Just the idea of a dental implant can be distressing if you don’t fully understand the technology and its effects. After all, it quite literally requires the surgical placement of a metal post in the jawbone, which will secure the crown in place. However, before you run away screaming, learn more about the treatment and discuss the procedure with …
Preventing Cavities
Oh, the dreaded cavity! I don’t know about you, but at the end of every dental visit, I hope and pray that my dentist will assure me that my teeth are free of cavities. Luckily, it is easy to prevent cavities with basic oral hygiene and good sense. Although it’s true that some people are more prone …
What Causes Plaque?
When children first learn about dentists, teeth, and the importance of brushing and flossing, they might view plaque as an evil villain of sorts. Although colorless at first (in disguise, you might say), it can form into brown or yellowish tartar if you aren’t careful. Plus, this bacterial miscreant clings to the teeth and other …
Reasons to Floss Your Teeth
You’ve likely heard your dentist and hygienist—maybe even your mother!—remind you more than once to floss your teeth daily. And they’re right! We know that it won’t be the most fun part of your day, but flossing is one of the most important factors in keeping healthy teeth. Brushing alone just doesn’t do the trick …
How to Care for your Child’s Teeth
To keep your young one as healthy as possible, you need to know how to care for your child’s teeth as best as you can. Even though he or she will lose those baby teeth in the next few years, maintaining a healthy mouth and teaching good oral health habits early will save your child …
How Often Should You Go to the Dentist?
If you want to keep your teeth as strong and healthy as possible (and we hope you do!), you likely know how important it is to schedule dental appointments, even if you’re not showing any signs of dental problems. Routine appointments will make sure your teeth are clean and that any problems—or potential for problems—are …
What Is Gingivitis?
When most people talk about dentistry, they focus on the teeth—cavities, fillings, cleanings, chips, dentures, cosmetic procedures . . . However, dentists also diagnose, prevent, and treat conditions found throughout the mouth, including the tongue, the palate, and (perhaps most importantly) the gums. Gingiva (i.e., gums) is the soft tissue that lies over the jawbones …
How to Brush Your Teeth Properly
You brush your teeth two or three times a day (I hope) and after eating certain foods (hello, corn on the cob . . .). Your dentist or hygienist may have given you tips over the years (easy on the gums!), but have you ever stopped and considered whether you’re brushing your teeth correctly? It’s …
How to Not Be Afraid of the Dentist
So, you’ve got your next dentist appointment coming up, and you’re nervous about it. Or maybe you’re more than nervous, perhaps even scared. Or, you don’t have one coming up at all—because of your fear, you’ve put it off. Fear of the dentist is not uncommon. However, it’s not helping you stay healthy. Learning how …
Types of Dentures
Whether it’s through injury or through health problems, losing your adult teeth can be difficult. There are a number of cosmetic solutions for missing teeth, but if you’re all or mostly just gums, you may want to consider dentures. These removable dental appliances will restore your smile with a natural look. Today, we’ll discuss the …