...
Debunking Myths About Adult Braces
For many adults, the word “braces” brings up a picture of a kid or teenager with bulky metal wires and brackets running across their teeth. However, this is a false stereotype. Dental braces are ideal for orthodontic patients of all ages and come in many different...
How to Protect Kids’ Teeth During Halloween
Can’t you just smell the pumpkin in the air? It’s the festive Fall season, and we’re already anticipating Halloween. A time of character fashion and fun, the Halloween season also comes with its own set of sweet treats: candy. The time-honored tradition of...
Why Flossing is Important for Gum Health
Oral hygiene is one of the most important practices to follow to ensure you remain strong and healthy. Oral cleanliness includes brushing your teeth twice daily, avoiding too much sugar, drinking plenty of water, flossing, and regular dental checkups. Flossing once a...
Tips for Keeping Your Dentures Clean
A new set of dentures starts out pearly white, but just like natural teeth, they can pick up stains, discoloration, and bacteria over time. As such, you must commit to keeping them clean to ensure the appearance of your dentures as well as your overall oral health....
Life After Braces: What to Expect During the Retention Phase
You know it’s an important achievement when you have successfully completed your orthodontic treatment and your smile is beautifully aligned. While this is a significant milestone, it’s important to remember that the retention phase is just as crucial as the active...
How to Maintain the Results of Professional Teeth Whitening
A professional teeth whitening treatment is a quick and effective way to achieve a renewed, radiant smile. Stunning white teeth can help boost your self-esteem and give you the confidence to share your smile. Unfortunately, whitened teeth can lose their appeal if not...
What Causes Sensitive Teeth?
Teeth sensitivity is a rather frustrating oral health issue that can prevent you from enjoying hot or cold foods and beverages. It can also keep you from chewing and, in some cases, even talking comfortably. Overly sensitive teeth can be caused by numerous oral...
Recognizing the Symptoms of TMD
The TMJ or the temporomandibular joint is a sliding-hinge-like joint that connects the jawbone to your skull. If you frequently suffer from severe jaw pain, have noticed ringing in your ears, or experience unusual headaches, you could be exhibiting symptoms of TMJ...
Motor Vehicle Accidents and Sleep Apnea
While motor vehicle accidents are unexpected events, several factors can increase the likelihood that one will occur, including a driver who has consumed alcohol, is speeding or driving recklessly, or has been driving for a long time without a break. Certain health...
How Good Oral Health Promotes Your Overall Wellbeing
One of the biggest mistakes people make regarding their health and wellbeing is overlooking the importance of oral hygiene. While most of us know that we risk cavities, tooth decay, and loss of teeth if we don’t take care of our oral health, few of us fully grasp how...