Like many modern technologies, dentistry has gone digital! Today’s dental x-rays, also known as radiographs, use digital processes that expose our patients to less radiation than in the past. In fact, the amount of radiation that you’ll receive at our office is less than what you’d experience in a day at the beach or […]
Category: Dental Care
Tips To Limit Sugar Exposure to Your Child’s Teeth
You may be shocked when your dentist tells you that your child has tooth decay. Sugar is the major culprit in causing tooth decay and cavities in children. Plaque and bacteria on teeth love sugars and convert them into acid that weakens the surface of the teeth. You may watch your child’s diet to limit […]
7 Secrets of a Healthy Mouth
Good oral health means creating a healthy environment in your mouth. You may be brushing your teeth twice a day and flossing daily. But that’s just part of the picture. Here are 7 more essentials to a healthy mouth: Come in for a dental cleaning and checkup twice a year. We’ll catch problems like tooth […]
Prolonged Thumb Sucking May Affect Your Child’s Teeth Alignment
If your child is a thumb sucker, you may wonder if this habit can harm the alignment of your child’s teeth. This is a valid concern, because after the permanent teeth come in, prolonged thumb sucking can interfere with teeth alignment and normal mouth growth and even change the roof of the mouth. Pacifiers have […]
To Chew or Not To Chew
Chewing gum has been around for a long time. In fact, our ancestors used natural materials like tree resin, sweet grasses and waxes for their chewing pleasure and to freshen the breath. New England Native Americans taught early colonists to chew the gummy resin that seeps from cuts in spruce trees. 200 years ago, lumps […]
Migraines May Be Linked to Mouth Bacteria
Individuals who suffer from migraine headaches are often counseled to avoid certain trigger foods – for example, chocolate, wine and foods containing nitrates. A recent study, however, shows that it may not be the food causing the headaches but rather the bacteria from the food that is left in the mouth. The research from the […]
3 Tips for Oral Health During Pregnancy
When you are pregnant, you take extra care with your health by taking vitamins, eating right, going to your doctor checkups and getting plenty of rest. But are you thinking of good oral health care as part of your pre-natal care? During pregnancy, the acidity level in your mouth rises which increases the risk of […]
Tooth Enamel: Working Hard to Protect Your Teeth
When you smile at your reflection in a mirror, you are seeing the enamel covering on your teeth. Enamel is the hardest substance in your body and is primarily made of minerals. Here is a quick look at what makes up your teeth: The enamel covers the outer layer of your teeth, forming […]
Some Unusual Causes of Bad Breath
It’s fairly common knowledge that bad breath, or halitosis, can be caused by bacteria that builds up in your mouth because of poor oral health habits, as well as by eating strong foods like garlic and onion. But here’s a list of things that can make your breath less-than-pleasant that may really surprise you: Cocktail […]
Top 7 Foods that Damage Your Teeth
Certain foods are harmful to your teeth because they contain too much sugar or can even cause a dental emergency like a chipped or broken tooth. Here’s our list of the top 7 foods that are most harmful to your teeth: Ice. While ice has no sugar, chewing on ice can damage the enamel of […]