Are your kids athletes that often consume sports drinks? They likely have poor dental health, even if they brush. A new study of elite athletes found many have poor oral health despite brushing and flossing regularly. Many of these athletes consume sports drinks, which dentists...
Want to get rid of bad breath? Take steps to improve your oral health with better dental care. Most bad breath is caused by the bacteria that causes plaque, cavities, and gum disease. When you improve your dental health by brushing, flossing, and seeing your...
It’s probably no surprise to you that smoking tobacco is harmful to a person’s overall health. But it’s easy to forget how harmful tobacco is to oral health and dental hygiene. There’s a strong link between smoking and gum disease, tooth decay, oral cancer, and...
Gums are literally the foundation to great dental health. They secure the teeth, are the center for the oral bones that comprise the jaw, and fight against bacteria every day. Unfortunately, gum disease is extremely common —affecting half of adults age 30 and over, according...
It’s an awful feeling —you know something’s wrong as soon as it happens. You bite down on something hard and feel something crack, but you know it’s not food. Instinctively, you understand it’s your filling. Dental emergencies happen, and often at the worst times. If...
As we get older, our joints become stiffer. Our hair may begin to thin. Weight gain becomes more difficult to control. Aging can also affect our teeth. Your cells are renewing at a slower rate. Your bones become less strong and dense. This includes your...
Orthodontics and modern dentistry has really come a long way. Long gone are the days of heavy head gear or cumbersome metal braces. Both kids and adults have a variety of options when it comes to braces. Some of these are so invisible and comfortable...