Modern diets and eating habits increase the exposure of the tooth enamel to dietary acid – Acid erosion is a leading contributor to tooth wear. “50% of US dental professionals reports seeing and increase in acid erosion compared to 5 years ago” The following chart list the pH of some foods and drinks. This information is important as […]
There are many advantages to dental implants, including:Improved appearance. Dental implants look and feel like your own teeth. And because they are designed to fuse with bone, they become permanent.Improved speech. With poor-fitting dentures, the teeth can slip within the mouth causing you to mumble or slur your words. Dental implants allow you to speak without the worry that […]
The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) acts like a sliding hinge, connecting your jawbone to your skull. You have one joint on each side of your jaw. TMJ disorders — a type of temporomandibular disorder or TMD — can cause pain in your jaw joint and in the muscles that control jaw movement. The exact cause of a person’s […]
Many people hate flossing. Why? Well, for some people, taking out a piece of floss, wrapping it around their index and middle fingers, placing it between two teeth, and then moving it to remove food or dental plaque can be too much of a process. There are easier options to clean between the teeth like […]
First, Explain How Botox® WorksThe best way to explain is “Botox® works as a shield between the brain and the muscle so that, even if your brain is telling a muscle to move, the muscle will stay still.”Here are some good examples to use. #1: Treat a Drooping BrowAlso called “Brow Ptosis,” drooping brow can cause patients […]
What are Dental Crowns and Tooth Bridges?Both crowns and most bridges are fixed prosthetic devices. Unlike removable devices such as dentures, which you can take out and clean daily, crowns and bridges are cemented onto existing teeth or implants, and can only be removed by a dentist. How do Crowns Work?A crown is used to entirely […]
How important is flossing? According to the Academy of General Dentistry, flossing is the single most important weapon against plaque. Floss removes plaque and debris that sticks to teeth and gums in between teeth, polishes tooth surfaces, and controls bad breath. By flossing your teeth daily, you increase the chance of keeping them for a lifetime […]
This summer, stay hydrated and healthy. But think carefully when you choose your beverage – some drinks can increase your risk of tooth decay.Drink waterKeep your mouth moist by drinking water throughout the day. This helps wash away plaque-causing bacteria and can even improve your breath.Choose tapFluoridated tap water strengthens your enamel, making your teeth more resistant […]
While tooth decay is often the primary cause of a toothache, it’s important for you to have a complete oral examination to determine the cause. Other causes of a toothache can include the following:TMJ/TMD (Temporomandibular Joint Disorder), sinus or ear infections, and tension in the facial muscles can cause discomfort that resembles a toothache, but […]
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