20 June 2018
Halitosis is a word that dentists use to describe the condition of bad breath. While foods you eat can give you bad breath afterwards, halitosis is a condition that causes you to have bad breath all the time. If you struggle with this problem, you should talk to your dentist about it to find out what is causing it. Here are some of the top causes of halitosis. Smoking People who smoke are more likely to develop halitosis for many reasons.
22 May 2018
Once a tooth is missing, the loss negatively impacts the patient's oral and overall health. The empty space in the mouth can no longer transfer bite pressure to the bone of the jaw as the lost tooth once did. Thus, the jawbone does not receive the stimulation needed to produce enough bone cells at that site to maintain a healthy density. As the bone atrophies in that area, the facial structure may not receive the necessary support to remain full and youthful looking.
19 April 2018
If you're set to walk down the aisle in less than a week, you should spend the next few days pampering yourself and enhancing your natural beauty so that you'll look and feel your best for the big day. Because it's such a special moment, you're going to want to look your best and feel confident in your appearance while walking down the aisle, exchanging vows, and celebrating the nuptials with all your loved ones in attendance.
19 March 2018
There is no reason to feel guilty about enjoying a drink or two every now and again. However, if you are starting to notice that your number of alcoholic drinks are becoming more and more, then you should educate yourself on the ways these drinks can affect your oral health. Once you have a complete understanding of what the effects of drinking alcohol regularly can be, you may find you want to cut down or put extra care into your teeth in other ways.
23 February 2018
If you would like to get braces as an adult, but you want to avoid the whole "metal mouth adolescent" experience, you are probably considering Invisalign services. These invisible, removable braces are almost fun to wear, since no one else can tell that you are wearing them. However, these braces are best suited to certain patients. Check the following checklist to see if these braces are a good option for you.
18 January 2018
Are you having problems getting your child to brush his or her teeth? Has he or she had to have a cavity filled and still refuses to brush his or her teeth? Dental care can be a contentious topic between parents and children. A parent wants what's best for a child while the child isn't yet mature enough to fully appreciate the consequences of his or her actions or inactions. Because of this, it can be difficult to get your child to brush his or her teeth, especially as your child gets older.
21 December 2017
There are many myths and half-truths out there related to teeth whitening. If you are looking to whiten your smile, you may have heard some of these myths or you may even believe some of them. Learning about these myths can help you to learn the truth about teeth whitening and decide how to go about whitening your teeth. Here are three of the top myths related to teeth whitening and what you need to know about these myths.