Important Information Regarding Wisdom Teeth As with most body parts, your mouth undergoes numerous changes in your lifetime. A substantial change that occurs when you are typically in your teens and up into the early 20s, is the growth of your third molars. Historically, they were coined wisdom teeth as they appear at a more mature age. When they grow…
Quick Facts About Saliva Have you ever really thought about spit or what its purpose is? We will be sharing some interesting facts about saliva in this article that will make you really love your spit! Let’s get started with a few little-known quick facts about saliva. Potentially you can produce enough saliva to fill up two bathtubs per year!…
Are Veneers the Right Choice For You? If you’ve been longing to have straight white teeth, then porcelain veneers might be the solution for you. Porcelain veneers are thin porcelain sheets that adhere to front teeth with the help of special dental cement. Porcelain veneers are unique from other materials in that the material resists stains quite well and reflects…
Causes of Gum Recession, Treatment And Prevention Receding gums are denoted by the gum pulling away from the base structure of the teeth. The result of this is more of the lower section of a tooth, including the root being exposed, making it susceptible to cavities. If you notice any of these changes, you should visit a dentist and have…
Get a Great Smile For Your Special Day You have finally found your special one! You’ve started on your wedding plans. You need to design your invitations, choose your wedding and bridal party clothes, find your wedding venue, and taste-test all of the delicious wedding cakes. You will remember this special day for the rest of your life, so you…
A Closer Look at Stains … Teeth have a big impact on the appearance of a person and that is why many people try their best to make their teeth white. Some studies have shown that people who have whiter teeth are perceived to be more socially competent and more psychologically adjusted. In another study commissioned by Crest Whitestrips (full…
Do your teeth have a mind of their own? A few different culprits could be to blame for this, from acidic foods to even certain kinds of toothpaste. If you find that brushing and flossing your teeth causes you to wince, or that you dread sipping on an ice-cold beverage, you could have what dentists refer to as tooth sensitivity.…
Everyone has bad breath from time to time… If you’ve ever experienced that not-so-fresh feeling while you are on a date, spending time with your friends or at a job interview, you are not alone. Studies have shown that approximately half of all adults have experienced halitosis, or bad breath, sometime during their lives. What Causes Bad Breath? There are…
Overcoming Dental Anxiety Are you anxious or even fearful about seeing your dentist? Do you get nervous at the mere thought that your dental checkup is approaching? Well, you’re not alone. Many people often find themselves in this same situation. You may be worried that the visit could hurt or if you haven’t gone for a checkup in a long…
How do I Choose the Correct Toothbrush? Most people know how important it is to brush your teeth twice a day, every day with no exceptions. Your dentist and your dental hygienist have most certainly repeated this to you over and over at each dentist visit. What your dentist or hygienist may not have covered is how to choose the…