When it comes to over-the-counter whitening products, the options are almost endless. There is a wide variety of brands and methods available at your local pharmacy and grocery store in the oral care aisle. You can also find countless options for sale online. So how do you know which one to choose? Whitening strips have […]
The day you get your braces off is a time of celebration! You have undergone months or years of treatment and finally achieved your beautiful, straightened smile. Unfortunately, that day is not always positive. Some people discover, after the removal of braces, that their teeth have developed a splotchiness due to the appearance of white […]
Contact sports are a wonderful way to engage in physical exercise and teamwork. Unfortunately, contact sports always carry the risk for injury, and as dentists, we concern ourselves with trauma that affects the mouth, teeth, and jaws. The great news is that we have a simple preventive solution for those participating in contact sports: athletic […]
Energy drinks have rapidly gained in popularity over the last two decades. They are a common beverage choice among teens and young adults, often replacing sodas and sports drinks. There are a wide variety of energy drink options on the market today, including Red Bull, Monster, Rockstar, and more. The bad news is that these […]
Many people have heard dentists talking about plaque on their teeth with little understanding of what it actually is or why it matters that you remove it. In this week’s blog, we’ll explain what you need to know about dental plaque, and hopefully, that will give you the motivation you need to get rid of […]
When we inform a patient that an existing filling needs replacement, we often hear questions like this. Many people assume that fillings will last forever. Unfortunately, that is not the case. There are multiple factors affecting the lifespan of a filling, which we will discuss in this week’s blog. What is a Filling? First of […]
Few people understand how essential saliva is to great oral health. Most people know that a dry mouth isn’t a good thing, but you have to know all of the wonderful things saliva does to really understand why this is so. In this week’s blog, we’ll describe the important effects of saliva on the oral […]
Did you know that you have some control over how quickly your mouth heals after a tooth extraction? There are several ways to support and improve the healing process, which will help you heal more quickly. Read this week’s blog to learn how you can influence your body’s healing for the next time you or […]
Diabetes affects millions of Americans today, and millions more are pre-diabetic. In this serious health condition, the body is no longer able to regulate blood sugar levels. Diabetes affects the entire body, leading to serious consequences if left uncontrolled. This article will focus on how it affects the health of the mouth. The Effects of […]
Yes. Of course we have more to say about it than just “yes”. But the answer to the overall question is a resounding yes. Mouth piercings seem to grow in fade in popularity over time. We have seen the damage they can cause to the mouth, so we always urge our patients to avoid them […]
