Oral Health Tips

When you sit in the dentist’s chair for a routine cleaning, you might expect the conversation to stay focused on the surface level — cavities, whitening, or perhaps the occasional wisdom tooth.  However, modern medical science has revealed a startling truth that changes the way we look at oral care: your mouth is not an…

Your smile is the first thing people notice about you, and how you feel about it affects your confidence, or even how often you feel comfortable flashing a grin. Smiling is good for your health, too. It lowers your stress levels, boosts your immune system, and can help your heart by lowering blood pressure. It’s important…

Like going to your high school prom or getting your driver’s license, wisdom tooth extraction is a rite of passage for many people, especially teens. Although not everyone develops wisdom teeth, those who do will typically see them come in between the ages of 17-21. And it’s typically better to have them taken out before…

An overbite is a common dental health issue — about 22% of people have an overbite. An overbite is when your front teeth jut out over your bottom teeth. When your mouth is closed, most people’s top teeth rest slightly in front of their bottom teeth. A 10 to 20% overlap is considered normal. If your…

It may not seem like it, but teeth are living, changing parts of your body. Your teeth are made up of living tissue that’s impacted by how you take care of your teeth, what you eat and drink, and the genes handed down from your parents. Just like any other part of your body, your…

When it comes to your dental hygiene, the old saying is true: it’s easier to prevent problems than treat them. And preventing decay, cavities, and other dental issues before they happen is better than treating them, as it saves you time and money in the long run.  Brushing twice a day with an electric toothbrush…

Your smile can create many opportunities — whether you’re trying to make your best impression at a job interview or start new relationships. Your dental hygiene can determine a lot about the health of your smile. But did you know it can also affect your eyes? Recent studies have shown a significant link between the…

April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month, and dental professionals everywhere are encouraging their patients to be aware of the signs and risk factors.  Your smile can open many doors for you. It invites people in, affects the first impression you make, and expresses how you feel. You may go to the dentist to keep your…

  Have you ever woken up with a sore jaw, experienced frequent tension headaches, or noticed your teeth wearing down? If so, you may be one of many people who have bruxism, or grinding and clenching your teeth. Though it’s normal to grind your teeth occasionally due to stress, frequent grinding can cause serious issues…