Wellness dentistry is a holistic approach to oral health that focuses on preventative care and overall wellness. This approach to dentistry recognizes that the health of the mouth is closely connected to the overall health of the body, and that good oral hygiene can help prevent a range of health problems. Wellness dentistry emphasizes the [...]
Don’t Ignore These Dental Warning Signs! According to the American Dental Association, an estimated 100 million Americans do not go to the dentist on a yearly basis. With a good oral care daily routine and visits to your dentist at least twice a year, most severe dental conditions can be prevented. Poor dental health is [...]
How to Spot Good Dental Products in the Grocery Store Taking care of your oral health has an impact on your overall health. Along with eating healthy and exercising daily, it’s just as important to properly care for your teeth and mouth daily. Fortunately, every grocery store has an aisle full of oral care products [...]
Consistently cleaning your teeth helps you keep and maintain a healthy, white smile! But that is not all it’s good for. There are almost endless good reasons why you should perform regular dental cleaning. Each time you visit your local dental professional for a teeth cleaning treatment, you greatly minimize your chance of gum disease, [...]
How do I know I have bad breath? It’s hard not to notice bad breath. Have people been steeping away from you when you talk to them? Do people turn their cheek when kissing them goodbye? To be sure, lick the inside of your wrist and sniff. If the wrist smells terrible, you can be [...]
Erosion occurs when the tooth enamel is washed away by an acid attack. The enamel is the hard, protective layer of the tooth, which protects the dentine. When the enamel is worn away, the dentine underneath gets exposed, which causes sensitivity and pain. What are the primary signs of dental erosion? Early signs of erosion [...]
Many people do not consider flossing an essential part of dental care. In fact, over 37% of Americans don’t floss daily despite many dentists recommending it. If you’re one of the people who don’t floss daily, here are five reasons to start flossing: · It improves your dental hygiene Even if you regularly brush your [...]
Diabetes is a serious health problem that affects how your body utilizes blood sugar or glucose. Glucose is important to your overall health because it’s a crucial source of energy for the cells that constitute your tissues as well as your muscles. What’s more, it’s your brain's primary source of fuel. Recent research tends to [...]
Dental bonding has gained a lot of popularity in the world of cosmetic dentistry thanks to the plethora of benefits it offers. Dental bonding is not only popular because it can potentially fix several dental imperfections but because it’s a non-invasive dental procedure that can improve your smile almost instantly. Despite its numerous potential benefits, [...]
Even though most people don’t know much about them, dental fractures are a common problem that currently affects many people across the globe, especially those aged 25 and above. However, it is imperative to note that dental fractures are usually quite difficult to diagnose. Only a qualified dentist can accurately tell whether your dental pain [...]
