Jun 11, 2016 | Dental Health, Dental Hygiene, latest news
Tooth decay is the destruction of your tooth enamel, the hard, outer layer of your teeth. It can be a problem for children, teens and adults. Plaque, a sticky film of bacteria, constantly forms on your teeth. When you eat or drink foods containing sugars, the bacteria...
Jun 4, 2016 | Dental Health, Dental Hygiene, latest news, Pediatric
1. Schedule an oral health risk assessment The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry advised parents to schedule an appointment with the child’s primary physician to determine the baby’s risk of developing oral maladies. During this visit, the doctor...
May 15, 2016 | Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Health, Dental Hygiene, latest news, Whitening
While celebrities and models may sport pearly white teeth, the smiles of most people are a tad duller. But this shouldn’t be too surprising: A number of different things can affect the color of your teeth and turn them that dreaded yellow hue. Most causes of...
May 15, 2016 | Dental Health, Dental Hygiene, latest news
Periodontal Disease: Causes and Prevention What Is Periodontal Disease? If your hands bled when you washed them, you would be concerned. Yet, many people think it’s normal if their gums bleed when they brush or floss. In a 1999 study, researchers at the U.S....
May 11, 2016 | Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Health, Dental Hygiene, latest news
Top 10 Most Asked Questions While Visiting The Dentist 1. How Can I Improve the Whiteness of My Teeth? A beautiful smile showing clean, white teeth gives a tremendous boost to your confidence. Most people experience some discoloration of teeth over the years,...
May 9, 2016 | Dental Health, Dental Hygiene, latest news
Mouth rinses are used for a variety of reasons: to freshen breath, to help prevent or control tooth decay, to reduce plaque (a thin film of bacteria that forms on teeth), to prevent or reduce gingivitis (an early stage of gum disease), to reduce the speed that tartar...