Wisdom teeth are a sign that our mouths are constantly evolving throughout our lifetimes. But what are these strange teeth that don’t typically sprout from our gums until between the ages of 17 and 21? Wisdom teeth are a third molar, which comes into our mouths later in life. That’s also the reason for the… Read More »
It’s time for the holidays! The holidays are a time for friends and family, and also food. It’s also the time of year during which your dentist most worries about your dental health. Consider what’s the norm in December, consider all those plates of cookies someone brings in to share at work, or the gift… Read More »
It’s the time of year to be thankful, so let’s take the time to be thankful for our oral health! It’s not something you realize you should be thankful for until you’ve lost it. So let us remember, this Thanksgiving, to keep brushing your teeth twice daily, and flossing once. Remember to drink plenty of… Read More »
Cavities are most often found before there are any symptoms, because, for quality dental health, everyone should visit the dentist for a checkup and a cleaning twice yearly. However, cavities can also form in the interim and be symptomatic. The signs and symptoms of a cavity will vary by location. However, some symptoms can occur… Read More »
Quality oral care should begin when a child is very young (it’s good practice to scrub a baby’s gums even before teeth have sprouted, as bacteria can still accumulate on the gums). Remember that it’s important for your child to get regular checkups, twice yearly. Bring them for regular checkups with you. A child that’s… Read More »
It’s natural for a child to suck on its thumb or on a pacifier. It’s a comforting reflex for children, one that originates shortly after their first breaths of life. As the child gets older, this reflex will most likely carry through to times at nap, or any other time during which the child needs… Read More »
Consider these symptoms of tooth pain. You bite down and there’s a searing pain in your tooth that radiates into your jaw. The pain is intense and doesn’t seem to be localized to any particular area. It hurts to chew or to bite, however, when you stop chewing or biting, the pain is instantly gone. … Read More »
Fluoride is a natural cavity fighter. It helps resist cavities by helping the enamel to be more resistant to acids, and acids cause tooth decay. Most dentists recommend some type of fluoride toothpaste for both adults and children (although a child who is under the age of three, or a child who is unable to… Read More »
When we think of food that is bad for our oral health, we often think of sweets and candies. It’s true, excess sugars do contribute to poor oral health. But did you know that many other foods, if eaten too frequently or at inappropriate times, can be detrimental to our oral health. The oral health… Read More »
According to Billing Best Dentist, saliva is important; it washes away food and bacteria from our teeth and gums. Without saliva our mouths develop cavities quickly, and, also, if left unchecked for a period of time, could result in periodontal disease. Obviously dry mouth is common, nerves or exercise, even dry air can have our… Read More »