Accidents happen, and sometimes the damage is irreparable. Lucky for your teeth, a broken or lost tooth can be fixed. We all know traumatic accidents like a car crash or a bad fall can injure a tooth, but there’s simple … Continued
Dental Implants- Why They Work
With a success rate of about 98%, it’s no surprise that dental implants are considered a strong alternative to dentures or bridges. But, why are these implants so successful? Dental implants are essentially replacement tooth roots. There are many advantages … Continued
Caring For Dentures
Proper denture care keeps not only your dentures in good shape, but your entire mouth. For good oral health and sturdy dentures, upkeep and daily care is necessary. Dentures will last longer and fit better the more apt you are … Continued
Ow! Why Do My Teeth Hurt When I Brush/Floss?
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When a daily habit turns into a chore because of pain or discomfort, it’s time to talk to a doctor. The same goes for when brushing or flossing your teeth starts to become bothersome. Teeth shouldn’t typically hurt while brushing, … Continued
New Study Finds Cheese & Dairy Products Prevent Cavities
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According to a new study in the May/June issue of General Dentistry, consuming cheese and dairy products more often may prevent destructive tooth decay such as cavities. A group of 68 random subjects were divided into three groups and given … Continued
What Do My Bleeding Gums Mean?
Sometimes when brushing or flossing your gums will bleed, and, sometimes, this is just a sign of hard brushing, nothing more. However, bleeding gums can also be a sign of serious disease and, in any case, blood in the sink … Continued
Canker Sores- What They Are & Where They Come From
We’ve all experienced these pesky spots — canker sores plague most mouths from time to time, and they’re as annoying as they are ugly. These pesky ulcers can last for a few weeks, depending on severity. Typically, you’ll get them … Continued
What’s Causing My Cavities?
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Cavities are your mouth’s way of telling you that you’re not doing something right — whether you’re not brushing the right places, the right way or eating the wrong foods, cavities are lasting, sometimes painful spots on teeth caused by … Continued
Living With TMJ Disorder
TMJ, also known as temporomandibular joint disorder, is a typically painful disorder that involves clicking of the jaw, lockjaw, tenderness of the face and other uncomfortable symptoms that can disrupt your life and make the simplest tasks, like chewing, extremely … Continued
New Study Shows Soda and Illegal Drugs Cause Similar Tooth Damage
In a new study released in the March/April issue of General Dentistry, researchers compared damage in three people’s mouths — an admitted user of methamphetamine, a previous user of cocaine, an a chronic diet soda drinker. All of the participants … Continued