MOST PEOPLE CLENCH or grind their teeth from time to time. However, if you’re doing so frequently—especially while you’re sleeping—you may be damaging your teeth. The Harmful Effects If you grind your teeth at night (also called bruxing), you may already be experiencing the most…
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SHOWING YOUR TEETH WHEN YOU SMILE makes a huge difference in your confidence and appearance. Beautiful teeth make us all feel more approachable, better prepared, accepting of others, younger, and more attractive. Studies even show that 70% of people believe that a beautiful smile…
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Cosmetic dentistry is a branch of medical science that aims at bringing a positive change to your teeth and to your smile. Usually, people think of teeth whitening or veneers when cosmetic dentistry comes into scene, but a cosmetic dentist…
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THE AMERICAN DENTAL ASSOCIATION STRONGLY SUGGESTS that we replace our toothbrushes every 3–4 months for maximum effectiveness. Know When To Say Goodbye Take a close look at your toothbrush bristles. Are they frayed? Smashed? Discolored? Kinda gross? It’s time for a new toothbrush.…
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It has been observed for the past several years that the number of people going through dental problems is rising. There may be any reason to it but the most prominent one is that people expose their teeth to sugary…
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WE KNOW that frequent snacking on processed, sugary foods isn’t kind to the waistline. But what about its effects on your oral health? As we eat, naturally occurring bacteria in our mouths feed on sugars. This produces acid. When acids…
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IT ISN’T ALWAYS ABOUT looking like a movie star or supermodel. It’s about feeling confident and comfortable with your healthy smile! Smiling’s Amazing Benefits You may not typically think about it this way, but your smile is powerful: Smiles can make you…
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MANY PEOPLE, AFTER COMPLETING orthodontic treatment, are fitted with a fixed retainer—a thin wire that’s bonded to the back of teeth, designed to help keep teeth straight and aligned. Fixed retainers can be great! You never have to worry about…
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HORMONAL CHANGES CAN AFFECT nearly every part of our bodies—including the mouth and gums. If you, or someone you love, is experiencing sore, swollen, extra pink or bleeding gums it may be a result of such changes. Studies show that changing hormones particularly affect women’s…
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ENTERTAINING THIS HOLIDAY SEASON? Throw a party that your guest’s teeth can appreciate too with some tooth-healthy tips. Consider Appetizers Light On Sugar And Starch Sugary, starchy snacks can contribute to tooth decay. Mix up your appetizers with some of these…
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EVER WONDERED HOW THE PRESSURE of the human bite stacks up against the bone-crushing pressure of a hyena bite? We may not have the power some creatures have—but the complexity and precision of the human bite is simply remarkable. Our Jaws And…
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FOR BOTH CHILDREN AND ADULTS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS, dental care can be challenging. In some cases, limited coordination can make brushing and flossing tricky. In other cases there may be less access to professional care. Some patients may experience high anxiety…
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THE LEGEND OF THE TOOTH FAIRY has been around for ages. But you may not recognize the winged pixie you know and love from these old traditions... Originally, Parents Hid Children’s Teeth Centuries ago in Europe, parents buried their child’s lost tooth in…
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TONGUES ARE REMARKABLE ENGINEERING WONDERS. They help us nourish ourselves and clean our teeth. They’re a vital part of our oral and whole body health. How do we keep them clean and healthy? Brush Your Tongue Daily Your tongue hosts up to…
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SOCIAL MEDIA HAS BECOME PART OF the fabric of our lives. But, we’re not using social media because it’s a trend... We use it to help us best serve you! Social Media Helps Our Practice: 1. Be Accessible Our in-office hours may be limited, but we’re…
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Cosmetic dentistry deals into dental work that is done over teeth in order to correct and improve their appearance. The field of cosmetic dentistry is certainly divided into many diverse sections as well. The people who have problems related to…
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MILLIONS OF CHILDREN TODAY aren’t receiving basic, recommended dental care designed to detect and prevent disease. In fact, various surveys conclude that over half of children and adolescents did not visit a dentist in the past year. Preventative Care For…
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ARE YOU GETTING ENOUGH CALCIUM? Think about your nutrition habits, and the habits of those you love and care for. Daily calcium intake is critical to great oral and whole body health. Adults Require 1,000 mg Per Day The most well-known…
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THERE ARE MORE BACTERIA IN YOUR MOUTH RIGHT THIS MINUTE than there are people on this planet. Thoughtful dental health is about SO much more than avoiding cavities. Preventative dental care is essential to an overall healthy lifestyle. Mouth Bacteria…
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LET’S TALK ABOUT TWO THINGS. First, the importance of wearing a mouthguard if you (or someone you care for) is involved in just about any type of sport. And second, the importance of maintaining that mouthguard. Mouthguards provide far more…
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New born babies are always born with white and sparkling teeth. But as soon as they age, you will find that people have little yellow or teeth full of stains. This is possible due to several reasons. Improper eating habits,…
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SOME PEOPLE ARE JUST LUCKY! They seem to look fantastic in every photograph! Naturally photogenic. For the rest of us… Well, sometimes we just don’t know what to do (or what to think about) when the camera comes out. Here are…
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HAVE YOU EVER accidentally bitten down on a little piece of aluminum foil? Have you experienced that quick zap of pain? That Jolt Is Called Galvanic Shock Perhaps a little piece of foil was clinging to the tortilla when you unwrapped your taco…
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You must have come across many people who suffer from yellow teeth and who do not have pure white looking teeth. This situation occurs only because people do not go for teeth whitening regularly. Actually, it is highly recommended by…
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HERE IT COMES! The season of ghosts, ghouls, witches, and, of course… candy! If you’re savvy about it, there’s no reason for your Halloween fun to come at the expense of your dental health. Rule 1: A Little Candy All At…
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What is pediatric dentistry all about? What do you understand by the term ‘pediatric dentistry’? This specific field of dentistry solely deals with children from birth till adolescence. Dublin, Powell in Ohio are well known for their pediatric dentistry services…
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ARE YOU A RUNNER? Or, do you know a runner? Here’s an important question to ask... “Does your training include specific consideration for your oral health?” Do those two things sound unrelated? There’re not. Read on! With Each Extra Training Hour, Decay…
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Health is certainly the most important factor of anyone’s personality. Similarly, teeth and smile is one area that attracts the most. This is why it is quite significant that people emphasis much on their smile and shape of their smiles.…
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A GROWING BODY OF RESEARCH linking periodontal disease and rheumatoid arthritis suggests that taking care of our teeth may also be a really good way to take care of our joints. Researchers found that porphyromonas gingivalis, the same bacteria primarily…
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AT FIRST GLANCE the title of this post may seem a little ambitious. We admit that. But we’re passionate about what we do and we hope you feel that each time you visit us. And in some small (yet very significant)…
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