You’ve most likely heard the phrase “cold sore” but didn’t actually know what it was or how it occurs. Cold sore is small but painful blister caused by a virus. It is actually very common and at least 90% of people around the world has had some form of cold sore caused by a herpes…
Before, when we thought about braces, we only thought about the kind that children used to wear. However, thankfully to the advancements of modern-day dentistry, they have become a treatment for every age. If you have misaligned teeth that you want to straighten, and you’re considering having braces, there are a few things you need…
What is tooth decay? Dental caries is just another term we dentists use to describe tooth decay. It occurs when decay-causing bacteria in our mouth make acids which can attack the tooth enamel and its surface too. The damage done to your tooth will eventually cause tiny holes, also known as tooth cavities. When you…
Many people are aware that a root canal treatment is followed by a dental crown. A root canal is done when there is more trouble with the tooth (more infection) caused by decay. Your dentist will most likely use this procedure in order to avoid extracting your natural tooth. Once a root canal is done,…
If you have crooked teeth that have been bothering you for a while, Invisalign is one of the best ways to align them. The technique and Invisalign results are the same as with traditional braces. The main difference is the aesthetic component. As the name Invisalign suggests, these braces are clear, virtually invisible unless you…
The sharp and sudden pain you feel when you drink a hot beverage (coffee, tea etc.) or bite into something cold (ice cream) is known as sensitive teeth. Even though many people disregard this as a temporary and occasional thing, it can be quite serious. And if you leave it untreated, it can progress and…
Parent’s have the job to keep their children both safe and healthy. It’s very common for kids to feel nervous and anxious when going to the dentists. It’s normal that they feel uncomfortable when a stranger wants to poke inside their mouth while they lay still for a certain amount of time. Even among adult…
Just like with everything else, children also develop wisdom teeth at different ages. There is no specific age until when your kid will develop wisdom teeth but the average age range to start showing is between 17 and 24. Because these are the last teeth to erupt, they can sometime cause problems. There are also…
Many people tend to ignore tooth aches and think that it’s just tooth sensitivity, or they pop some pain medication and hope for the best. However, there can be a lot more to it than just tooth sensitivity. It can be, for example dental cavity. If left untreated it can develop into a more serious…
Those of you that wear brace are well aware that it will take more than one dental appointment in order to achieve your goal, a straight and beautiful smile. Getting the result you want will take a lot of time and effort, so it’s only natural that you don’t want to end up with tooth…