Do you want a top-notch oral health and smile? If so, you need to take good care of your teeth and gums. Unfortunately, that might be a little more tough than you think it is, especially because there are bad tooth brushing habits that can alter the condition of your teeth and gums. Fortunately, there are also good brushing habits... read more »
If you have ever suffered an oral accident or injury, the chances are you have sustained pulp damage of some sort. Even though there is a thin layer of tooth enamel protecting your teeth, dental damage can still arise in the inner workings of your teeth, including in the pulp. The pulp is the most important aspect of your tooth, as... read more »
Although permanent teeth are meant to last for a lifetime, they can be lost because of an injury, advanced gum disease, or another issue. Are you missing one or more permanent teeth? Having a lost tooth can alter your bite, make it difficult to eat, and make it difficult to speak. If the tooth or teeth is replaced, not only... read more »
Toothpaste and floss are two of lots of wonderful dental instruments that are at your disposal as a lifelong oral health enthusiast. Mouthwash is one product you may want to think about using if you’re not already. Using mouthwash could be an awesome addition to your oral health routine if you have a tough time with stinky breath. Though it’s... read more »
As the fall season is almost here, you should ask yourself if your smile is ready for the holiday seasons to begin. As the weather dips, the oral ailments rise. The rise in oral health ailments is linked to increases in unhealthy foods and a dip in oral health care treatments. If you are the type of person who will... read more »
Getting back into the regular routine of things at the end of summer should include getting back into regular dental routines. Here are some things to review as you get back to basics in your oral health care routines. Brush your teeth for two minutes, twice a day. While it isn’t the only thing you need to do, it is... read more »
Left untreated a cavity can slowly progress to allow tooth decay to develop deep within the sensitive internal tissues of a tooth. As this starts to happen you might experience an increasing toothache and severe sensitivity. If you are experiencing pain, pressure, or general discomfort in a distressed tooth or surrounding gums, you might also be suffering from a developing... read more »
Whether you like it or not, we all get cavities, no matter our age. If you have your original teeth, you could be susceptible to tooth decay. When bacteria build up on your chompers for too long, bacterial acid grows and breaks away at your enamel layers to make cavities. Fortunately, there are some methods to lower your likelihood of... read more »
One of the most helpful daily oral hygiene routines to which you should commit is using dental floss. Dental floss can reach gaps between teeth that brushing often cannot reach. To make sure your mouth is at its peak oral health, brush at least twice a day and floss at least once daily. First, look at what type of floss... read more »
Dental veneers are thin shells that can restore the beauty of your smile and give you the appearance you desire. Fortunately, they can do all of these things with a simple, easy, and painless treatment process. To begin, Dr. David Kim will numb the teeth and the surrounding gums after he examines the smile to make sure it’s good to... read more »