Itâs probably no surprise to you that smoking tobacco is harmful to a personâs overall health. But itâs 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 âaffecting half of adults age 30 and over, according...
Itâs an awful feeling âyou know somethingâs wrong as soon as it happens. You bite down on something hard and feel something crack, but you know itâs not food. Instinctively, you understand itâs 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...
Can we let you in on a secret? We get it â we understand. Nobody likes to see the dentist. Many people put it off. Itâs easy to let your oral health get away from you. It happens. We donât judge. Honestly, we just want...
We get asked a lot about Waterpiks and whether they are more effective than flossing. After all, you probably know how important flossing is to dental care. The short answer is that they are a good idea and even essential for some like those with...