It is no surprise to learn that smoking is bad for your health. You may know about its detrimental effects on your lungs and heart, but did you know that a nicotine habit is a major threat to your oral health too. While bad breath and yellow teeth are certainly consequences of smoking, it can
One of the most dreaded side effects of pregnancy is morning sickness, which involves a feeling of nausea that often extends past the morning hours. Women have varying degrees of morning sickness, and some may never feel sick at all. However, for majority of moms-to-be, morning sickness can range from an icky feeling in their
Did you know that according dentistry experts, as many as 40 million Americans deal with sensitive teeth at some point in time? Your teeth may not be perfect in appearance, but they should never hurt. Teeth sensitivity refers to the discomfort (often shooting pain) felt when your teeth are exposed to extreme temperatures. This could
We are in an era where countless industries are going digital. Tasks and operations are getting done more efficiently, more accurately and often more comfortably. The upsurge in digital technology has certainly transformed the way we receive health care – including dental health. In fact, “digital dentistry” has revolutionized dental care in many ways. What
When you consider your dental health, you probably think about your teeth. While your pearly whites are certainly a major component of your oral health, your gums play a vital role too. In fact, your gums are the foundation for your smile. Your gums, which can be referred to as gingiva, are the pink, fleshy
You are well into adulthood; you don’t get cavities often, and you certainly don’t have new teeth erupting anymore. So is getting dental x-rays really necessary? Absolutely! Dental x-rays clue your dentist into multiple aspects of your oral health, beyond decay and emerging permanent teeth. First, there are different types of x-rays to show specific
According to the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, “the total annual revenue in the teeth whitening industry topped $11 billion at the beginning of 2015, with $1.4 billion spent on teeth whitening products.” These figures are still climbing in 2017 and expected to do so over the next decade. Why is teeth whitening so popular?
When the inner chambers of a tooth become infected, serious dental issues can result. Not only are patients typically in pain, but they are at risk for bone loss and tooth loss. Root canal therapy is a procedure to save a tooth from extraction. However, after this endodontic treatment is performed, many patients will need
You’ve cleaned all surfaces of your pearly whites for the recommended two minutes of time. Great job! However, you’re not done. Before you rinse and spit, don’t forget your tongue. Many patients either forget or neglect to brush their tongue each day. This is an unfortunate mistake. Not only can leaving your tongue dirty sabotage
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