Stress can have many harmful impacts on our lives and oral health is no exception. Many of us tend to put our own needs on the back burner during stressful …
Top Causes of Tooth Sensitivity
If you find yourself avoiding cold beverages or cringing at the thought of flossing you might have tooth sensitivity. Tooth sensitivity can make everyday living a nightmare. Finding the source …
What Is Baby Bottle Tooth Decay?
While your child’s first set of teeth are temporary, they are still susceptible to tooth decay which can lead to other problems. It is important to keep your child’s first …
10 Foods To Whiten Your Teeth
There are a lot of options when it comes to choosing foods that will naturally clean, whiten, and brighten your teeth. These foods will even act as natural defenders in …
How to Choose the Right Dentist For You
There are almost 200,000 dentists in the United States. That’s a huge number! It’s no wonder so many people are overwhelmed trying to find the right provider to take care …
Is Flossing As Important As Brushing?
You hear it every time you go to the dentist for a routine cleaning. We and other dentists have been drilling into not only your teeth but your heads, that …
Frequently Bleeding Gums
It happens to most of the adult population in the U.S. – bleeding gums. Most commonly, gums bleed during maintenance, like brushing or flossing. Sometimes, they will also bleed while …
Learn About Local Anesthesia
Sometimes your trip to the dentist results in a numb mouth. Your dentist may have to inject local anesthesia into your cheek and gums. Lidocaine is the most commonly used …
Wisdom Teeth
It is extremely common for young adults to undergo minor surgery to have their wisdom teeth pulled. Most likely, you or someone you know has had them removed. It turns …