The most accurate measure of how healthy your teeth are relies on the amount of decay in your teeth and bleeding in your gums. Both of these issues are considered diseases with chronic conditions. Children suffer tooth decay more than adults, and a common sign of this is bleeding in their gums.Read on to learn […]
Our office would like to share some new trends affecting patients’ mouths. Whenever something new is popping up, our office is here to help you read between the lines that, sometimes, can seem blurry.We intend to help you know what information is safe and which is not, so you can best protect your mouth. With […]
Getting a large variety of nutrients is not only good for your body but also for your teeth! Keeping your teeth is essential. Without them, imagine all of the beautiful and delicious foods you would not be able to eat.Not only that, but teeth play a role in your body’s overall health, and if you […]
Scaling teeth is a procedure that is commonly done for patients who have gum disease. The process usually involves the removal of plaque buildup by cleaning the teeth and reaching below the gum line. This procedure is highly recommended as it goes much deeper, unlike standard teeth cleaning. Why Scaling Is Important Plaque buildup is […]
When pregnant, it’s essential to have scheduled visits throughout and follow-up for a postpartum dental checkup.This allows us to ensure that the pregnancy didn’t take its toll on your teeth. When you are pregnant, it makes you more likely to have cavities. You can pass the bacteria that causes cavities to your baby during pregnancy […]
Having a beautiful smile takes daily commitment and dedication to practicing healthy brushing habits. Additionally, proper flossing plays a vital role in your dental health.With many different types of floss on the market, however, you may have wondered which is the best floss for you. Two of the most common types of dental floss are […]
Just like your bones, your teeth can have hairline fractures. These types of cracks can be caused by many different factors.Eating hard foods, chewing on ice, or teeth grinding are the main causes of hairline cracks in many cases. Some people may not know they have a hairline crack, but there are ways to tell […]
As parents, it’s our responsibility to set a healthy example for good oral hygiene. This includes brushing and flossing alongside children and explaining proper techniques and the value of regularly cleaning your teeth.Coming to a dental office like ours regularly is another way to set an excellent example for our children to follow along with […]
Green tea contains compounds that indeed appear to control inflammation and fight bacteria and are rich in antioxidants, which have many health properties.Green tea is good for cavity prevention as it controls bacteria, lowers the acidity of saliva and dental plaque, and helps with bleeding gums and tooth decay. In addition, green tea’s anti-inflammatory powers […]
