Toothbrushes have been around since 3500-3000 BC, but thankfully, they are no longer made from twigs or the bristles of wild hogs (source). These days, most toothbrushes boast plastic handles …
Teeth Grinding Treatment
Bruxism, also known as teeth grinding, is an extremely common condition that causes a person to clench and grind his or her teeth. It can be involuntary or habitual, and …
What Happens During a Teeth Cleaning?
Even after years of dental visits, you may not know exactly what happens when you sit in that reclining chair. You understand that the dental hygienist cleans your teeth and …
When Do Baby Teeth Fall Out?
Does your four-year-old already have a wobbly tooth? Has your eight-year-old still not had a single visit from the tooth fairy? Parents naturally worry about their children’s growth, so it’s …
How to Care for Sensitive Teeth
During the hot summer months, you might crave a cold bowl of ice cream, a melt-in-your-mouth popsicle, or an icy snow-cone . . . Mmm! However, a frosty sweet treat may bring you more …
How to Check for Oral Cancer
According to the American Cancer Society, approximately 48,330 people will receive an oral cancer diagnosis in 2016. Oral cancer can affect any part of your mouth: tongue, lips, cheeks, or soft …
Preventing Gum Recession
Gingiva is a soft tissue that surrounds your teeth and covers your jawbone. You might know it by its more common name: gums! Despite their pink pigment and smooth texture, gums …
How Your Diet Affects Your Teeth
A healthy, well-balanced diet is one of the foundations of good health. Although you likely already know that the foods you eat can influence your weight, your risk for certain diseases, your …
Wisdom Teeth Removal
Although they emerge a bit later in life, when we’re older and (hopefully) wiser, wisdom teeth are known to be troublemakers. Also known as third molars, they can cause infections, swelling, …
Anatomy of a Tooth
Despite their small size and bone-like appearance, your teeth are made up of several different components. Understanding the anatomy of a tooth can help you care for your teeth and …