Decades ago, the American Dental Association ran an ad campaign whose message was that the complete loss of all one’s teeth does not have to be an inevitable feature of growing old. It suggested that a lifetime of proper oral care and regular visits to the dentists will keep one’s teeth healthy for life. This…
Of all the fears that people have in life the fear of going to the dentist is probably among the most common. It is also among the most important fears that must at some point be conquered. The good news is that every dentist recognizes the apprehension and outright fear that many people have when…
Summer has finally arrived and brought with it a plethora of fruits that are just now coming into season. This includes fruits such as apricots, blackberries, limes, grapefruit, strawberries, etc. But what many people don’t realize is that although not as dangerous to dental health as candy and certain other foods, some of these fruits…
As we grow older, it becomes even more critical to take good care of your oral health. While some people may believe that losing your teeth is inevitable as you age, this isn’t true. If you care for your teeth properly, your teeth can remain healthy your entire life. But your mouth does change as…
When it comes to personal oral hygiene, many people focus primarily on their teeth. While brushing is a crucial step to keeping a healthy smile, brushing alone will not remove all the harmful bacteria in the mouth. Improper care for your tongue can result in loss of tastes to your taste buds or even a…
We’ve all heard it a million times before; brushing is only half the battle. Our dentists have been telling us our entire lives that flossing is just as important as brushing, but somehow so many of us think it’s OK to simply ignore that instruction. Some of us even pay for this deliberate neglect in cavities or…
If your eyes are the windows to your soul, then your mouth is the window to the general health of your entire body. A dentist can tell if you are suffering from any nutritional deficiencies, or if you have any general infections. There are several diseases that can affect your whole body and may be…
Many people don’t think they need to see a dentist, that is, until they’re experiencing tooth pain. Once you’ve reached the point where your tooth is throbbing in pain, there’s not much you can do to relieve the pressure on your own. It’s time to schedule a dental visit – fast. But if you don’t…
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