There is a direct relationship between your heart health and your oral health — and maintaining proper oral hygiene is key to staying healthy. Here are some important facts to consider: Heart [...]
For many people, the new year means that your benefit plan has reset, or a new insurance plan has begun. Understanding what your insurance company covers can be difficult because dental offices [...]
Your temporomandibular joint is TMJ. TMJ is a hinge that allows us to move our jaw up and down, side to side, and back and forth. TMD is TMJ disorder. TMJ disorder is common in 15% of adults [...]
My gums bleed, is this normal? The simple answer is no! It is not normal if your gums bleed. Bleeding is a sign that your gums are unhealthy. Is it because I brushed too hard before coming to see [...]
Dental fear, also called dental phobia, odontophobia, dentophobia, and dental anxiety affects 20% of the population. Causes of dental anxiety may include a negative experience as a child, the [...]
Can I go to the dentist when I’m pregnant? Yes. It is important that cavities be treated to reduce the risk of infection. Hormonal changes can cause gums to become red, swollen, tender [...]
What is a tongue scraper ? A tongue scraper is a long, thin, flat , flexible piece of plastic or metal that can be bent into a ‘U’ shape to clean the surface of the tongue. How do you use a [...]
Brushing alone misses 75% of your mouth which raises the question, should I use a mouth rinse? Mouth rinses are used for a variety of reasons such as to reduce plaque, freshen breath, reduce [...]
1. Floss once a day You don’t necessarily need to floss multiple times a day. It’s about quality and not quantity. One thorough flossing session a day is going to make all the difference with [...]
A great smile starts at home! It’s important to develop strong dental care habits to prevent complications from arising. Here are a few tips to follow to ensure your pearly whites stay healthy [...]
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