To those of you that are always on top of your oral health routine we applaud you. Our office would like to make some suggestions for your after-meal routine. Brushing and flossing after a meal can definitely be good for your mouth. It's picking the right time to brush to be most effective that some...
Taking good care of your teeth isn't just about having a killer smile and looking good; it could literally save you from cancer. A study by the Lancet Oncology found that men who have a history of gum disease face a higher risk of getting cancer than those who don't. The study was done on...
When getting veneers one of the key factors to take into consideration is the health of your gums. When veneer teeth are put on you still need to practice good oral care or it can cause issues with your gums that are much more difficult to resolve compared to your original teeth. Your gums play...
When your teeth become sensitive to hot and cold foods, it's important to understand what's causing it. Sweet and sour foods are a common trigger behind sensitive teeth. Understanding this will help you find a solution to your tooth sensitivity. Why Your Teeth may be Sensitive to Sugar It's actually quite common for someone to...
If you've been under a lot of stress lately, you may have noticed that you've been clenching your jaw more often than normal. If you're clenching your teeth a lot, you may also be grinding them at night. That means you're dealing with bruxism, a type of stress outlet that can greatly damage your teeth....
Making sure you are hydrated is important for your body and for your oral health. Your body needs water to do its job and your oral cavity needs water to do its job. So, what does your oral health have to do with being hydrated? We can tell you in one word; saliva. Saliva is...
You may find the idea of eating seaweed fairly gross, but there are a few different reasons why consuming this type of algae is actually really good for you. Seaweed comes in a number of different forms, so it's not like you're pulling it directly out of the ocean and putting it on your plate....
When you practice good oral health, you receive many benefits. Your breath smells better, your teeth are whiter, your gums are healthy, and you simply feel better about yourself. What many of our patients don't realize is that bad oral health can also contribute to your general health. This is particularly rued if you are...
If you’re like us, you’re always looking for ways to improve your oral health. You brush your teeth twice a day, every day. You floss. You go to your dentist twice a year for checkups, and you make sure that you are eating properly. You drink plenty of water as well. So what else could...
Do you regularly snack? If so, then you may want to make sure you are eating as healthy of snacks as possible. Snacks not only add to your daily calorie count, but they also add to the nutritional possibilities your body gets each day. If you pick healthy snacks, it gives your body the ability...