When the baby teeth erupt through the gum tissue, the process is known as teething. Every baby’s experience is different, and the same baby might react very differently depending on which tooth is erupting. Every once in a while, a new tooth might come in without much reaction from your baby at all. In general,… Read more »
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7 Ways to Protect Your Teeth
Your teeth are protected by their hard outer enamel shell. However, this enamel can become worn down and decayed over time if you do not take proactive steps to keep it strong and healthy. Once the enamel is compromised, bacteria can reach the delicate inner structures of the teeth, causing pain and infection. Here are… Read more »
Taking Care of Your Oral Hygiene with Braces
Having new braces placed can be exciting, but also frustrating. You are probably eager to start the process of improving your smile, but worried about how you will manage day to day life. Taking care of your oral hygiene with braces presents some unique challenges, but with a bit of practice, you will become an… Read more »
Preventing Baby Bottle Tooth Decay
Tooth decay in babies and toddlers, also known as baby bottle tooth decay, is the most common disease in children in the United States. An estimated 44 percent of 5-year-old children have experienced some amount of tooth decay, and it is most common in families of lower socioeconomic status. Fortunately, it is fairly easy to… Read more »
How to Get a More Photogenic Smile
Thanks to smart phones, selfies and other photos are just a part of daily life. Yet a lot of people don’t like how they look in photos, and many of them blame their smiles. Thankfully, you don’t need to be a model or celebrity to show a photogenic smile each and every time. Here are… Read more »
Pros and Cons of Adult Braces
Although braces are traditionally associated with teenagers, adults may need teeth straightening for a variety of reasons. Perhaps your parents couldn’t afford braces or thought you didn’t need them. Maybe your teeth came in reasonably straight but then shifted due to trauma or wear. Perhaps your teeth are more or less straight, but you would… Read more »
The Truth Behind Common Fluoride Myths
Fluoride is a natural mineral with a strong ability to lower the risk for cavities. It has been added to municipal water supplies since 1945, and is frequently found in toothpastes and prescription formulations. Yet ever since fluoride was first used, it has been the subject of myths and half-truths, many of which have found… Read more »
Teeth Grinding: What You Need to Know
Bruxism, or teeth grinding, is surprisingly common. It can wreak havoc on your teeth and cause a variety of painful symptoms. Bruxism often happens during sleep, as well as when concentrating on a task or lifting something heavy. Some people don’t realize that they are grinding their teeth, while others are acutely aware. Regardless, here… Read more »