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The 3 Top Causes for Tooth Sensitivity
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Sep. 18, 2018
Like other living tissue, your teeth can feel. Dentin, the layer below the enamel, houses fluid-filled conduits that transmit temperature or pressure sensations to a nerve network within the
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Category: Oral Health
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Not all Crowns are Alike - or Cost the Same
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Sep. 13, 2018
All crowns are designed to restore functionality to a damaged tooth. But crowns can differ from one another in their appearance, in the material they’re made from, and how
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Category: Dental Procedures
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See Your Dentist if You're Having one of These 3 Dental Problems
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Sep. 08, 2018
When things get unpleasant in your mouth, it’s most often related to some underlying cause. In fact, the discomfort you’re feeling is often a call to action to have
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Category: Oral Health
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Stop Gum Disease Before it Gets Started with Daily Oral Hygiene
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Sep. 03, 2018
While tooth decay seems to get most of the “media attention,” there’s another oral infection just as common and destructive: periodontal (gum) disease. In fact, nearly half of adults
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Category: Oral Health
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Take Years off Your Smile by Treating Age-Related Dental Problems
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Aug. 29, 2018
You may be able to slow the aging process with healthy habits but you can’t stop it. Every part of your body will change, including your teeth and gums.
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Category: Dental Procedures
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Why the Ointment You're Using Could be Making Your Facial Rash Worse
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Aug. 24, 2018
The red, scaly rash suddenly appearing on your face doesn’t cause you much physical discomfort, but it’s still embarrassing. And to make matters worse treating it as you would
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Category: Oral Health
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Keeping up Good Hygiene Still a Necessity with Dental Implants
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Aug. 19, 2018
Dental implants are widely considered the most durable tooth replacement option, thanks in part to how they attach to the jaw. But durable doesn't mean indestructible — you must
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Category: Oral Health
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4 Dental Care Areas to Keep in Mind for the Senior Adult in Your Life
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Aug. 14, 2018
Like many people, you might be caring for an elderly parent or family member. That care should include a focus on their teeth and gums — a healthy mouth
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Category: Oral Health
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10 Tips to Tame Bad Breath
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Aug. 09, 2018
National Fresh Breath Day is celebrated in August, but who doesn’t want fresh breath every day? Everyone has bad breath once in a while, so here are some tips
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Category: Oral Health
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Sleep Apnea Might be Robbing you of More than a Good Night's Sleep
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Aug. 04, 2018
Fatigue, a “foggy” mind, and irritability are all signs you’re not getting enough sleep—and neither might your sleeping partner from your continuous snoring. You might have a common form
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Category: Oral Health
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Custom Oral Appliances Could Help Stop Sleep Apnea
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Jul. 30, 2018
For millions of Americans, sleep apnea is a serious health condition. Not only can it impair your day-to-day living, you might be more susceptible to high blood pressure, heart
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Category: Oral Health
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NSAIDs for Pain Management is Safe - if Used Properly
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Jul. 25, 2018
Millions of Americans regularly use ibuprofen to manage minor pain and swelling. As with other fields in healthcare, the drug is a mainstay in dentistry especially for post-procedural discomfort.
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Category: Oral Health
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A "Silent" Disease Gets Recognition
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Jul. 20, 2018
Today, many people are taking positive steps to reduce the risks posed by major health problems like cancer, cardiopulmonary diseases, hypertension, and diabetes. But there’s one disease that makes
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Category: Oral Health
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Ready for Summer Camp? Be Sure to Pack a Toothbrush
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Jul. 15, 2018
Summer is the time for many children to experience the fun and freedom of sleepaway camp. Along with greater independence, camp brings increased responsibility for kids to take care
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Category: Oral Health
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Quitting Smoking can Improve the Health of Your Teeth and Gums
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Jul. 10, 2018
While cigarette smoking has been linked with lung cancer and heart disease, it, can also contribute to dental disease. You can reduce these risks by doing one thing —
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Category: Oral Health
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Paying Attention to Certain Factors Helps Ensure Successful Implant Outcomes
Author:
Anonymous
updated: Jul. 05, 2018
Implants are highly regarded by both dentists and patients for their versatility and durability. But it’s their life-like appearance that “seals the deal” as the restoration of choice —
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Category: Dental Procedures