Teeth straightening is a rough time in many teenagers’ lives, especially since this traditionally happens during their middle and high school years. However, some people do this process later in life, and it’s important to be able to feel confident in your body and smile. Because of the age stereotype associated with braces mentioned above,…
Denture care is just as important as caring for real teeth. It keeps them fitting properly and lasting longer. When first getting dentures, talk with your dentist to see what he or she recommends to do to care for your new teeth. Below are four tips to keep your dentures in tip-top shape. Brushing correctly…
There are different variations of mouth guards, just like most other things in today’s society. However, custom-fitted mouth and night guards are made of flexible plastic, molded to fit the unique shape of each of your individual teeth. The basics Night guards are meant to help patients who clench or grind their teeth at night,…
We all have that friend who is an avid mouthwash user, and you can’t help but to stop and think, “Why?” If you brush and floss daily (we hope you do), then using mouthwash may seem like an unnecessary, extra step. So does it really help? Types of Mouthwash Where most people go wrong with…
Do you know that person who cleans your teeth before you visit with the dentist? That is your dental hygienist. However, people often forget the importance the dental hygienist plays in your routine dental check. Most people assume that if they have no reason to visit the dentist him/herself, then there is no need to…
As a new parent, you’re told over and over about the importance of check-ups and regularly scheduled doctor appointments from the moment your child is born. Dental care is just as important to the overall health of your child – but determining the best time to take your child to a pediatric dentist isn’t as…
Have you been thinking about getting dental implants? If you’re wondering if the procedure might be right for you, read below to find out if you’re a proper candidate and what dental implant surgery entails. Who are Dental Implants for? Dental implants are designed for patients with a variety of dental defects. You may be…
When it comes to pregnancy, new mothers have been trained to question everything in order to protect the overall well-being of themselves and their baby. There is such a long list of things a mother has to avoid or take caution in doing during their pregnancy, but going to a dentist does not fall on…
We all have wisdom teeth at one point in life, and we have all had a good laugh from the viral videos taken by family and friends of patients after wisdom teeth removal. If you haven’t had your wisdom teeth removed yet, you might be wondering when it’ll be your time to shine. If only…
Okay let’s face it – sometimes all the toothpaste and mouthwash in the world just won’t get rid of that halitosis. Halitosis is the technical term for “bad breath”. Luckily, if you have found yourself with a case of stubborn bad breath, it doesn’t necessarily mean you have poor hygiene. Here are some of the…