Do you have silver fillings in your mouth? A majority of Americans do, as silver fillings have been go-to filling material in dentistry for many years. Today we have tooth colored restorations, which don't contain the toxic mercury which the amalgam fillings contain. When I started in dentistry over thirty years ago I worked in an office...
If your gums are not quite as healthy as they should be, make sure to consider what foods you are eating as part of your treatment plan. There are some foods that are known for being really good at helping the gums to heal. If you need that extra boost in your mouth, then start...
So how does it happen? You start with good teeth. Your teeth come in pearly white, your gums are healthy, all is great. Then one day you wake up and look in the mirror, OMG, What happened to me? Those teeth are no longer so pearly or so white. How did I ignore this for...
Allergies are not much fun; between the sniffles, congestion, sneezes, and headaches, they can make your life downright miserable. Now, on top of everything else, it appears that some allergies may be able to cause pain in your teeth, too. Issues In The Sinus Cavity Can Often Lead To Issues With The Teeth Remember that...
A toothbrush is a crucial tool in your fight against tooth decay, gum disease, and other issues. It is used to scrub away bacteria, food sediment, and other particles that may be hanging around in your mouth. Because of the nature of the tasks it is used to perform, the brush should never be shared...
Dry mouth is known in the medical industry as xerostomia. It can be caused by a wide array of factors. Treatment for dry mouth depends on what the cause of the condition is. There are ways that you can temporarily ward off the negative effects of your mouth being dry, but this is only like putting a Band...
Invisalign, also known as clear aligner therapy, is a popular procedure right now. Orthodontics using thin plastic removable trays molded to your teeth can give you that great smile you always wanted. The process seems quite simple, but you will be amazed at the amount of technology that is packed into those clear plastic aligner trays. Invisalign is...
Brushing your teeth and flossing regularly is a great start, but it could leave you facing other issues if you are neglecting other parts of your mouth. Your tongue is known for harboring bacteria that can leave you with halitosis, also known as bad breath. Time to cover the finer arts of tongue cleaning. Tongue...
Nobody likes getting a cavity. Going to the dentist, getting numb, and sitting in the chair while he or she repairs it is probably not anyone’s idea of a fun time. However, if left untreated, a cavity (also known as dental decay) can result in serious tooth damage or loss, damage to your facial bones, and...
Arthritis is a condition that affects the joints, and inflammation can affect manual dexterity to the point that it causes complications in managing your oral hygiene. Anything from handling dental floss properly to holding your toothbrush could be compromised. Fortunately, there are ways that you can continue to care for your teeth even if you...