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What is Bruxism? Bruxism is the medical term for grinding and clenching your teeth. The problem with this is that over time this can wear away at the enamel of your teeth. This can make brushing your teeth harder since your teeth will likely be sensitive. Over time this can even lead to TMJ, and …
Editor’s Note: This blog post was originally published on 7/19/2019 and has been updated on 9/30/2021 I bet you didn’t realize that your tongue was an indicator of your personal health. It’s true! Our tongues’ colors, textures, and shapes can tell us important information about our bodies. They might even warn us about an underlying …
You’ve probably seen advertisements for in-home teeth whitening, or for dental teeth whitening. If you are not a child, then chances are you have noticed that your teeth can stain over time. So you probably are wondering how do you fix this issue? To answer this question, we are first going to talk about what …
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When you are on vacation it is easy to slip out of your normal routines. But it is important to take care of your teeth even when you are on vacation. If you follow of few of these simple tips then you’ll be able to keep your teeth healthy and enjoy your vacation at the …
Many people are nervous about dental procedures. This could be because of many different things, but often it is because people are afraid of some of the side effects of the procedures. But most of these are nothing to worry about and will go away quickly. However, sometimes there can be a side effect that …
We talk to hundreds of people each month, and we often hear people mention dental myths that aren’t true. So we thought it would be a good idea to highlight these, and debunk some myths!
Each year in the United States there are over 3 million cavities diagnosed. So you are not alone if you or your children have cavities. In fact, cavities are the number one reason kids miss school. 90% of all adults have a cavity at some point in their life. If you have visited the dentist …
Taking care of your mouth is important regardless of your age, but as we age there are extra issues that become more likely. There are issues like teeth loss, denture care, gum disease, and discoloration. We are going to cover some of the common issues that seniors experience with their oral health, and how to …
Did you know that there are many different types of dentists? You might have noticed on your last visit that the dentists have their credentials hanging on the wall and the dentist’s name will be followed by three different letters. These letters show what type of dentist they are. So we are going to explain …
Gum disease is one of the most common diseases in the United States. It is a disease that has many different negative effects and causes symptoms such as swollen or red gums. Your gums will also be much more likely to bleed. In the beginning, it is called gingivitis and is usually not painful. Gingivitis …