Many of us, especially adults, experience some kind of wear on our teeth. This is because it’s a natural issue that can pop over time. However, there are some habits that may make tooth wear worse, over time, and more exaggerated than it would be on its own. These are the habits and actions you’ll [...]
With children and life in general, it can be tough to stay on top of everything. By the time you think you’ve got it all handled, you realize there’s something else you forgot to tackle. As parents, we’ve all been there. If there’s one thing that should be added to the top of the list, [...]
Often when you hear the word “laser” you think of sci-fi and all the fun that’s been had over the years with lasers as the focus. However, lasers are very useful when it comes to dentistry and other medical practices. It can often be a surprise to some at how much lasers actually do and [...]
The arrival of baby teeth is a momentous thing because it means children have graduated to eating a variety of new foods. In addition to celebrating this new exciting stage in your baby's development, you should also begin to plan the first dentist visit. Although parents may not yet be concerned with the dental care, [...]
Gingivectomy and Periodontal Disease Per a study administered by the American Dental Association, nearly 47.2 percent of Americans over the age of 30 have some form of periodontal disease (also known as gum disease). A dental procedure known as a gingivectomy may be performed to heal the effects of periodontal disease or to correct a gum [...]
When it comes to maintaining your own original set of chompers, there are a couple of essential rules you must follow: avoid sugary foods, visit the dentist on a consistent basis, and brush/floss at least twice daily. While some of these rules are more difficult than others to follow (honestly, there’s no way we [...]
For many people, the prospect of going to the dentist for even a simple checkup can be laden with apprehension. For someone who hasn’t been in years, it can be even more nerve wracking, with many patients actually becoming anxious because they haven’t been in to see their dentist for such an extended period of [...]
There are a plethora of reasons to brush your teeth. Aside from the obvious, like personal hygiene, a brighter smile, and healthy teeth, there are a number of other hazards to your health that could arise without proper care. Since your mouth is the gateway to your body, it is the easiest way for different [...]
