Tobacco, whether it is smoked or chewed can have lasting negative effects on your oral health. At best, it can cause severe tooth discoloration that is hard to treat. At worst, it can cause oral cancer, an extremely aggressive and often deadly type of cancer that forms on the mouth or throat. Smoking tobacco (cigarettes)…
If you have excruciating pain in one of your teeth, you could be dealing with an abscessed tooth. An abscessed tooth is a painful condition that is caused by an infection at the root of a tooth or between the gum and a tooth. The most common cause of an abscessed tooth is severe decay.…
What do heights, small spaces, public speaking and visiting the dentist all have in common? The answer is that these are all common fears. If you have a dental phobia, you are certainly not alone. In fact, statistics show that approximately 15% of Americans suffer from dental anxiety to some degree. In some cases, the…
If you are planning on becoming pregnant in the near future, you probably have a long lists of things to do to prepare for your pregnancy. You will need to buy a crib, decorate a nursery and figure out childcare, if you are a working professional. You may also need to make some important lifestyle…
If you have a baby or toddler, you have the important job of caring for your child’s dental health. The preventive dental care that your child receives today can have a large effect on his or her dental health in the future. For this reason, it is important to be aware of the recommendations made…
Calcium is an important mineral that everyone needs to stay healthy. Most everyone knows that getting an adequate daily intake of calcium is good for your bones. However, did you know that getting enough calcium is also vitally important for maintaining good dental health? That is because according to the National Institutes of Health, 99%…
Aging and consuming certain types of foods and beverages can cause mild tooth discoloration that can typically be treated effectively utilizing a take-home whitening kit or with an in-office whitening procedure. However, if you have severe tooth discoloration due to tobacco stains, too much fluoride, genetic causes or tooth trauma, you may need to pursue…
Do you have fire extinguishers and smoke alarms in your home? Do you have a home security system? Do you have car insurance, homeowners insurance or a life insurance policy? There is a good chance that you have answered “yes” to all or most of these questions. These are all examples of preventive measure we…
What is the first thing that you notice about a person when you meet them for the first time? For most of us, the answer is their smile. The truth is, your smile makes a big first impression and often a lasting impression on those who you meet. A healthy, bright smile can make a…
What is the best way to treat tooth decay (dental caries)? The best way to treat tooth decay is to prevent it from occurring in the first place. It seems that in the case of your dental health, that old saying, “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure” is very true. Brushing…
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