When you have a missing tooth, the whole balance of your mouth becomes disrupted. A missing front tooth can make taking bites and speaking more difficult. (And, of course, it's more visible and embarrassing.) If it's a back tooth that's [...]
We all hate bad breath, aka halitosis. It's annoying, offputting, and of course, embarrassing. But, in terms of your oral health, bad breath can be a symptom of more significant problems. Especially if there is a sudden, unexplained change, it [...]
Everyone knows that dentists are concerned with flossing. It's one of the common questions we often ask our patients during routine check-ups. But we're not just trying to shame or humiliate you. There's good reason—using floss is crucial to excellent [...]
Most people know what's necessary after a tooth gets a cavity. It needs a filling, of course! Fillings are very common and a minor variety of restoration. On the other end of the spectrum, when extensive tooth damage or decay [...]
Why Prevention Is So Important "An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure!" It may be tempting to put off going to the dentist, especially if you feel there's nothing wrong. After all, what's the harm in skipping [...]
Your teeth might be in perfect health. They might have no cavities and function just as they should, but you just don't like their appearance. Teeth, though healthy, might still be crooked, misaligned, have gaps, appear too big, or even [...]
Why Skip Soda? If you are working toward becoming healthier, there's one simple change that will significantly benefit your overall health and your dental health as well. That is to skip drinking soda. Because of Sugar Whether you call it [...]
Should I Use Mouthwash? Mouthwash (also called a mouth rinse or just a rinse) are liquids that are squished around in the mouth and then discarded. They come in a wide variety of solutions with different intended purposes and active [...]
Toothpick Dangers Toothpicks can be a convenient, disposable tool when you have something stuck between your teeth. Indeed, they are a ubiquitous feature in many situations. Most families have a box somewhere in their kitchen, and most restaurants will have [...]
Options For Straight Teeth Most people don't have perfectly straight teeth. Common problems may include some level of overcrowding, gaps, or various combinations of misalignment. Those that do have straight teeth are either genetically blessed or (more likely) have probably [...]
