Dental health plays a very large role in overall good health. And we rely on our teeth to perform many functions that we don’t give conscious thought to on a daily basis. Two visits a year with the family dentist takes about one hour each...
During the early formative years, your child usually only consumes what you provide. This is the ideal time to help them develop a taste for healthier foods. Allowing a steady diet of sugary snacks and/or beverages is laying the groundwork for the foods that contribute...
Bad breath, also known as halitosis, is a common dental problem and a potentially embarrassing one. No one wants to make a bad first impression on a job interview or first date because of overpowering breath. This condition can be reversed, but in order to...
You may know about Invisalign because of its effectiveness at straightening the smile with clear plastic trays instead of ugly brackets and wires. But did you realize that Invisalign can also correct malocclusions (“bad bites”), which can contribute to an unsightly smile just as much...
When you smile, do you try to hide your teeth? If so, is that because you feel self-conscious about their appearance? A consultation with your cosmetic dentist will reveal the number of ways you can enhance your smile with a small tweak or a major...
When Ben Franklin said, “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure,” he could have been referring to the practice of good oral health. The benefits of dental hygiene are not isolated to the mouth. Dentists and medical researchers have proven a direct...
You may be concerned about the appearance and condition of your teeth, but don’t always blame genetics or even your own daily oral care … look at what you are consuming to see if small changes in your diet will improve your dental health. Starting out...
Like other parts of the body, the oral health system can be influenced by genetics. For instance, some patients may be genetically predisposed to tooth decay if weak tooth enamel runs in one’s family while others may be susceptible to periodontal (gum) disease because of...
Your infant’s teeth actually start forming in the womb. They can emerge anywhere from four to six months (some may start earlier or a little later – this can be different for everyone). Keeping baby’s teeth clean in those early months can be done by...
Bleeding gums can be worrisome; if you are experiencing one or more spots where gums bleed without provocation, your dentist is the best resource to help you uncover the source of the problem. Using the wrong tooth brush and brushing with too much force can result...