Maybe you have been told you should be using a mouthwash. Or, maybe you feel that it is an important step in maintaining your oral hygiene. Whatever your reason, if you have ever stepped into …
How Dry Mouth Affects Your Oral Health
Dry mouth is something that we all experience at one point or another. Lips may be chapped, the mouth may feel dry, it could be tough to swallow or even talk. The occasional dry mouth …
Root Canal Myths: What You Should Know
You’ve likely heard plenty of phrases involving root canals where the term is used sarcastically to describe something long and unpleasant. But anyone who has had a root canal recently or even in the last …
3 Ways Your Toothbrush Could Be Making You Sick
When was the last time you replaced your toothbrush? If you’re unsure of the answer, you’re not alone. Even though toothbrushes should be replaced every three to four months, it’s easy to lose track of …
Is Thumb Sucking Normal?
If your child has a thumb sucking habit, it probably started before they were even born—you might even have an ultrasound image of them with a thumb in their mouth! You probably didn’t give it …
You Are What You Eat: How Diet Affects Dental Health
Most people are aware that sugary foods and drinks are best avoided for healthy teeth and gums, but there’s a lot more to know about how your diet affects your dental health. Understanding the link …
The Benefits of Dental Implant Supported Dentures
If you’ve been told that you need dentures, you have two options: traditional dentures or dentures that are anchored in place by dental implants. You may wonder if conventional dentures are the better choice for …
A Complete Guide to Flossing Teeth
Flossing is just as important as brushing when it comes to maintaining your oral health. No matter how well you brush, you just can’t reach those spaces between the teeth, making them prone to tooth …
White Spots on Teeth: What They Are and What to Do About Them
When we talk about stains and discoloration on teeth, most people think about yellowing caused by drinking coffee or brown stains from tobacco. There’s another type of discoloration that is just as common, but harder …
TMJ Treatment: What Are My Options?
Both sides of your jaw are attached to your skull by your temporomandibular joints. When you open or close your mouth, these joints, also known as TMJ, serve as a sliding hinge. Despite the fact …