Some of your favorite foods and beverages contain an excess of sugar. Even foods you may not initially suspect, such as white bread and pasta, cause blood sugar levels to rise quickly. An ongoing diet that is too high in sugar causes many common dental problems. Here are three ways sugar is impacting your teeth.… Continue reading 3 Ways Sugar Is Impacting Your Teeth
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5 Ways Dental Health Impacts the Body
Dental health is something that seems limited to our mouths at first glance. However, the quality of your oral health has a major impact on the rest of your body. Here are five ways dental health impacts your overall well-being. 1. Inflammation Periodontitis, also called gum disease, is one of the leading dental conditions that… Continue reading 5 Ways Dental Health Impacts the Body
5 Ways to Prevent Bad Breath
Halitosis, commonly called bad breath, is a common issue many people encounter. While the cause of this condition can be medical, you can often prevent bad breath by practicing healthy lifestyle habits. 1. Eliminate Smoking and Tobacco Usage All types of tobacco products and smoking are harmful to oral hygiene. In addition to being general… Continue reading 5 Ways to Prevent Bad Breath
5 Signs You Need to Start Wearing a Night Guard
You could be grinding your teeth at night without knowing it. Bruxism is a condition that some people deal with that requires a night guard to prevent teeth from grinding. If you think you might be grinding your teeth at night, you should discuss treatment options with your dentist. Here are five signs that you… Continue reading 5 Signs You Need to Start Wearing a Night Guard
Be the Hero in A Dental Emergency
Have you ever wondered what you would do if you or a family member knocked out a tooth? Do you know how to respond to common dental crises like tooth aches and broken crowns or bridges? Knowing how to respond to a dental crisis can reduce your loved ones’ discomfort, ease their minds, and protect… Continue reading Be the Hero in A Dental Emergency
4 Fun Teeth Facts
Human anatomy, including dental structures is fascinating. While most people know that they should brush their teeth and receive routine checkups from their dentist, there are many aspects of teeth that aren’t well-known to the general public. Following are four fun teeth facts that might surprise you. Teeth Can Reveal Quite a Lot About a… Continue reading 4 Fun Teeth Facts
Get a Good Start On Your New Year’s Resolution To Maintain Oral Health
Healthy resolutions are top of mind in the new year, and many patients recognize that protecting their oral health will also benefit their general well-being. If you have decided to focus on maintaining a healthy smile in 2020, congratulations! Here are some suggestions that will help you achieve that goal. By seeing your dentist regularly… Continue reading Get a Good Start On Your New Year’s Resolution To Maintain Oral Health
Harmful Dental Habits to Avoid
Our teeth are necessary for day to day function. We need our teeth to chew, speak, and their appearance says a lot about us. We get just one set of permanent teeth that we need to last our lifetime, so everything we can do to take care of them is important. In addition to seeing… Continue reading Harmful Dental Habits to Avoid
Dental Emergency: Do you have a game plan?
Have you ever considered what you would do in the event of a dental emergency? Having a game plan in the event of a dental emergency could save your precious oral tissue and a world of discomfort. The most important thing to do when an oral health crisis arises is to call an emergency dentist.… Continue reading Dental Emergency: Do you have a game plan?
Negative Effects of Brushing Too Hard
We are taught from a very young age the importance of brushing your teeth at least twice every day. But unless you ask your dentist specifically to demonstrate the correct way to brush, you may be making a mistake in the way you are brushing. Your oral health depends on the tools you use to… Continue reading Negative Effects of Brushing Too Hard