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Gum disease is one of the most common oral health issues among American adults. Unfortunately, it often goes untreated in its early stages of gingivitis where simple dental hygiene modifications can often resolve symptoms. When gum disease progresses to later stages, it will require more...
While your child’s baby teeth are not permanent, they will set the stage for his or her lifelong oral health. So, if your child experiences cavities and decay at a young age, it may be more difficult to maintain healthy adult teeth later in life....
You’re likely accustomed to updating your health history each time you visit the dentist for an exam or treatment. It’s important to fully disclose your medical information to your dentist because many medications and health conditions can affect your oral health. However, your dentist may...
To “grit one’s teeth” is generally defined as showing determination in the face of adverse or challenging situations. While determination can be a positive attribute, the actual gnashing or grinding of teeth is definitely not a good thing. Teeth grinding can lead to oral health...
Sports are a fun way to incorporate physical fitness into your lifestyle. Even if you aren’t a professional athlete, however, you’ll need to make sure you’re wearing the right protective gear for your chosen sport. Most athletes can benefit from wearing a sports mouthguard, which...
Dental sealants are a treatment that is typically associated with pediatric dentistry. It’s customary for dentists to apply sealants to the molars of children because this treatment can reduce the risk of tooth decay. However, dental sealants can also be a good treatment option for...
If the thought of going to the dentist makes you nervous, you’re certainly not alone. Plenty of people struggle with dental anxiety. Sometimes, it can be severe enough to make a person delay getting needed dental treatments. Unfortunately, the longer you put off going to...
While over-the-counter (OTC) teeth whitening products may be popular, they won’t give you results as impressive as those you’ll get at a dentist’s office. Professional teeth whitening can lighten your teeth by several shades in just one quick visit! Plus, you’ll receive all of the...
There are many things that are off-limits during pregnancy for the sake of the baby’s health and proper development. However, preventive dentistry isn’t one of them. In fact, dentists strongly recommend that women who are pregnant or planning to be should schedule a professional cleaning...
Tooth decay, cavities, and dental caries: They all mean the same thing—trouble. A cavity is essentially a bacterial infection on a tooth. It occurs when the enamel on the outside of the tooth gets worn away, allowing bacteria to attack the tooth and penetrate to...
