Not many of us put a lot of thought into the toothbrush we’re using. However, the type of toothbrush you use can actually make a pretty big difference in your oral health. For example, did you know that if you use a brush where the bristles are too hard you can wear away the enamel…
Having white teeth is a huge draw for many people in today’s society. A beautiful, white smile is a great thing to want since it definitely adds a lot more confidence to a person’s self-esteem. Not to mention, a white smile means healthy teeth and oral health overall. White teeth make for great photos and…
Having a gap in your teeth is a pretty common occurrence in many patients. Some don’t mind having a gap while others don’t like having it around and would like to fix it. There is a plethora of reasons why you may have a gap in your teeth and the majority of these gaps are…
There are a great many items out there that can do a number on our oral health. However, some of the worst products that are popularly used are tobacco products. The CDC states that over 40 million adults smoke cigarettes alone in the United States while over 4.7 million children from middle to high school…
In this day and age, it’s common to run across someone who has had dental work done. It’s not uncommon to meet a plethora of people who have had some sort of cosmetic work done on their teeth. That’s because cosmetic dentistry has become increasingly popular over the past few years. There are many reasons…
Many people scoff at dental professionals when they suggest coming in for a checkup every six months. It often will feel like there’s no need to come in that often in order to checkup on our teeth. However, a dentist or dental professionals of all kinds, go to school for quite a long period of…
Gum has been a favorite candy or snack for many decades and remains a highly bought item in stores. It has become a suggested option for curbing hunger in recent years and has always been a top option for freshening breath when a toothbrush isn’t handy. However, gum isn’t always a great option. If you…
The majority of adults go through the painstaking process of getting their wisdom teeth out. Some adults have to go through the process more than once depending on circumstances. It’s not the most fun process however, it’s necessary more times than not, and will ensure patients don’t’ experience unnecessary pain when the wisdom teeth grow…
When new things pop up in our mouth, we can be worried or have a few questions. Most of the issues that might pop up and be concerning are often common occurrences and can be explained easily enough. One of these common issues are white spots appearing on your teeth. If you notice white spots…
While being pregnant can be such a rewarding time for a woman, it also brings a lot of changes. Many first-time mothers are unaware of just how many changes pregnancy can bring. Did you know that pregnancy can affect your dental health? As long as you’re aware of the changes and how to tackle your…