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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
There are all different reasons you might be experiencing bad breath. While some causes are harmless, bad breath can be a sign of something more serious. Bacteria Bad breath can happen anytime thanks to the hundreds of types of bad breath-causing bacteria that naturally live in your mouth. Your mouth also acts like a natural […]
You probably have heard of cosmetic dentistry, but what does that include? Sometimes oral problems need to be solved by performing cosmetic dentistry. This blog will discuss the top 5 procedures related to cosmetic dentistry. Veneers Veneers are used to cover chipped down, misshapen, or unevenly distributed teeth. They are usually made of porcelain, which is […]
Do you experience tooth pain while consuming hot and cold food or drinks? If so, you may have sensitive teeth. Living with sensitive teeth can be difficult, especially without treatment. This blog will explain the causes of sensitive teeth and also offer treatment suggestions. Causes Tooth decay Infection in tooth or gum A broken tooth […]
So, you got your wisdom teeth removed — now what? A common question that comes when getting wisdom teeth taken out is “how do I care for my mouth post-surgery?” The post-surgery oral care is an essential step in the wisdom teeth removal process. This blog will explain the steps to take once you get […]
In a fast-paced living environment, sometimes it is hard to maintain a successful dental routine. Getting a thorough clean can be difficult for on-the-go types of people.This blog will provide 7 easy ways to quickly improve your dental routine. Rinse with water before brushing: Rinsing thoroughly with water before brushing your teeth can loosen plaque […]
Are you thinking about switching up your dental routine but not sure how? While manual toothbrushes are more cost effective, brushing with an electric toothbrush is proven to give a deeper clean. Manual toothbrushes offer a classic clean but do not have a timer and require you to do more work. Electric brushes help clean […]
Getting a crown for my tooth used to take a couple visits and the crown didn’t feel like my original tooth. I was delighted to discover that 20/20 Dentistry can give me a far better crown in only one visit! This used to be a much longer process with other dentists. There would be one visit to make […]
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