Trips to the dentist mostly center around the health of your teeth. If you’re worried about your visit, it’s probably because you know you have some cavities and you haven’t been taking care of your teeth as well as you should. While the long-term health of your teeth is of utmost importance, it’s not the […]
Have You Had an Oral Cancer Screening?
Oral health is an ongoing process. When you stay ahead of the game, you’re less likely to run into problems down the line. Waiting until you have a severe condition is never good from a financial or health consideration. There are few health conditions quite like cancer. Most cancers are very serious, but many of […]
Look Your Best in This Year’s Christmas Card
The holidays are here, which means family time, good food, and the Christmas card photo shoot. If you have control of your own destiny when it comes to the family Christmas card photo (some parents just pick a photo of kids at random!), you’ll want to take advantage by looking your best. You don’t want […]
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Why Are Dental X-rays Important?
Everyone wants to take care of their teeth. The better you treat your teeth, the longer they will last, and the easier your life will be. If you stay up on your dental health, you probably brush your teeth, floss, and use fluoride treatments consistently. During your regular visits to the dentist, you probably even […]
What Qualifies as a Dental Emergency?
Many people live with tooth pain or discomfort for a long time before addressing the issue. It can be embarrassing or overwhelming to visit the dentist if you haven’t done so for a long time, but getting problems resolved earlier is always better. Sometimes you face a problem that needs immediate attention — a dental […]
4 Signs You May Need a Root Canal
A root canal is one of the most dreaded dental procedures of all. It’s often the reference made when a character has to go in for dental work. Your gums and the roots of your teeth are especially sensitive, so it makes sense that a root canal would be tough. However, if you need it, […]
Your Cavity Needs a Filling
Anyone can fall behind when it comes to their dental health. Maybe you forget to brush or you don’t floss as often as you should. Over time, a little negligence can really add up. It most often does so in the form of a cavity. Cavities are concentrated areas of decay on your teeth. If […]
Tooth Decay Is a Halloween Scare to Avoid
There are plenty of frightening haunts that come with the Halloween season. Ghosts, ghouls, and skeletons all appear outside homes and inside retail stores. You may even see some spooky costumes on your doorstep asking the eve of Halloween. Most of Halloween’s haunting aesthetic is part of the fun. However, there’s one scare that you […]
What Causes Tooth Sensitivity?
If you have sensitive teeth, you know the game: you have to closely monitor what you eat. Anything too hot, too cold, or too crunchy and your meal will be ruined. It’s no fun to miss out on the foods you love just because your teeth can’t handle the experience. What causes tooth sensitivity? There […]
Oral Health Is a Year-Round Responsibility
If you’re on top of your oral health game, you probably see the dentist twice yearly for a cleaning and checkup. That’s great! Your dentist can take a look at your teeth and gums and call attention to any problem areas. A cleaning can remove plaque and tartar buildup, and you’ll leave the office with […]
