Did you know that your smile can often be subjected to severe dental damage as a result of the products that you use? It's true! As a result, it is important that you exercise caution with any unhealthy products or unhealthy lifestyle choices. Even stylish accessories to your persona can lead to dental damage. Protect yourself from dental damage at... read more »
Aging can play an important factor in your oral health. In fact, as you age, your smile does too, making it more important to have proper oral health routines for your smile. That is why our team has prepared some tips on how to help your oral health as you age. For starters, there are many studies that have shown... read more »
Would you like to promote a healthy smile by adjusting your teeth and gums so that you have straighter teeth through an orthodontic alignment system? If you are, visit your orthodontist to determine if an Invisalign® orthodontic alignment system is right for you. If you have issues with self-esteem or your self-image, you may be worried about receiving orthodontic aligner... read more »
In essence, tooth sensitivity is feelings of discomfort in your teeth that can be mild or severe, and be triggered by everyday tasks such as eating and drinking. But how can tooth sensitivity be treated? Our dentist and team can help you treat tooth sensitivity and once again enjoy the use of your smile. While there are many reasons for... read more »
If you were to look at the surfaces of your teeth under a powerful microscope you would likely see minute texture and pores in the tooth enamel. These areas can sometimes trap tiny dark particles that are introduced to your mouth when you consume certain foods, dark beverages, or use tobacco products. If they are not removed from the surfaces... read more »
Because brushing alone cannot adequately clean between teeth an interdental cleaning tool will be needed to reach these places. One effective interdental cleaning tool to use is with dental floss or similar flossing material. With the use of dental floss, you can adequately clean between teeth and remove any harmful debris or plaque buildup that may be present. Optimum... read more »
When gum disease is in its earliest stages, called gingivitis, it is often painless, and you may not even know that you have it. But if gum disease is left unchecked, it can lead to lost teeth, and problems with your jaw. Your gum disease could result in complications if you have diabetes, an increased risk of heart attack and... read more »
If you have a chipped, discolored or unevenly spaced tooth, chances are that when you look in the mirror, that is the first thing you notice. And, it may seem like that is the only thing other people notice about you. Let’s be honest, even minor problems with your teeth can have a major impact on your life. Fortunately, dental... read more »
This weeks article, Bullying: Nothing To Smile About, focuses on the American Academy of Orthodontists (AAO) study that showed the number one cause of bullying is a person's smile. That is a powerful study, and the implications are far reaching. Laws have not been enacted to stop bullying and social sites such as Facebook have given bullies another outlet and a source to... read more »
Monday's main article, Bullying: Nothing To Smile About, focused on the American Academy of Orthodontist (AAO) study that revealed a smile is a primary cause of bullying. They found categories of problems with a smile that can lead to bullying. The second most likely problem is missing teeth, and that will be the focus of our blog entry today. Missing teeth in St... read more »