When you drink soda, the sugars it contains interact with bacteria in your mouth to form acid. This acid attacks your teeth. Both regular and sugar-free sodas also contain their own acids, and these attack the teeth too. With each swig of soda, you’re starting a damaging reaction that lasts for about 20 minutes. If […]
Healthy Halloween Sweets!
Halloween is a fun holiday for kids of all ages, but the sugar can be SOOOOO bad for healthy teeth and gums. Here’s a great idea for a healthy alternative to candy for trick-or-treaters. All you need are bananas and chocolate chips for the ghost treats. And mandarin oranges and celery for the […]
Interesting fact about teeth: Dentin
Dentin is the technical name for your teeth; it’s almost bone-like and it makes up most of the structure of your teeth. It’s yellow in appearance; enamel is what gives teeth their bright white finish. Since enamel is relatively translucent, if not properly cared for by regular brushing, regular flossing and regular dental visits — […]
Dental Jokes
This blog will be filled with fun dental jokes to cheer up your day! A little boy was taken to the dentist. It was discovered that he had a cavity that would have to be filled. “Now, young man,” asked the dentist, “what kind of filling would you like for that tooth?” “Chocolate, please,” replied […]
What Is Gingivitis?
Gingivitis is an inflammation of the gums and the initial stage of gum disease which makes it the easiest to treat. The direct cause of gingivitis is plaque. Plaque is difficult to remove if it builds up. This can be prevented by daily brushing and flossing. During this beginning stage of gum disease, the damage […]
All About iTero
The iTero Element scanner is designed to put the latest technology at your dentist’s fingertips and make intraoral scanning fun for everyone. The advanced technology and design of the new iTero Element scanner transforms in-office visits. Dental offices gain scheduling flexibility, real-time imaging, and ongoing training support to maximize the benefits of iTero scanning for the […]
What Does A Dental Cleaning Involve?
A professional dental cleaning at least twice a year can actually improve your oral health. Professional dental cleaning reinforces your oral health regiment at home. It also gives the dentist an opportunity to look at areas in the mouth that need special attention. Those who regularly practice good oral hygiene typically do not experience discomfort […]
How Oral Health Impacts Overall Health
Maintaining great oral hygiene leads to being healthier overall. Not taking care of your oral heath can lead to more health problems in the long run. The bacteria in the mouth can spread through the body and cause cardiovascular disease, respiratory infections, or diabetes. If you have gingivitis, the bacteria from that can travel into […]
Why Is Extraction Necessary
The American Dental Association says teeth are usually removed due to trauma, disease or crowding. When a tooth cannot be repaired with a filling or a crown, an extraction may be necessary. It’s not unusual for an orthodontist to recommend extraction for orthodontic treatment because of crowed teeth. Surgical extraction of teeth is the most common […]