Is It Possible to Whiten Teeth Naturally?

Is It Possible to Whiten Teeth Naturally?

Who doesn’t love the look of a gleaming smile? Healthy white teeth are an excellent way to improve your self-esteem and confidence. However, as we age and continue to expose our teeth to various foods, drinks, and other substances, they may begin to discolor. The best...
What To Expect If You Haven’t Visited the Dentist for Years

What To Expect If You Haven’t Visited the Dentist for Years

Life is an endless round of appointments, work, friend and family obligations, and sleep. Amidst the cycle, it can be difficult to keep up with everything we have to do, and often, small but important things may fall by the wayside—including regular dental checks....
Can You Restore Chipped Tooth Enamel?

Can You Restore Chipped Tooth Enamel?

Tooth enamel is one of the hardest substances in the human body, but it’s still possible to end up with a chipped tooth. Biting down on the wrong food, taking a blow to the mouth in a contact sport, and countless other instances can cause chips in tooth enamel....
Are You Flossing Wrong?

Are You Flossing Wrong?

Flossing seems simple enough. All you need to do is slide a piece of string between your teeth and remove any plaque, food, and gunk from those tough-to-reach spaces. Unfortunately, many people have trouble getting the most out of their flossing routine. If you’re...
Why Does My Child Have Stinky Breath?

Why Does My Child Have Stinky Breath?

When your child runs to you excited to tell you about their latest adventure and the first thing you notice is the odor on their breath, you may wonder how someone so cute can smell so badly. Like so many other parents, you value good oral hygiene and strive to teach...
Will My Children Inherit Poor Oral Health from Me?

Will My Children Inherit Poor Oral Health from Me?

It is impossible to know what life holds for every child, especially when it comes to inheriting traits from mom and dad. While we understand how genes influence features like eye color, height, and hair color, we cannot explain why some characteristics appear to run...
What You Should Know About Getting Dental Implants

What You Should Know About Getting Dental Implants

If you are missing teeth due to infection, injury or disease, you know that an incomplete smile can make you self-conscious. You may be reluctant to smile at coworkers and friends or shy away from pictures. There is no need to keep hiding, though. In many cases,...
Should I Worry if My Baby’s Teeth are Crooked?

Should I Worry if My Baby’s Teeth are Crooked?

The eruption of a baby’s first tooth is an exciting time in the life of a parent. Over the coming months, several more teeth will appear, giving your little one a darling toothy grin. However, excitement can quickly turn to concern if the teeth aren’t lining up quite...
Does My Dentist Really Need to Know My Health History?

Does My Dentist Really Need to Know My Health History?

It may seem that everywhere you go, receptionists are handing out forms – consent forms, release forms, insurance forms, and health history forms. While it may be obvious why a heart surgeon needs to know about all about you and the medications you take, it can be...
5 Ways Drinking Water Protects Your Teeth

5 Ways Drinking Water Protects Your Teeth

The health benefits of drinking water throughout the day are widely known. Because the human body is mostly composed of water (i.e., about 60%), we need water to replenish the moisture lost through the lungs, skin, and digestive system. Water helps the body carry...