With consistently good dental hygiene and preventive dental care, most people can avoid common dental issues that could otherwise become serious. Even progressive issues like tooth decay and gum disease can be largely prevented or mitigated. However, there are times when prevention and good hygiene cannot prevent an emergency, such as sudden pain or structural […]
The thing about jaw dysfunctions is that they might hurt a lot, or they might just be slightly (but constantly) annoying. They might cause your jaw to click and pop when you open and close your mouth, or they might not. Regardless, issues like TMJ disorders can cause serious degradation in your jaw’s joints, and […]
At any moment, hundreds of types of oral bacteria live in your mouth, metabolizing nutrients and forming plaque to cling to your teeth. Therefore, part of a good hygiene routine is being careful with what you eat and how often to limit the damage that harmful bacteria can cause.
Even if your smile is the most beautiful one in the room, chronic bad breath (halitosis) can hinder your confidence. If you’re aware of it, then you might limit conversations with others and keep a more-than-respectable distance trying to avoid embarrassment. The good news is that bad breath always has a reason, and therefore, a […]
A chipped tooth can seem endearing, in some cases, or it may make your entire smile seem incomplete. In any case, the damage to your tooth structure won’t heal itself, and will in fact grow worse the longer it’s left untreated. The good news is that your dentist offers a number of different options for […]
When it comes to treating a cavity (a hole in your tooth caused by tooth decay), you have several things to consider. Because tooth decay is progressive, your treatment must stop it from spreading; because the cavity weakens and exposes your tooth, your treatment must also strengthen and protect it. The good news is that […]