‘Fess up. You don’t floss often. And that makes you at high risk for periodontal – or gum – disease. We all have bacteria in our mouths that can grow and irritate our teeth and gums. Bacteria can eat away at the enamel of our teeth, causing cavities. It also can attack our … [Read more...]
Binge Drinking Harms Oral Health
After being glorified on shows like Jersey Shore, binge drinking is no longer as taboo as it once was. And while MTV and social media might make drinking to the extreme look fun, we want to remind you that alcohol abuse can be extremely harmful to oral health. April is Oral … [Read more...]
National Diabetes Alert Day: Pre-diabetes and Gum Disease
Many people are aware of the connection between diabetes and oral health, but did you know that oral health complications of diabetes begin with pre-diabetes? Almost all those diagnosed with type 2 diabetes have pre-diabetes prior to diagnosis. Symptoms of pre-diabetes are … [Read more...]
Anatomy of a Tooth
Every tooth in a man's head is more valuable than a diamond. - Miguel de Cervantes, Don Quixote, 1605 This ‘tooth’ quote was written during the Age of Reason, during which, the world began to think and act rationally. The lines of wisdom, authored centuries ago emphasize the … [Read more...]
How To Care for Your Braces
Planning to get a new orthodontic appliance? What’s that?! Relax, that’s just a fancy word for dental braces. Whether you’ve got a full-on metal mouth or you sport Invisalign "teeth straighteners”, it is extremely important to take proper care of those braces. A good oral hygiene … [Read more...]
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