If you have children, you know that brushing and flossing their teeth is probably not their most favorite thing to do! Yet it’s essential that toddlers, children and teens keep teeth and gums clean and healthy. Now is the perfect time to review your child’s oral health routine, because February is National Children’s Dental Health […]
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Don’t Ignore the Warning Signs of a Dental Cavity!
Dental decay, or cavity, is a sneaky problem that may have no warning signs in the beginning. A cavity is damage to the hard surface of your tooth that can be caused by poor oral care, bacteria in the mouth or drinking too many sugary drinks. If mouth bacteria is not removed with regular brushing […]
Women’s Oral Health Quick Facts
General Population If pre-existing gingivitis, females who are menstruating have increased inflammation and crevicular fluid exudate. Women on contraceptives have an exaggerated inflammatory response with HIGH dose contraceptives. Additionally, long term use may affect attachment levels. Pregnancy The American Dental Association and the American Congress (formerly “College”) of Obstetricians and Gynecologists agree that emergency treatments, […]
Caring for Your Teeth When You Can’t Get an Immediate Appointment
The worst feeling is when you’re eating normally and all of a sudden hear a crunch in your mouth like you’ve chomped down on a rock. You probably race to the mirror to check the damage but you know the damage is done whether you can see it or not. The next step is probably […]
Dentists Recommend Regular Visits To Fight Bacteria, Cavities
Among the more common general dentist questions we are asked are those surrounding cavities; there are a lot of misconceptions about cavities even among those who visit the dentist often. A cavity is, simply put, a place on or in a tooth where bacteria have been allowed to destroy either the tooth’s enamel or its […]