Regular dental cleanings are necessary, not only to keep your teeth white and clean, but also to insure long-term health of your teeth and gums, and to prevent decay, cavities, and gum disease. Thus, it...
Educating yourself about common dental problems can help you prevent them and keep your smile for a lifetime. Here is a look at the most common dental problems and treatment options for each one.
Here's an alarming statistic: while adult teeth are built to last a lifetime, roughly 178 million Americans are missing a tooth. What's even more alarming? Over 40 million Americans have lost all of their...
There are many misconceptions about oral health care and dental treatments. These misconceptions can prevent you from receiving beneficial dental treatment or engaging in oral health practices that keep...
A whopping 68% of adults have dental tartar, also called calculus. Dental tartar is a hard, calcified deposit that forms and coats the teeth and gums. If plaque is not removed on a regular basis, such as...
Gum disease (also known as periodontal disease) affects nearly half of the US adult population. Gum disease is a chronic inflammatory disease that affects gum tissues and bone supporting the teeth. It can...
Breathing through the mouth is necessary when you are experiencing nasal congestion or during strenuous exercise. However, breathing through the mouth all the time, including when you sleep, can lead to...
Although vaping and e-cigarette devices have become increasingly trendy over the past few years, vaping has also taken center stage as the leading public health issue in the news. So far this year over...
Do you ever notice your gums bleeding when you floss or brush your teeth? Bleeding gums may have many causes, ranging from the wrong brushing technique to a more serious condition, such as gum disease....
Gum recession is when gums become pushed back or wear away, exposing the root of the tooth. This can lead to sensitivity and pain, and can expose the teeth to infection, decay, and eventually bone and...