Every single time you’ve stepped into your dentist’s office, among the first questions you are asked is, “Have you been flossing your teeth every day?” And the only answer you have is to shift guiltily in your chair, grin sheepishly, and mumble something about how you’ll get around to...
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You’ve been brushing and flossing your teeth regularly and it is with a lot of enthusiasm that you are congratulating yourself on being so diligent with your oral hygiene routine. But wait a minute; you’re still leaving something out. What? What? What? Mouthwash! Rinsing with a mouthwash is important...
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I am sure that all of us are aware of the distasteful experiences (pun intended) that bad breath can cause. Halitosis, as the condition is medically known, is both unhygienic and embarrassing. There are many potential reasons for foul smelling mouths, some of which are commonly known, while others...
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If you are suffering from stained, chipped or broken teeth, dental bonding is an economic solution you might want to consider. A composite resin - one that mimics the color of your teeth - is applied to the affected area and sculpted to shape. It is then allowed to...
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If an oral examination reveals a lesion or abnormality in your mouth region, your dentist may be required to perform an oral biopsy. This is essentially a surgical procedure in which a small piece of tissue is removed from the legion, so that a pathologist may determine the cause...
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Tooth extraction is more common among adults than you would imagine. Decay, damage, and trauma are some of the more common reasons you might need it.
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Snoring is a very common condition that affects 30 to 50 percent of the US population. There may be several causes of mild snoring, and it is not always a problem. However, if the snoring is heavy, a range of problems might ensue.
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Gingivitis is a bacterial infection that affects the health of the bone, gum, and soft tissues that surround the teeth, leading to inflammation and tenderness.
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A dental implant is a tooth foundation or root that is fixed inside the gum in order to support replacement teeth, or even dentures and crowns, as required by your oral condition.
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Most people don’t thinking of visiting their dentist unless they want the crowns placed or cavities filled. After all, why would you need to seek professional help if all is well and nothing is hurting, moving, or bleeding?
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