Patients often thing that dental cleaning is just that. Well, a routine visit to your dental hygienist is so much more than just cleaning your teeth. Visiting your hygienist regularly for dental cleaning is something we can’t emphasize enough. If you’re one of those few that is truly committed and does this regularly…kudos! However, if…
Mouthwash are solutions which are either gargled or used for rinsing your mouth. This is not really a modern day dental medicine product. The first mouthwash solution dates back to 2700 B.C. in China where they used a variety of mixtures and herbs such as camphor, salt, vinegar, white wine etc. Today, Chlorhexidine is the…
Millions of people are affected by gum disease every year. According to some CDC studies, almost half of Americans above the age of 30 had some form of gum disease at least once in their life. Symptoms are really hard to notice if you’re not a dental professional, and most people find out that they…
The foundation of good oral hygiene is brushing your teeth properly and regularly. If you stick to a good daily routine of brushing and flossing, you will have a bright smile for longer, you’ll have less problems with cavities and won’t have to visit your dentist so often. How many times a day should we…
Infection of the tissue around your teeth is often called gum disease and it is one of the common reasons of tooth loss in adults. Most of the time, gum disease has no pain so many patients don’t even know that they have it. Gum disease or periodontal disease is caused by plaque which is…
We’ve all been there. We wake up, brush our teeth, and go through our regular routine of preparing for the day. However, shortly into our day, even before we’ve eaten lunch, it’s obvious that we have a case of bad breath. Most of us will probably start frantically searching for a way to freshen our…
Many people are unaware that tooth and bone loss can occur if dental health isn’t properly kept up on. Age is a large factor when it comes to tooth and bone loss as well and this isn’t an aspect that can be helped as much. However, both age and lack of care can still be…
Our bodies can be a strange place where issues pop up and you’re wondering where in the world it came from. Sometimes, when our teeth give us major issues, especially if we keep a pretty good dental hygiene routine, it can catch us off guard. One of these frustrating moments can be root canal inflammation….
What is Plaque? Plaque is a soft sticky film made from leftover food particles and salvia that mix in your mouth and build upon your teeth, containing millions of little bacteria. Without proper brushing and flossing after meals and keeping up with your routine dental checkups, the bacteria in plaque can cause gum periodontal gum…
Periodontal disease can be quite common among Americans. Depending on the severity of the disease, this will determine what treatment your dentist will suggest. There are various successful treatments for periodontal disease that are both non-surgical or surgical. Of course, your dentist will always suggest non-surgical options first since these are better for patients and…