Another year, another dental checkup. The average person is sitting in the dentist’s chair annually. However, what some people may not know is that a yearly cleaning and dental checkup may not be enough. The frequency of dentist visits necessary will differ based upon a person’s habits and health history. Oral Health and Overall Health […]
Read More“Brush your teeth” and “floss more often” are the two phrases that most people expect to hear when they sit in the dentist’s chair. Yet, while some people have poor oral hygiene habits and rarely get cavities, others take excellent care of their teeth and still get cavities and gum disease. Good oral hygiene care […]
Read MoreIf you’re like most people, you probably think that brushing and flossing are just for keeping those pearly whites healthy and beautiful. However, did you know that your oral health can affect the health of the rest of your body? Your mouth is an entryway into your body, so problems in your mouth can easily […]
Read MoreEven though tooth enamel is the hardest substance in the body, it can demineralize over time. Demineralization weakens the enamel and can lead to cavities, chips in the teeth, and tooth sensitivity. To strengthen your teeth, simply follow these seven steps: 1. Mind your diet The bacteria that cause cavities feed off of the sugar […]
Read MoreComplete oral health means more than just keeping your teeth clean. A common misconception that many people have is that if their teeth appear white, then their mouth is healthy. A healthy smile consists of more than just a bright white set of teeth. In order to attain complete oral health, individuals need to make […]
Read MoreMany people have often heard that chewing gum directly after consuming a meal is good for your teeth. However, many gums are often loaded with ingredients that are actually harmful to teeth, such as sugar and aspartame. Chewing gum that contains sugar can actually cause the enamel of the teeth to erode, which eventually leads […]
Read MoreWisdom teeth, or third molars, come in between the ages of 17 and 25, a time of life that has been called the “Age of Wisdom.” They are the last teeth to develop and erupt in the mouth. In most cases, dentists recommend that these teeth should be removed. Here are the main reasons why: […]
Read MoreMost people can recall the excitement of losing a tooth in their childhood because it meant that they would be visited by the Tooth Fairy, a mythical being who would replace the lost tooth under their pillow with a small payment. Although this being is contemporarily depicted in the United States as a cute female […]
Read MoreAccidental tooth loss often results from contact sports, fights, biting on hard food, and car accidents. Since tooth loss can happen to virtually anyone, it is good to know what to do in case it happens to you. Whether or not you have your tooth, the first things you should do after a tooth is […]
Read MoreDuring the 55th Annual Grammy Awards, which aired back in February, there was quite a buzz surrounding what country music artist Faith Hill was wearing. However, it wasn’t her dress or shoes that were getting all the attention, but rather her braces. When previously asked by a radio station why she was wearing the orthodontic […]
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