Brushing your teeth twice a day is essential for maintaining good oral health. It helps remove food particles, plaque, and bacteria that can lead to tooth decay, bad breath, tooth discoloration, and gum disease. By brushing your teeth every day, you’re actively preventing the buildup of harmful substances that can erode your tooth enamel and [...]
Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorders classify a range of conditions that affect the jaw joint and surrounding muscles. Among its many symptoms, TMJ can have a significant impact on your dental health. When the TMJ is not functioning properly, it can lead to a range of dental issues, such as tooth sensitivity, tooth wear, and even [...]
You know flossing is an integral step in your oral care routine, but did you know it can even support bodily health and potentially reduce your risk of systemic disease? Since flossing can help prevent gum disease—which has been linked to health conditions such as heart disease and diabetes—it may just extend your life expectancy [...]
Taking care of your oral health is imperative to have a beautiful and healthy smile. Daily tooth brushing helps remove surface stains, plaque, food particles, and bacteria from your oral cavity and keeps gum disease and tooth decay away. However, tooth brushing shouldn’t be the only step in your oral care routine. When you want [...]
Periodontal disease has been connected to a variety of health conditions, including diabetes, Alzheimer’s, and yes, heart disease. Over 80 million adults in the United States have some form of heart disease, and it’s one of the leading causes of death [1]. But when it comes to gum disease and heart disease, what exactly is [...]
Cavities are caused by bacteria and plaque that accumulates in the oral cavity. When you don’t clean your teeth regularly, tooth enamel can become damaged and a cavity can result. Although cavities start out small, they will get larger over time. If a cavity is left to progress, it can eventually encompass your entire tooth [...]
A water flosser is a type of flossing tool that shoots a stream of water between your teeth to remove plaque. For some people, water flossers can be easier to use than string floss. Also, research shows that using a water flosser is “significantly more effective” than using string floss when it comes to removing [...]
If you’ve noticed your teeth look longer, you may have gum recession. Gum recession, in which the gum tissue actually begins to pull away from the teeth, can happen for several reasons. Receding gums can be painful, exposing sensitive tooth roots and causing sensitivity or inflammation. In severe cases, gum recession may even contribute to [...]
If you’re diligent about your oral care, taking care of your smile involves both a morning and an evening routine of brushing your teeth. Brushing your teeth before bed can remove harmful plaque and bacteria that have accumulated throughout the day, leaving you with a clean and healthy smile. Skipping brushing before bed can leave [...]
Getting your kids to eat healthy can be a challenge! Yet, healthy foods are so important for your child’s well-being, especially when it comes to their dental health. Encouraging your child to eat healthy foods can not only support their oral health now, but set the foundation for them to continue these healthy habits as they grow [...]
