Archive for 2020

The Relationship Between Halloween Candy and Tooth Decay

Although many things are different this year, Halloween will likely still involve plenty of spooky things—candy and tooth decay included. What is it about candy that causes trouble with our teeth? A common misconception is that the sugar in candy is solely responsible. There is, however, a bit more to it. What Does Candy Do […]

When Can Wisdom Teeth Grow After Age 30?

As dental professionals, one of the most common questions we hear is, “Can wisdom teeth grow after age 30?” The answer is sometimes. The third molars, also known as wisdom teeth, typically begin erupting between the ages of 17 and 20. This process can be long and painful and is usually complete before 30. Although […]

How To Keep Your Kids’ Teeth Healthy This Halloween

As fun as the traditions surrounding Halloween are, it can bring up some concerns over the health of kids’ teeth. It’s that time of year when little ghouls and goblins go knocking door-to-door, coming home with bags of free candy. Follow these tips to help keep their little fangs bright, shiny, and sharp as ever. […]

Can Laughing Gas Make You Sleepy?

Laughing gas is a mildly sweet-smelling gas that is administered via a small mask that fits over the nose. It promotes calmness by slowing down the body’s reaction time, but can it make you feel sleepy?

Can You Smell A Rotten Tooth?

As odd as it might seem, just as you can smell the odor coming off of a rotting piece of fruit, you can smell the odor released from a rotting tooth.

6 Tips to Prevent TMJ

When problems with the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) arise, it can cause pain and discomfort in the jaw, so it’s important to prevent TMJ problems.

Most Common Oral Surgeries for Children

Whether due to an unexpected accident or some problems with a growing mouth and teeth, the need for oral surgeries for children may arise at any time.

What Materials Make up Dental Implants?

One of the greatest advances to modern dentistry in recent years is the development of dental implants. If you have gaps in your smile from missing teeth, have an accident that knocks teeth out, or have had to have teeth pulled, these implants might be right for you. But what materials make up the implants […]

Should I See My Dentist More If I’m Predisposed To Bad Teeth?

Although everyone starts life with their own set of healthy teeth, many factors can make some people more predisposed to bad teeth than others.

Reasons for Wisdom Teeth

Wisdom teeth extraction is one of the most common surgeries, but have you ever wondered what are the reasons for wisdom teeth? You’ve probably seen many funny videos of loopy people coming out of anesthesia after having their wisdom teeth removed. Why do they exist just to be removed?