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Dental Health

16 Oct 2016

All your life you have probably heard that eating candy damages teeth. However, while foods high in sugar may promote the formation of cavities, sugar is not the actual culprit behind tooth decay. Candy cavities are formed when the naturally occurring bacteria formed in the mouth digests carbohydrate debris left in the mouth after food is consumed. The debris may include the refined sugars found...

23 Sep 2016

Canker sores are a common oral health condition that can have many causes. If you’ve never had a canker sore before, these painful lesions can have you running to the dentist asking, “what are canker sores?” While they are definitely uncomfortable, the good news is that most clear up on their own and are preventable with some simple self-care strategies. How Did This Happen? The reasons for...

26 Aug 2016

The human teeth primary function is to break down food in preparation for swallowing and eventual digestion. The human teeth are of four types that include incisors, canines, molars and premolars. Tooth facts dictate that every type of teeth perform its function. The primary duty of the incisors is to cut food. Canines shred the food while the molars and the premolars crush the food. According...

25 Aug 2016

Every year, thousands of people suffer from jaw pain. In many cases, this pain is temporary but some suffer for months without finding relief. While there are many different causes of jaw pain, many people suffer from a condition known as TMJ. But what is TMJ? Here are some things you should know about this condition and how to deal with it. What Is TMJ? TMJ stands...

29 Jul 2016

Tooth flossing is one of those necessary evils that many people neglect and then wonder why certain issues emerge. Statistic Brain says that 18.5 percent of Americans do not use floss at all. Only 50 percent of the American populous uses floss every day. The halitosis study that the Council of Scientific Affairs conducted revealed that 50 percent of Americans have bad breath. Do you feel...

22 Jul 2016

Ask for a raise of hands in a crowded room to the question, "Who wants dental plaque and tartar?" and you're sure to get a less than positive response. We all know that these two things are negative signs of dental health, but what exactly are plaque and tartar, and how are they best treated? What is teeth plaque? Dental plaque is the soft, sticky film that...

19 Jul 2016

For those who suffer from dental anxiety, an ordinary cleaning can be a nightmare inducing event. A gentle doctor and their caring staff can go a long way to reducing your fears. With a bit of planning and some time for sedation, you can have a relaxed and enjoyable visit. There are a few things that you as the patient can do to prepare. If it...

17 Jul 2016

Most people would probably tell you right away that sugar and tooth decay are related directly, and that sugar is horrible for your teeth. While eating too much sugar and tooth decay certainly have been linked, it is a myth that sugar itself is actually bad for teeth. The surprising truth of the matter is that sugar is only the first step in the decay of...

24 Jun 2016

When people have a toothache, they will often have some form of pain. One of the pieces of advice people may receive to deal with a toothache is by placing an aspirin on or beside the tooth. The truth is, the aspiring doesn’t work to help with the pain. What happens is the person will usually receive a white, chemical burn from placing the aspirin on...

17 Jun 2016

Most people would probably tell you right away that sugar and tooth decay are related directly, and that sugar is horrible for your teeth. While eating too much sugar and tooth decay certainly have been linked, it is a myth that sugar itself is actually bad for teeth. The surprising truth of the matter is that sugar is only the first step in the decay of...