You probably grew up hearing your parents tell you that too much sugar is bad for your teeth and now you're repeating the same message to your own children. Like many Americans, however, you may not have stopped to wonder what it is about sugar that damages teeth. The damage typically doesn't happen while indulging [...]
Many people who grind their teeth are unaware that they have developed this habit. While this often occurs as an unconscious reaction to stress, it is especially common for teeth grinding to occur while sleeping. You may wake up with a sore mouth or jaws frequently and not realize what causes it until your dentist [...]
Fillings can last for decades, but like everything else, they eventually require replacement. You might think it would be obvious when you have a broken filling but that isn’t always the case. In this blog, we outline five signs that could indicate a filling has broken or become worn beyond repair. Increased Pressure on the [...]
Did you know that you can tell a lot about your oral health by inspecting your tongue? For example, a white coating on your tongue could indicate that you have oral thrush. Your tongue should appear a healthy pink color but could become coated in white film due to an overgrowth of yeast in your [...]
Teeth naturally lose color over time, changing from bright white to more of a dullish yellow or brown color. Your teeth can also become stained if you have certain habits. We discuss the most common causes of tooth staining and remedies for it below. Lifestyle Habits That Increase Tooth Discoloration Smoking is one of the [...]
The wisdom teeth, or third set of molars, erupt in the late teens or early twenties for most people. Unfortunately, a lack of space on the back jaw means you need the wisdom teeth removed before they cause extensive damage. It’s only on rare occasions that they grow in properly aligned and have adequate gum [...]