6 Signs It’s Time to See Your Dentist
Let’s face it, few people relish the idea of going to the dentist. Yet most know their twice-yearly visits are an important part of maintaining their dental and overall health. There are times, though, when you just can’t wait between those regular visits. Here are the top six indications you should contact your dentist immediately. You […]
How Winter Affects Your Oral Health
And here you thought that dry skin, stiff joints, and cold and flu season were the big winter weather health hazards. One additional hazard that doesn’t get nearly the attention of the aforementioned is your mouth. That’s right, your mouth – and we’re not just talking about chapped lips. This post will take a closer […]
How Technology Improves Your Dental Visits
It’s difficult to deny the positive impact technological advances have had on the medical and dental industries. Specifically, when it comes to the dental industry, materials are being made stronger and longer-lasting, which leads to more effective treatments. And procedures have been optimized to become faster, more comfortable for the patient and more effective overall. […]
Anesthesia and Sedation During Dental Procedures: Are They Safe?
While seeing the dentist at least once every six months is an essential and key aspect to good oral health care, it goes without saying that people approach visits in different ways. In other words, while a visit to the dentist might not be a big deal to one person, it can invoke anxiety and […]
Treatment Options for Sensitive Teeth
Do you routinely experience tooth pain after certain activities? If so, then it’s likely that you have sensitive teeth. Sensitive teeth commonly result from worn down tooth enamel. This enamel serves as the protective shell of your teeth. With worn enamel, eating hot or cold foods, taking a deep breath of cold air and brushing your teeth […]
Cavities & Other Top Causes of Toothaches
Toothaches are never a welcomed thing. At the very least they’re uncomfortable, but severe toothaches can be downright debilitating. The good news is that a lot of toothaches are only temporary. However, if you’re suffering from a toothache for more than one to two days and it’s not getting any better, we strongly recommend getting […]
How Dentists Help With Sleep Apnea
It is estimated that more than 20 million Americans suffer from sleep apnea, a sleep disorder that’s characterized by repeated lapses in breathing as an individual sleeps. Sleep apnea ranges in severity, from moderate to severe obstruction of the airway. While the disorder is very treatable, the treatment that an individual seeks is largely going to […]
What Are the Side Effects of Using CPAP Machines?
While the CPAP (Continuous Positive Airway Pressure) machine is an effective device for treating sleep apnea, it doesn’t come without its issues and side effects. For starters, there’s the potential discomfort and adjustments necessary when wearing the mask as you sleep. But there’s one significant side effect that can be uncomfortable and embarrassing, and that’s aerophagia, which means air […]
How to Protect Your Teeth During Sports Activities
Playing organized sports are a great way for children to stay active, learn about teamwork and have fun, but no sport comes without some sort of risk. This is especially true when it comes to contact sports, like hockey and football. However, even baseball, basketball, soccer and other sports traditionally characterized as “non-contact” do have situations […]
What Causes Dry Mouth?
For one reason or another, everyone’s mouth is likely to feel dry on occasion. But if dry mouth becomes a routine or ongoing issue with you, then that’s a problem. Dry mouth occurs when there isn’t enough saliva being produced. The signs and symptoms include the likes of cracked lips, chewing issues, trouble speaking, bad breath, mouth […]
