Posts Tagged ‘ Oral Health ’

Dental Concerns During Pregnancy

Did you know that pregnancy can impact your dental health? Your body goes through so many changes during those nine months, and your mouth is not immune to those changes. If you are pregnant, let’s talk about what that can mean for your dental hygiene.  Medication  When you are pregnant, the medicines that you are […]

The Dangers of Gaps in Your Teeth

Widespread teeth or a smile with gaps can be problematic for many reasons. Taylor Swift may “love the gaps between your teeth and the riddles that you speak,” but she might not like them so much if she knew the health risks. Gaps in teeth may be hereditary or caused by oral hygiene habits. Consistently […]

Can You Bruise a Tooth?

The short answer is yes, you can bruise a tooth. But you’re really bruising the ligaments that are holding your tooth in place. When you take a hit to the mouth, the soft tissues and ligaments around the tooth absorb the impact—causing capillaries to burst and travel through the opening at the tip of the […]

Are Dental Implants the Right Choice for You?

What are Dental Implants? Dental implants are made up of a piece of metal and crown that are inserted into the jawbone to replace a missing tooth or teeth. Implants can be done for multiple missing teeth or just a singular tooth. These implants are natural-looking, resistant to cavities, long-lasting, and hassle-free. They look and […]

Is Chewing Gum Good for Your Teeth?

Whether or not chewing gum is good for your teeth depends on the kind of gum. Chewing the right kind of gum can help prevent tooth decay. Chewing gum, or really chewing most things, can help your mouth to produce more saliva. Saliva is great for your mouth—it helps to rinse out food debris left […]

The Worst Foods for Your Teeth

Certain foods can be detrimental to your oral health. Any food or drinks that break down enamel can leave you vulnerable to tooth decay. Cut down of these foods or just be sure to rinse or floss after eating them to maintain good oral health. Dried Fruits Dried fruits are usually gummy and sugary. Their […]

5 Ways To Improve Your Oral Health

You may have good oral hygiene habits, but you can always do more. Incorporating these habits into your daily routine can help you to keep tooth decay at bay. Even if you have good oral hygiene, you can be susceptible to tooth decay, gum disease, and other oral health problems. 1. Floss Daily No other […]

What To Do When Your Tooth Gets Knocked Out

Whether you’re playing a sport or just took a bad fall, teeth can get knocked out. There is no need to panic! Often times teeth can be replaced, and it not a false replacement can be placed. If you aren’t able to salvage your original tooth—don’t worry! You can still have a tooth that looks […]

Could You Have Sleep Apnea?

What is Sleep Apnea? Sleep apnea is a sleeping disorder that occurs when breathing is affected while sleeping. When breathing stops and starts during sleep, it can be dangerous. There are a few different kinds of sleep apnea—the most common are obstructive, central, and complex sleep apnea syndrome. Obstructive sleep apnea is the most common […]

Signs You Have Impacted Wisdom Teeth

What are Impacted Wisdom Teeth? Wisdom teeth, also known as third molars, are teeth at the back of the mouth—usually the last adult teeth to come in. They become impacted when they don’t have enough room to develop or fully emerge. Because of their location, they are often difficult to reach and therefore difficult to […]