Tooth enamel is the hard, outer surface that protects your teeth against decay. Although it’s one of the toughest mineral substances in your body, it’s still susceptible to erosion—and once enamel is lost, it doesn’t come back. The following habits will wear away at your enamel over time. Cutting out these, in conjunction with regular… Read Article
Tooth sensitivity is one of the most common early symptoms of major dental problems. If your teeth have become increasingly sensitive to hot, cold, or sweet food and drinks, that’s a sure-fire sign that you need to make an appointment with your dentist as soon as possible. If you want to take action and lessen… Read Article
We know that the idea of going to the dentist probably doesn’t fill you with excitement. Routine cleanings may leave you feeling refreshed, but fillings, root canals, and extractions aren’t exactly most people’s idea of fun. However, going to the dentist regularly is one of the most important things you can do to stay healthy…. Read Article
How to Get Whiter Teeth It’s common knowledge that as we get older, we tend to lose our bright white smiles. When our tooth enamel wears down and thins over time, our teeth will start to stain and discolor more easily, but you don’t have to give up on the dream of having that perfect,… Read Article
Everyone wants a straight, pearly white smile, but it’s not always easy to achieve on your own. Believe it or not, attaining this perfect Hollywood smile is easier than you think, as long as you find the right professionals to help you along the way. Cosmetic dentists focus on the aesthetics of your teeth and… Read Article
For most people, our days start and end with the routine brushing of teeth. Brushing our teeth has been a habit instilled in us since childhood. As routine as the act is, have you ever stopped to consider why it’s so important to have good oral hygiene? Our mouths contain billions of bacteria — which… Read Article
For many dentists, their sole purpose is to help you maintain healthy teeth and gums through proper oral hygiene — focusing on preventing diseases and repairing damaged teeth. As essential as this is to your overall health, what about fixing the aesthetics of your teeth? Cosmetic dentistry goes one step further and helps enhance your… Read Article
Most people can relate to the stress of receiving the dreaded, but expected question while at the dentist: Have you been flossing? And for those who answer “no,” the shame of the neglect is lost almost as soon as you leave. But why is it so important to floss, and why are dentists always insisting… Read Article
Society has triggered millions of Americans to dread and postpone annual medical appointments — appointments designed to monitor general patient wellness. Going to the dentist is no different. Statistics show that many are avoiding it at all cost. 35.6 percent of American adults have gone more than one year without visiting the dentist. 22 percent… Read Article
What do dentists say about bad breath? Ask any dentist and they will tell you this: bad breath does not discriminate. Studies have shown that 20 to 30 percent of people in the U.S. have bad breath, or what us medical-types call halitosis. So, if you are brushing your teeth regularly but the odor is… Read Article