Posts Tagged ‘tooth decay’
Root Canal Treatment – Causes, Procedures & Comfort
Root canals are not the anxiety-provoking treatment you may imagine them to be. With the technology and tools available in dentistry today, this procedure is a successful way to alleviate the pain caused by root damage. Getting To The Root Of The Problem We all have heard about root canals and may have even had…
Read MoreGood Nutrition Supports Good Dental Health
Good nutrition is so important as it’s always the right time to eat healthy. What we choose to eat and drink affects all aspects of our wellbeing. Outside of concerns about enjoying too much sugar, we may not often think about how our daily diet affects our dental health. Here are some great tips on what…
Read MoreBrush Your… Tongue? Your Dental Health Will Thank You!
Oral health is more than just brushing, flossing, and general care for your teeth. Just like we check your tongue and your whole mouth for signs of any changes when you come in for a check-up, you too can do your best to keep your whole mouth healthy by adding another simple step to your…
Read MoreTeeth – They Are What You Eat
How are those New Year’s resolutions going? January is a great time to renew commitments to your health. From exercising more, getting more sleep, and eating right, there are so many ways to support your wellbeing. It’s important to remember that what we eat not only promotes a healthy weight and provides energy for us…
Read MoreSticky, Crunchy & Sweet – What To Do So Holiday Treats Don’t Damage Your Teeth
Christmas cookies. Candy canes. Chocolate treats. Fruitcake… well, maybe not fruitcake. The holiday season brings so many tasty treats wrapped in enticing and festive little packages that make them so hard to resist! With plenty of time to sample sweets at home, it’s important to remember moderation is key. There are ways to enjoy your…
Read MoreHave Toothbrush, Will Travel! Make Sure Good Dental Habits Travel With You
Although vacations may look a little different this summer and maybe closer to home, it doesn’t mean an overnight at Grandma’s or a night out camping under the stars isn’t in the cards this year. Whenever we change our routine, it’s important to not forget our good dental habits in the process. Pack The Snacks…
Read MoreWhich Sweet Treats Go Easy On Your Teeth?
We’ve made it through one of the sweetest holidays of the year! But now that we’re heading into November and all the sugary, sweet Halloween treats have been passed out that doesn’t mean we’re completely in the clear. If you’re like us, you still have a lot of gooey goodness lurking about- whether in your…
Read MoreNo Butts About It, Smoking Stinks
Each year, nearly half a million Americans die prematurely of smoking or exposure to secondhand smoke. This deadly habit affects so many aspects of your health. Outside of fatality statistics, smoking adversely affects the health of your teeth, gums, and mouth. Bad Breath We’re sure you’ve heard of smoker’s breath. Tar and nicotine from cigarettes…
Read MoreAre Your Genes to Blame for Tooth Decay?
In a recent study led by the J. Craig Venter Institute in La Jolla, CA, doctors and researchers analyzed the oral bacteria of twins to determine how nature vs. nurture comes into play. In other words, do genes or dental care and diet more directly result in tooth decay? Nature Vs. Nurture Researchers took swab samples of…
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