If you are reading this, you probably know that sugar is bad for your teeth. Sugar buildup on the teeth promotes growth of bacteria and plaque, which can turn into tartar. Bacterial buildup can also lead to gum and tissue … Continue reading
If you are reading this, you probably know that sugar is bad for your teeth. Sugar buildup on the teeth promotes growth of bacteria and plaque, which can turn into tartar. Bacterial buildup can also lead to gum and tissue … Continue reading
Once formed, cavities will require professional treatment from a dentist. However, there are plenty of ways that you can stop or slow cavity formation at home. Some methods are ancient, some are newer, but all can help you maintain your … Continue reading
Running your own dental practice comes with many benefits, and many challenges. One of those challenges is not unique to dentistry at all, but is fact a challenge for any company: keeping a positive company culture. Every business has the … Continue reading
Mouth health is holistic. And mouth health can certainly affect the entire body. We’ve long known that oral bacteria can be a cause of heart disease. Well, oral bacteria can also slow and hurt your body’s immune system response to … Continue reading
For years, scientists have tried to predict from childhood experiences mental disorders that may affect an adult. Typically, predicting such disorders is done through a direct study of the child’s brain or current psychological status. There is new evidence now, … Continue reading
What are TMJ disorders? TMJ disorders are problems with the bones and muscles of the jaw. They refer to the temporomandibular joint. This is the joint that connects your jaw bone with the skull. The muscle groups involved in the … Continue reading
How do we get cold sores? Cold sores are are caused by the Herpes simplex virus (HSV). The virus is highly contagious, so it spreads easily. It is spread by mouth to mouth contact with someone carrying HSV. It can … Continue reading
If you or anyone else has had cancer, you’ve probably been told about the increased risk of fungal infection during treatment. Chemotherapy and cancer medications lower your immune system’s response to various other diseases and infections. Fungal infections are no … Continue reading
According to the CDC, about 48% of adults aged 20-64 have all of their permanent teeth. That is to say, 52% of adults are missing at least one tooth. At ages 20-39, 66.7 % of adults still have all of … Continue reading
What is gingivitis? Gingivitis is a milder form of periodontitis, or gum disease. It causes swelling, irritation, and redness in the area of the gums around the teeth, called the gingiva. Untreated, gingivitis can lead to tooth loss and damage … Continue reading
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