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Can Bad Oral Hygiene Cause Health Problems?

Your oral health is directly connected to your overall health. This is why maintaining a healthy oral care routine is important in protecting you from things like cavities and other health issues like cardiovascular disease. The benefits of a good oral care routine can pay off in dividends later in life as you’ll likely have … Read more

Nervous about a Tooth Extraction?

If you are nervous about the dentist, you aren’t alone. The Dental Research Journal published a study in 2015 that concluded that dental anxiety was a widespread problem among the general population despite the fact that so few dentists screen for anxiety in their patients. This means that there isn’t any shame in feeling nervous … Read more

Why Biting Your Nails is Bad for Your Teeth

Biting your nails may not seem particularly damaging at first. However, nail-biting can affect your teeth, do damage to your nail beds, and put you at risk for getting sick from all of the germs. You should kick the habit as soon as possible as it usually is caused by an underlying mental health issue that may need to be treated. Studies show that biting your nails can be a reaction to stress, frustration, or anxiety. The data shows that 60% of children, 45% of teens, and 30% of adults bite their nails.

Why do Teeth Chatter?

Most often people associate teeth chattering with being cold. Being cold can definitely cause your teeth to chatter, but there are number of other reasons why it may be happening. Below you will find the most common causes, treatment options, and when it’s time to see a doctor. Emotional Stress: A common symptom of … Read more

Can Teeth Get Thinner?

In general, your teeth should look opaque in color. This is due to our enamel, or the hard, outer layer of our teeth that provides protection against outside forces. Due to certain conditions or circumstances, our once opaque teeth can appear translucent or thinner. In some cases, a person is born with teeth already like … Read more

When Should Kids Start Flossing?

It’s no secret that flossing is an important part of the daily oral hygiene routine. Young children have teeth that are still developing and may need to be treated more sensitively. So, how do you know when it’s time for your kids to start flossing? Is it ever too early to start flossing? Our friendly … Read more

Beware the Worst Candies for Your Teeth!

Everyone has a sweet tooth, and there’s nothing wrong with treating yourself to a piece of candy every now and then. Especially around the Fall season, with Halloween around the corner, it’s hard to resist taking a few bites of something delicious. As long as eating too many sugary sweets doesn’t become a habit, you … Read more

Dental X-Rays While Pregnant – Is it Safe?

Any person who has gone to the dentist for a basic checkup and cleaning knows the dental x-ray routine. You are typically brought to a small room with an x-ray camera, and your dentist takes pictures of your skull and teeth for a few moments. This tiny amount of radiation is harmless and has no … Read more

Do White Teeth Mean Healthy Teeth?

For many, the ultimate goal is to have a sparkling white smile. But do white teeth really mean healthy teeth? After all, the majority of toothpaste, toothbrushes, mouthwashes, and even gum focus on their ability to deliver a whitening effect to your teeth. However, if whiter teeth are not necessarily healthier teeth, then it may … Read more

Laser Dentistry – Taking the Sting Out of Your Dentist Visits

Did you know that an estimated 75% of adults in the US experience fear surrounding going to the dentist? For many who avoid visits to the dentist at all cost, the fear can steam from their childhood experiences or previous painful visits. Whether you have repeatedly experienced pain from visits to the dentist or have … Read more