Bruxism, more commonly known as teeth grinding, is a condition that involves the grinding or clenching of your teeth. This condition is very common, however many times goes untreated because people don’t know they have it. Chronic teeth grinding can lead to problems and damage including loose, missing, or broken teeth, TMD/TMJ, and more. Symptoms …
What is Gum Disease? Periodontitis, also known as gum disease, is an oral infection that initially damages the gums but, if left untreated, can start affecting the teeth and overall health. Gum disease that progresses to damaging the teeth can cause teeth to fall out or become loose. If gum disease is left untreated for …
How Do I Prevent Cavities? One of the best ways to prevent a cavity from happening is to practice good oral hygiene. This includes brushing your teeth twice a day, flossing regularly, and visiting your dentist every six months for regular cleanings. Another way to prevent cavities is to avoid sugary foods and beverages such …
Everyone wants to have a bright, white smile which is why many people head to a drug store and pick up an at-home whitening kit. This is not a bad thing to do; however, if you have experienced any gum or tooth sensitivity from doing this, it is a good idea to schedule an appointment …
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Tooth Brush: Using a toothbrush to clean your tongue is one of the most common and convenient options. Some toothbrushes even come with tongue cleaners are the opposite side of the bristles. When cleaning your tongue with a toothbrush, you first put a small amount of toothpaste on and then start brushing from the back …
Proper oral hygiene not only makes your smile better, breath better, teeth whiter, and gums healthier, but it can also help maintain your overall health as well. Having poor oral health can cause some very serious health issues later in life, far past toothaches, bleeding gums, and bad breath. Here are some of the most …
Regularly replacing a toothbrush is essential for your oral health. Toothbrushes build up with old food and plaque and become breeding grounds for bacteria growth. The American Dental Association (ADA) suggests that a traditional and electric toothbrush should be changed every three months or after being sick. Worn Out Usually, around the three-month mark, a …
Dentures typically have a minimum lifespan of 5 years, which will be longer for healthy, young individuals. If you are worried that you have to replace your dentures too early and frequently, that may mean that you are not taking proper care of them. Dentures are very much like regular teeth and need to be …
Bad breath can be extremely embarrassing and concerning for some individuals. However, bad breath is extremely common and often is not cause for concern. There can be many causes of bad breath but can typically be fixed by these five easy tips. Brush and Floss Regularly Brushing and flossing teeth regularly is the best way …
If you are experiencing tooth sensitivity, don’t panic! Sensitive teeth are very common and can be caused by a variety of different things that are treatable. Here are some common causes for tooth sensitivity and ways to lessen the discomfort. Eating Acidic Foods/Drinks Eating too much acidic food such as citrus fruits, pickles and tomatoes …