You have probably heard of an abscessed tooth. Maybe you have even experienced one. Abscessed teeth can affect anyone from children to senior adults, from those without ever having a cavity (yes, really!) to those with severely broken-down teeth. This blog will explain what you need to know in the event that you or a […]
Spring break is a time when many teenagers and college students undergo the procedure of removing their wisdom teeth. Parents choose school holidays so their students won’t have to take time away from their studies to have the surgery and recover. So how do you know when the time is right to have your wisdom […]
A recently published scientific study contains some important information connecting patients with gum disease to severe complications with COVID-19. When coronavirus first hit our shores about a year ago, it was a novel disease that we did not know much about. Doctors and scientists hypothesized many potential risk factors that could worsen the outcome of […]
There are many “firsts” in a child’s life, and as a parent, you have to make decisions about many of them. You can find yourself completely inundated with information when you try to determine when certain milestones should happen in your child’s life. Because every child is unique, the answer to when certain things should […]
Losing baby teeth is a rite of passage for all children. Many face this with excitement, anxious to experience something their older siblings and friends have shared with them. Others may be fearful of losing a “body part”. Understanding how and why baby teeth fall out can help you help explain what is going on […]
February is National Children’s Dental Health Month! We are eager to provide you with useful information regarding your children’s dental health. This week, we’ll focus on brushing your toddler’s teeth. Toddlers can be difficult, to say the least. The combination of increased mobility, a stubborn desire for independence and the entrance of new teeth can […]
February is National Children’s Dental Health Month, so we will cover some important topics about your children’s teeth in our blogs this month. Many children require the dental treatment of a silver cap or crown to cover a baby tooth. What should you do if it comes off? What is a Silver Cap? A silver […]
We can miss an important oral health fact if we think that sugar is the only thing bad for our teeth. Sugar is dangerous because it feeds the bacteria that cause cavities. It is important to understand, though, that it is not the sugar or the bacteria that are harmful to enamel. It’s the acid […]
Most people mistakenly assume that orthodontics is strictly cosmetic in nature. Because Invisalign is the most cosmetic way to straighten teeth, patients often think there is no health benefit. It is important to understand first that Invisalign is orthodontic treatment, not cosmetic dentistry, and second, that orthodontic treatment leads to a healthier mouth. What is […]
We frequently hear from healthcare providers and fitness experts that we should drink more water. Water performs many essential functions in the body and helps us stay healthy. Does this also apply to the teeth? Absolutely! This week’s blog will cover some important oral health benefits that you can receive from drinking more water. Supporting […]
