Receding economies, tides, hairlines…and gum lines? Gum recession is a very common dental condition that affects people no matter their overall mouth health. In fact, a lot of people don’t even know they have the beginning stages of gum recession until they see...
As a parent, there are a lot of exciting firsts that you experience with your child. First steps, first words, first bite of real food and the list goes on. Some less than exciting firsts, but equally as important are first doctors and dentist trips. Most children go...
Almost 5000 years ago, the first toothbrush was born. According to the American Dental Association, a “chew stick,” or a twig with a frayed end would suffice for cleaning teeth and removing debris was the earliest form of a toothbrush. Because this was inefficient...
Is your mouth feeling like sandpaper? The Sahara Desert? Stale bread? A dry mouth can be uncomfortable and bothersome, and while it happens to all of us once in a while, some folks experience dry mouth as a chronic condition, called Xerostomia. You might not know it,...
Habits. This word might make you cringe, or you might think your habits aren’t really a big deal. Whatever side of the spectrum you find yourself on, any habits that are detrimental to your teeth are habits that you should immediately nix. Not brushing...
When we think of the dentist, we usually think of cleaning our teeth and gums. But, caring for the jaw is also critically important to your dental and overall health. TMJ and jaw issues can plague anyone. The good news is that treatment can provide relief and restore...
3D movies, 3D books, 3D printing and now 3D dental scans? Do I have to wear those funny looking glasses? Will I get motion sickness or up close and personal with all sorts of creatures? Don’t get yourself into dental distress! 3D dental scans are the newest...
Coffee is good. So is pasta sauce. And wine. What’s not good? The stains they leave behind on your teeth. If you’re like most of a cosmetically conscious America, you’re on a quest for pearly whites. When the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry asked people how...
Regular dental examinations can prevent most dental issues. 100 million Americans, however, fail to see a dentist each year. Whether dental phobia, lack of insurance, a busy schedule or faith in an electronic toothbrush is keeping you from the dentist, professional...
Missing teeth are not only unhealthy for your mouth. They can also impact your overall health and self-esteem. If you’re missing teeth, there’s no reason to be ashamed. Tooth loss is fairly common, not just for the elderly but younger individuals as well. Nearly 70%...
