Here are some benefits of getting tested... Over the last several years, there has been an increase in the number of people diagnosed with mouth and throat cancers. With early detection, the prognosis of oral cancer can be better with the reduction of treatment-related health problems and increased survival rates. The main goal of oral [...]
Because it’s Children's Dental Health Month! What better time than now to reflect on you and your child’s dental hygiene! Here are a few tips for you to make sure you keep your family’s smile extra bright this month … 1. Make healthy food choices. Keep in mind that food and beverages high in [...]
Halloween is a fun and exciting time of year. Whether you are out trick-or-treating or enjoying a fun costume party, it is a great excuse to eat a lot of candy. However, did you ever stop to think how all that candy can affect your dental health? Now that Halloween is about to start, Dr. [...]
Experiencing fear, anxiety, or stress in a dental setting is a common problem that is often attributed to certain triggers such as needles, drills, or visiting a dentist in general. When an individual feels severely anxious about a dental appointment, it might result in irrational fear and complete avoidance of going to the dentist, which [...]
The American Dental Association suggests changing your toothbrush (manual toothbrush) or the brush head if using an electric toothbrush, every three to four months. Why should I replace my electric toothbrush head? 1. The bristles get frayed with use - The brush head has hundreds of bristles that are clustered together which may vary in [...]
Water and Dental Health Water is the by far, the healthiest drink available. Our bodies are 60% water, and staying hydrated is vital as it helps your system regulate healthy nutrients, gets rid of waste substances, and keeps your muscles moving. Your saliva is 99% water. By consuming sufficient amounts of water, your saliva is [...]
Mouthwash or Oral rinse is a liquid used to help clean your mouth, teeth, gums, and freshen breath. This usually leads to an antiseptic killing harmful bacteria that can live between your teeth and on your tongue. Mouthwash won't work to strengthen tooth enamel and combat gum disease unless you brush and floss prior to [...]
Eating with dental implants is quite similar to eating with biological teeth. The reason for this is that the implants are integrated into the jawbone and therefore will not move or slip in the mouth. After implants have stabilized, patients are able to enjoy a healthy diet without any restrictions. What foods to Avoid after [...]
Crowded teeth, also known as crowded dentition , is when the mouth doesn't have enough space to keep the teeth straight. As a result, individuals with this type of malocclusion suffer from overlapped or crooked teeth. Types Depending on the patient's jaw size and how many teeth they have, teeth crowding may be mild, moderate, [...]
Underbite is a term for a dental disorder marked by lower teeth reaching further outward than the upper teeth. This disorder is often termed a malocclusion or prognathism of Class III. Some cases of underbite can be complicated, which means that the lower teeth are extremely ahead. Many forms are milder, and almost not noticable. [...]
