Emergency Toothache Relief: Things to Do to Stop the Pain

Emergency Toothache Relief: Things to Do to Stop the Pain

Toothache is often caused by dental infection and typically results in pain that ranges from mild to unbearable. In some cases, it causes inflammation in the jaw and increased sensitivity to touch. This prevents the person from properly eating and chewing their...
Pregnancy’s Impact on Oral Health

Pregnancy’s Impact on Oral Health

IN EXPECTANT MOTHER goes through many changes during pregnancy beyond the baby bump and some funny cravings. Unfortunately, some of the changes to oral health are not especially pleasant. Pregnancy Gingivitis and Hormones No matter how exciting and hectic...
The Different Types of Dentures

The Different Types of Dentures

When a person has missing teeth, dentists would often recommend getting a synthetic replacement. Dentures, which are also sometimes called “false teeth,” are fitted to patients for various reasons, like regaining confidence in their smile. They also...
Tooth Sensitivity: Causes and Treatments

Tooth Sensitivity: Causes and Treatments

NOTHING RUINS A COZY mug of hot cocoa faster than the jolt of pain from sensitive teeth. As many as one in eight people in the U.S. deal with tooth sensitivity, including kids! What causes it and what can we do to protect our teeth? Understanding Dental Anatomy...
Fighting Back Against Dental Anxiety

Fighting Back Against Dental Anxiety

DENTAL PHOBIA AND anxiety are pretty common, affecting more than one in every ten Americans. That means that close to 40 million people avoid getting crucial preventative dental care, which in turn means that small, easy-to-fix dental problems can become big,...
Tips for Maintaining Your Oral Health

Tips for Maintaining Your Oral Health

Your teeth are considered to be the hardest and strongest part of your body. But even though they are tough and durable, they can still get damaged over time. It is why people need to take care of their dental health and practice proper oral care by following these...