Does it really make a difference what kind of toothbrush you use, as long as you brush your teeth? Of course, brushing your teeth with either an electric toothbrush or a manual toothbrush is better than not brushing at all, but electric toothbrushes really do have some advantages over manual brushes. Read on for some reasons …
It can be a little worrisome if you are brushing your teeth one day and suddenly notice that your gums seem to be dipping down more than they used to. Why are you suddenly seeing more tooth than you used to? Is gum recession something you should be worried about? Is it something you should see your …
With the cold winter weather, a nice, hot cup of cocoa sounds pretty good – unless your teeth have been sensitive lately. Some suffer with hot beverages, some suffer with cold, and some suffer with both. But why do teeth get sensitive, and is this something you should be concerned about? Is this something your dentist can …
X-rays use radiation to give your doctor or dentist a look inside your body, and are very commonly used. However, just the thought of radiation is enough to make some people question having x-rays done. Is it safe to have even one x-ray? Are they really even necessary when you are at the dentist’s office …
It can be a little shocking and probably a bit worrying – one day you are flossing and see an ugly black spot on your gums that you didn’t notice before. Is this something you should make an appointment with your dentist about? Read on for some information about what this spot probably is and …
If you have kids, you probably spend a lot of time reminding them to brush and floss, and then making sure they do it right, all while stressing to them how important it is to develop good habits to take care of their teeth. But what about you? It is just as important for adults …
Piercings are becoming more and more common, and it’s not just ears anymore. Now it’s noses, stomachs, and even oral piercings. Oral piercings, in the cheek, lip, or tongue, are now very popular – but having an oral piercing and caring about your oral health are not two mutually exclusive things. Here are some things …
Summer is here, and your kids are anxious to get out there and enjoy the good weather and the sunshine. If some of the fun includes being a part of a sports team, you’ll want to be prepared in case of an emergency. There are steps you can take to help protect your kids’ teeth …
Do root canals hurt? You may think this is a dumb question – after all, root canals are famous for how painful they are and how people will do anything to avoid them. Let’s take a look at root canals, what they are, how important they are to your oral health, and if they deserve …
When you find out you are pregnant, your whole life changes – everything that is not baby-related is pushed aside. However, it is very important to stay healthy at this time, and that includes keeping your mouth healthy, too! Here are some very good reasons why you shouldn’t skip that visit to the dentist. It …
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