Daily stressors can manifest themselves in a variety of ways. Some people try to manage stress with food; some resort to healthy endeavors like exercise. But for many, the result of too much daily tension can result in teeth grinding and jaw clenching. Signs are...
Sweets might taste delicious but they can wreak havoc on your oral health and your wellbeing. When it comes to our oral health, sugar feeds harmful bacteria that contribute to dental caries and periodontal disease. As for our wellbeing, consuming too much sugar can negatively...
When you first rise out of bed do you make a bee-line for the bathroom to brush your teeth? Or perhaps, you’re the kind of person who prefers to brush his or her teeth after you’ve had some water, coffee, and something to eat. While...
Sports injuries can occur whether you are playing a contact sport or one where contact is not anticipated, but can happen. The proper protection can make the difference between maintaining good oral health; or experiencing a chipped, fractured, or dislodged tooth. Your dentist can assist...
When you brush your teeth, your toothbrush reaches about two thirds of the surfaces of your teeth. The one third that your brush doesn’t reach is located between your teeth. These areas are best cleaned using dental floss, so if you don’t floss you are...
Do you fear dental work because you are afraid it will make your smile appear unnatural? If you are in need of a restoration, you have options that won’t affect the aesthetics of your smile. In fact, restorations can be completely undetectable because they blend...
Does the thought of a bowl of ice cream or a cup of piping hot coffee make you wince in discomfort? If you struggle with tooth sensitivity, drinking hot beverages or eating cold feeds can be a killjoy. Since tooth sensitivity can produce daily,...
A general guideline for replacing your toothbrush is every three to four months. However, there are circumstances that might lend to veering from this guide. If you have questions about the condition of your tooth brush, you can address concerns to your dentist. Patients that are...
Plaque is a sticky substance made up of bacteria that attaches to the surface of the teeth from food and beverage consumption. Most plaque can be removed from teeth if they are brushed and flossed right away while plaque is still soft. But after plaque...