We trust our healthcare providers to recommend and provide the best treatments to help our bodies stay as healthy as possible. However, if a recent trip to the dentist left you with a long list of pressing issues with a significant estimate attached, you may be starting to second guess your dentist. As a patient, […]
Do Your Habits Put You At Risk For Gum Disease?
Certain factors make you significantly more likely to develop gum disease at some point in your life. While some of these factors are unavoidable and out of your control, many are entirely preventable. If you are at a heightened risk for developing gum disease based on family genetics or other hereditary factors, taking extra care […]
Crooked Teeth and the Problems They May Be Causing
If your teeth are crooked, overlap, or have any other misalignment issues, you may be at a higher risk of developing other common dental issues. Cleaning misaligned teeth can be difficult because there are often nooks and crannies that bacteria can easily become trapped in, and tooth decay is a result. If you continuously hear […]
What Causes White Spots on Teeth After Whitening?
While most patients can all agree that visible white spots on the surface of your teeth are less than desirable in appearance, the excellent news is that, medically speaking, they aren’t considered a severe cause for concern. When it comes to what’s causing your teeth to develop white spots, there are a few underlying causes […]
Should Wisdom Teeth Be Removed By A Certain Age?
There seems to be a common age demographic when it comes to wisdom teeth removal. While all people are different, it’s typically best to have wisdom teeth removed before they begin to cause problems to your other teeth, or worse, begin causing you pain and discomfort. Read on to learn why it’s ideal for most […]
What To Do When Sudden Bad Breath Strikes
Feeling like bad breath is constantly creeping up on you can be a frustrating situation. The most important thing to realize if this sounds all too relatable is that bad breath is an indication that something is amiss with your oral health. Discovering the root cause behind why you’re experiencing chronic halitosis is the first […]
What’s Causing Your Sudden Jaw Pain?
Your jaw muscles play a significant role in your body functioning correctly. The jaw muscles allow us to speak, drink, chew, and it’s even responsible for making facial expressions. If you’ve been experiencing chronic jaw pain, it’s likely you already realize just how much a person uses their jaw and how persistent discomfort can make […]
5 Ways Alcohol Can Impact Your Oral Health
Over-consuming alcohol can put your entire body at risk for several diseases and conditions, like cancer, heart disease, and even increase your risk of developing dementia. While sitting back after a long day with a cocktail may be your nightly ritual, it’s important to keep alcohol consumption in check. A single drink every night can […]
Cone Beam 3D Imaging: The Future of Dental X-Rays
If you’re someone who is concerned about the potential radiation exposure from traditional dental x-rays, then you’re not alone. Luckily, most dentists today have moved on from traditional x-rays to safer digital x-rays. By switching from film x-rays to digital, the world of dentistry has reduced the amount of radiation exposure by as much as […]
Why It’s So Important To Find a Dentist You Love
Finding the right dentist for you and your family is vital to ensuring great oral care for you and your loved ones. Chances are, if you don’t like or trust your dentist, you aren’t going to be scheduling regular dental cleanings and exams to avoid going. If this sounds all too familiar, it’s time for […]
