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Cavity Prevention Advice for Everyone
When you’re tempted to skip your nightly brushing and flossing routine, one word of advice: don’t. Although it may seem insignificant for just one night, the bacteria and acids that remain on your teeth overnight can wreak havoc on your tooth enamel. Poor dental health has been linked to several serious diseases, such as diabetes, dementia, hypertension, cardiovascular diseases, and…
Continue readingReasons and Remedies for Tooth Discoloration
A beautiful smile boosts your self-confidence. Conversely, if you’re embarrassed because of your dingy, discolored teeth, then your self-confidence may suffer. If you’re ashamed of your smile, then these tips and techniques may help to restore your beautiful white smile. What Are the Causes of Stained Teeth? There are many factors involved when you have stained and discolored teeth, and…
Continue readingWhy Flossing Is a Must, Not a Maybe
There’s no denying how essential the simple act of flossing is to your oral health. While most people know how important it is to brush their teeth twice a day, many of them don’t realize just how detrimental it can be to skip flossing. Flossing is the only thing you can do at home to get rid of the plaque…
Continue readingCauses of Bleeding Gums and Gum Disease
What You Need to Know About Gum Disease Periodontal disease, also known as periodontitis or simply gum disease, is a condition that affects about 75 percent of American adults. Many of these individuals may not even be aware that they suffer from this condition. A few spots of blood on the toothbrush or dental floss can often be the first…
Continue readingBrush Up on the Benefits of Brushing
Most of us have been brushing our teeth for so long that we take our brushing skills for granted. However, as with any other skills, sometimes a refresher course can be helpful. Family dentists can provide helpful brushing tips to restore your good dental health. Consider the following tips to restore your good oral health and maintain your smile in…
Continue readingInvisalign: Frequently Asked Questions
Do you cringe whenever you look at your smile in the mirror? Crooked teeth can make you hesitate to smile or speak in public for fear of people judging you. If you’re worried about getting braces at your age, don’t worry. Invisalign offers an inconspicuous way to straighten your teeth or close gaps in them so you can smile with…
Continue readingAre Cracked Teeth on the Rise?
One of the unanticipated side effects of the coronavirus pandemic is a rise in the number of tooth fractures that have come about due to an increase in teeth clenching and grinding. According to a recent article in The New York Times, one dentist has noticed a marked increase in the number of patients with complaints of jaw pain, tooth…
Continue readingDental Care Basics
Good oral hygiene isn’t time-consuming, but it’s far from effortless. Unfortunately, many people procrastinate when it comes to brushing and flossing. That’s a decision that can easily return to haunt them when it’s time to go to the dentist’s office. Your mouth is essential to your overall health, so maintaining good oral health will enable you to maintain better physical…
Continue readingAre Dental Implants Right for You?
How Will Dental Implants Improve My Smile? If you’re missing one or more teeth or if they’re damaged due to trauma or disease, then your self-confidence has probably suffered. Dental implants will replace your missing or damaged teeth with natural-looking artificial teeth that can restore your self-esteem and make you want to smile again. The CDC reports that most adults…
Continue readingGingivitis: Symptoms and Causes in Philadelphia
Gingivitis is a common dental problem that affects the gingiva, more commonly known as gum tissue. Gingivitis is the earliest stage of gum disease and is usually characterized by inflammation, swelling and bleeding of the gums. If left untreated, it usually progresses to periodontal disease, which can cause the loss of your teeth due to the breakdown of supportive tissue…
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