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…
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%…
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…
If you are a parent, you have the important and sometimes overwhelming job of teaching your children the skills they will need to succeed in life. The skills you teach them today will hopefully benefit them in the future when they eventually leave the nest. One of the most important things you can teach your…
Teeth can crack for a variety of reasons. Dental trauma, tooth decay, and biting down on something hard can all cause a tooth to crack. So what happens if you crack one of your teeth? What are the dental treatments that can be used to restore a cracked tooth? There are many. There are several…
Are you feeling self conscious about your smile due to missing teeth? Have missing teeth taken the joy out of mealtime for you? Missing teeth can cause you to feel self conscious about your smile and can also make it difficult to chew and speak correctly. But did you know that a missing tooth or…
Do your palms sweat when you think about visiting the dentist? Does your heart race? Have you avoided getting needed dental care in the past due to dental fears and anxiety associated with visiting the dentist? If so, you may be suffering from a dental phobia. Studies have shown that a high percentage of the…
Are your gums red and swollen. Do they bleed easily when brushing or flossing your teeth. Are they pulling away from your teeth and exposing the roots? All these things are signs of periodontal disease: a chronic infection of the tissues and bone supporting your teeth. If not treated properly, periodontal disease can lead to…
Have you skipped your regular dental checkup? If so, you are not alone. In fact, in a Gallup poll conducted in 2013, one third of Americans said they did not visit the dentist at all in the past year. This is unfortunate because regular dental visits provide an opportunity for your dentist to spot oral health…
A canker sore is a small shallow lesion that develops on the soft tissue of the mouth. Canker sores are also referred to as “aphtous ulcers” and are not contagious. They are, however, painful and can make eating, drinking and even talking difficult. In most cases, canker sores go away on their own within one…
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