Have you ever wondered how someone ends up needing dentures? Many of us think losing our teeth is something that simply won’t happen to us. But did you know that one of the keys to never needing dentures is maintaining healthy gums? Gum disease is the leading cause of tooth loss among adults. It is important to understand the warning signs of gum disease because the...
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Bad breath is one of those things that no one wants to talk about – or tell you if you have it. Everyone suffers from bad breath from time to time, especially in the morning. The causes can range from habits like smoking to poor dental hygiene to eating certain types of foods or taking certain medications. If you suffer from bad breath- or know someone who does-...
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The short answer – your toothbrush is most likely not making you sick. However, it is possible that is could be. Toothbrushes have been found to harbor more than 100 million bacteria. But don’t panic. Regardless of how many bacteria live in your mouth, or have gotten in there by brushing your teeth, your body’s natural defenses make it highly unlikely that...
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Full mouth restoration is a way to bring your smile back to a natural, healthy state. It involves rebuilding or restoring all of the teeth in the upper and lower jaw. Oftentimes, it can be the solution for patients who have multiple dental problems. Causes can range from trauma related injuries, fractured teeth, decayed teeth, disadjustments in the bite, grinding the...
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What is Sedation Dentistry? Sedation dentistry is also called relaxation dentistry. You won’t actually be asleep, but you will feel very sleepy, comfortable and very little to no pain. Sedation is effective and extremely safe. Sedation Options Local Anesthesia Local anesthesia is used to numb the area being worked on. It is given through injection or swabbing a...
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An unpleasant trip to the dentist during childhood can lead to a lifetime of anxiety about visiting the dentist. People who had a negative experience as a kid are less likely to have regular checkups and more likely to have poor dental hygiene. This is why it is so important to make sure your child’s first visit to the dentist up goes as well as possible. Although...
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