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Your Oral Health as You Age
During the aging process, the condition of our oral health is even more important. Although the mouth undergoes some change as we age, losing your teeth does not have to be one of them. Teeth can generally be kept for a lifetime with proper maintenance. Drinking tap water can be beneficial for the teeth no..
read moreTips to avoid Tooth Decay and Cavities
Preventative treatment is very important in the modern dental world. Tooth decay is a commonly seen problem that can be easily prevented with basic knowledge of good oral upkeep. Many people have gone to the dentist to deal with a cavity, but understanding a few things about the teeth can stop you from having to..
read moreHow smoking affects the mouth
Smoking causes damage to many parts of the body, but many people do not realize the effect it can have on Oral Health. Smoking can cause periodontal disease, increase the healing time of the mouth, and increases the risk of oral cancer. Additionally, it worsens bad breath, and the stains that accumulate from the tar..
read moreToothaches and related problems
One of the most common dental problems, toothaches, have a wide variety of causes and treatments. Gum, jaw, and tooth pain can be easily confused with each other, and without the help of a professional dentist they can be almost impossible to diagnose. However, in many cases where a tooth is damaged or sensitive to..
read moreBacteria and periconitis
Usually found in four groups of three, molars are sometimes joined by up to four wisdom teeth, or extra molars. It is possible to have more than or less than four, but usually there is one wisdom tooth behind each row of molars. Wisdom teeth develop much later in life than other teeth, often becoming..
read moreTooth health and vitamins
Keeping your teeth healthy requires basic dental upkeep, but there are many minerals and vitamins that affect your tooth and gum health too. In addition to flossing, brushing, and having regular dental checkups, your diet should be diverse enough to cover the usual nutritional needs of your teeth. Vitamins A, C, and D are very..
read morePlaque, cavities, and tartar
Covering the entire surface of the teeth there exists a complicated, harmless biosphere of various bacteria called a biofilm, or plaque. This biofilm is a diverse collection of bacteria colonies, which are drawn to the smooth texture of the tooth. Unlike mostly all other cells in the body, the teeth do not shed and replace..
read moreDo you grind your teeth at night?
Teeth grinding, or Bruxism, is the clenching, grinding, or biting of your teeth. It can take place during the day or night, on purpose or more involuntarily. Commonly found in children, nighttime grinding and chewing on the teeth can cause sensitivity and wear on baby teeth; when adults grind their teeth, the damage is more..
read moreDo you live in a remote area or out of town?
Not having the right type of dentist in your hometown can pose a challenge. What if you live in a remote area? Can you still get the kind of dental care that you need? This is an important question that we will explore in this next video. Take a look. Fortunately, modern medicine has made..
read moreExplore your options for fillings. Are you a gold person?
Many people truly love gold fillings. Others simply don’t. What about you? Is there a time when you should spend that money and fill your mouth full of gold? In this video we will explore that very question. Take a look. The reality of it is that there are many options when it comes to..
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