When we think of super powers, we often think of things like flying, super strength, and invisibility. And yet we have one amazing power already built into our mouths, meant to help maintain our oral health. Saliva. Like a super…
Dry Mouth can be frustrating, uncomfortable, and can impact your oral health negatively. If you’d like to avoid plaque build up, and the possibility of a higher risk for cavities, try these 5 ways to combat dry mouth. Drink More…
As we serve our patients and discuss their concerns and needs, we often hear these questions. Sometimes the most basic information is the most important to informing your health. Read on to learn the answers to 7 common questions from…
What is in these drinks anyway? Energy and sports drinks gained popularity with the launch of Red Bull in 1987, after which many other brands followed suit. Today, these drinks make up a multibillion-dollar industry which has shown tremendous growth…
Brushing your teeth is great for your oral hygiene but even if you’re a brushing champion, it only cleans about 70% of the surface area of the teeth, leaving a lot of build-up in your mouth. What about the remaining…
Missing teeth is among the most common dental health concerns for people around the world. Besides distorting your appearance, the missing often proves detrimental to long term oral health and cause the surrounding healthier teeth to shift and become crooked…
Are you prepared for a dental emergency? Your smile is one of the most valuable things you own– don’t risk it by being unprepared. The last thing you want is to have a colossal tooth ache in the middle of…
Oral surgery can seem like a stressful event, but it doesn’t have to be. We’re going to walk through what to expect during oral surgery, to hopefully eliminate any fear or myths that you may have. Ignorance can be bliss,…
Do you have swollen, irritated or painful gums? Do your gums bleed or become sore when you brush or floss your teeth? If yes, unfortunately you are suffering from gum sensitivity. Gum sensitivity and soreness is one of the most…
More than 30 years ago, the British Dental Health Foundation started National Smile Month. While we may not be in the UK, that doesn’t mean now isn’t a great time to consider how you can best take care of your…
