When did we start caring about teeth? Way before you likely thought. The first archaeological evidence we have of dentistry is a 14000-year-old infected tooth from Italy; it was partially cleared out using a tool made of volcanic glass stone. Some archaeologists even posit that...
Is it even Fall if half the people you see during your day are toting a pumpkin spice latte around? PSL or it didn’t happen. But did you know that, besides being chocked full of calories, a pumpkin spice latte has a few other scary...
So your dentist has told you that you need a root canal. And they gave you a pretty good rundown of what it is and what to expect, but any oral surgery is scary, so you’re doing your own research as well. Maybe don’t go...
Believe it or not, there’s a right way, and several wrong ways, to brush your teeth. There is such a thing as brushing your teeth badly, and it can completely negate all the health benefits brushing your teeth is supposed to have. Dentists agree best...
Gum recession is a common problem family dentists and cosmetic dentists deal with all the time. Gums are a tricky type of tissue; they need to be stimulated to stay strong, but they’re very susceptible to damage from things as simple as brushing too hard....
So, what exactly is cosmetic dentistry? Defined as a subfield of dentistry that focuses on the appearance of the teeth and gums, most likely, teeth whitening and porcelain veneers come to mind – that perfect straight, bright, full smile. And that’s probably what your insurance...
It’s been over two years since the COVID pandemic began; and we are tired. Coinciding with the most contentious and long-winded election in the country’s history, we’re not only exhausted – we’re stressed out. It’s well-known that one common unconscious behavior associated with chronic stress...