As we finish out National Dental Hygiene Month for October, we want to draw attention to a topic that matters to all of us: bad breath. More than ninety percent of bad breath originates in the oral cavity, and one hundred percent of it is the result of smelly gases produced by bacteria. This is […]
As we continue in the theme of National Dental Hygiene Month, this week we are covering an important term you may hear your dentist or dental hygienist say when discussing your oral health. The measurement of any pockets around your teeth provide important information about the health of the supporting structures of the teeth. This […]
Each year, the month of October carries the designation of National Dental Hygiene Month. All month long, we will focus on the importance of both dental hygiene and our wonderful dental hygienists. Why a whole month, you may ask? Because dental hygiene is the most important aspect of great oral health! The Importance of Dental […]
A dental hygienist wears many hats in the dental practice. Most dental offices have more than one dental hygienist because the services they render to the patients are so vital. EVERYONE needs to see a dental hygienist on a consistent basis! Often people think that all a hygienist does is clean teeth. Actually, their duties […]
Mouth sores are terrible. They cause pain when you eat, drink and speak. They can affect people of all ages. There are some people who tend to develop an ulcer every time they see the dentist or accidentally bite their lip, cheek or tongue. If you or a loved one suffer from mouth sores, here […]
Maintaining a healthy smile involves more than just brushing your teeth. In order to keep your mouth in a state of optimal health, you must commit to three essential components of oral health. When combined, these three components will work together to help you maintain a completely healthy smile! Do Your Part At Home This […]
The oral care aisle at your local grocery store or pharmacy is full of an almost endless supply of toothbrushes, toothpastes, floss and mouthwash. The most important purpose of any oral hygiene routine is to physically remove dental plaque from the teeth, and this is something that mouthwash cannot accomplish on its own. Therefore, it […]
Millions of Americans suffer from a chronic bacterial infection in their mouths commonly referred to as “gum disease”. This progressive disease causes bad breath, tooth sensitivity, looseness of the teeth, and eventually tooth loss. The bad news is that it can be difficult to treat. The good news is that it is very easy to […]
Maybe you’ve seen it as an ingredient in your sugar-free chewing gum. Or maybe Dr. Chowning recommended it as a sugar substitute for you. You might have seen it advertised as a “magic” ingredient in some oral care products. Here’s what you really need to know about xylitol. What is Xylitol? Xylitol is a natural […]
Many people have had their own experiences with wisdom teeth. This can lead to certain generalizations that are not necessarily true for everyone. Some of this misinformation can cause people to make the wrong assumptions about wisdom teeth. We will debunk several of those myths in this week’s blog. Myth #1: Everyone has wisdom teeth. […]
