Baby teeth are those 20 teeth you’ll eventually see emerge in your child’s mouth. Starting at around the age of six months all the way up to nearly three years of age, primary teeth will continue to make an appearance. At around age six, kids will begin to shed their baby teeth and grow their [...]
Your oral health is absolutely influenced by what you eat. Your teeth and gums need certain nutrients to remain strong and healthy throughout your life, and if you lack these nutrients in your diet, your oral health can suffer. Teeth can become weaker and more susceptible to damage and loss, and gums can be more prone to inflammation and [...]
Ideally, your teeth should be cleaned every six months by your dental hygienist to help prevent oral disease. A professional teeth cleaning also helps remove surface stains from your tooth enamel, leaving your smile both bright and healthy. Are you overdue for a teeth cleaning? Here are a few signs that you could need to [...]
A tooth infection can be asymptomatic, meaning you may not experience symptoms, or it can be painful. Either way, it’s always a serious condition. There are many reasons why a tooth infection can develop, including deep decay in a tooth or an injury that’s compromised the tooth’s structure, such as a chip or a crack. Even if [...]
Dental implants are considered to be the gold standard when it comes to your tooth replacement options. The actual implant is a post that’s inserted into your jawbone during a procedure with an experienced dentist or oral surgeon. Once the implant is healed, a dental crown, fabricated from ceramic porcelain and designed to match your [...]
Baby bottle tooth decay can happen when a child is exposed to the sugar in certain liquids for a long period of time, which can impact tooth enamel and lead to extensive tooth decay. Essentially, any liquid that’s not water can cause this condition, even breastmilk. Liquids such as milk, juice, breastmilk, and formula contain natural sugars. [...]
Cracked teeth are an unfortunate reality for many patients, and the culprit is often food! When accidentally or intentionally biting down on one of the following foods, you could be at risk to crack your teeth. While a cracked tooth may not seem like a big deal, cracks can start out small and eventually extend beneath the gumline, [...]
Fluoride is a natural mineral found in nature and in the human body. However, it’s also frequently used in dental products to help protect the teeth from decay and strengthen tooth enamel. Fluoride can be found in toothpaste, mouthwash, and even dental treatments your child may receive at the dentist’s office. In some cities, fluoride has also been [...]
Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders, often simply referred to as TMJ or TMD, are a set of disorders in which the joints that allow your jaw to move don’t work properly. People with TMJ can still open and close their mouths, but not without some discomfort. For others, the mouth will only open partway, or may even get stuck. [...]
Sedation dentistry is an option for people who suffer from dental anxiety or dental phobia to the point that they avoid getting dental care. During your appointment, your experienced dentist, Dr. Alaswad, will provide a level of sedation ranging from minimal to general anesthesia to help you relax and receive the treatment you need for a beautiful and [...]
