Did you know that problems in your mouth influence your health in big ways, extending far from your teeth and gums? Here are just a few of the ways poor oral health contributes to poor general health. Stress Like any chronic ailment that causes pain, discomfort, or aesthetic problems, cavities and gum disease often lead…
Wondering whether implants are the right choice for you? While often viewed purely as a cosmetic treatment, there are quite a few practical and medical reasons for patients to pick implants over alternative treatments (or no treatment at all). Practical benefits of dental implants Easy to care for. Easy to care for. Implants are significantly…
While it may be tempting to put off orthodontics, there are significant benefits to correcting orthodontic problems as soon as is feasible. Costs and outcomes improve across the board with earlier intervention; repairing the damage of orthodontic problems only becomes more difficult and more expensive as a patient grows and ages—and in some cases, impossible….
Not all symptoms that start in your teeth stay in your mouth. Make sure you know when it’s time to see the dentist, with this quick guide to unusual dental symptoms. Sinus infections Many patients first discover problems with their teeth not because of a toothache or sore jaw, but because of constant sinus infections….
Halloween is just around the corner, which for most children means free candy bags and the opportunity to store a stock of sweets for the winter. It’s not a surprise, Halloween can create several health and safety challenges for parents.Halloween is accompanied by ghosts, goblins and sweets, and if you’re not careful, the sugar in…
As we all know, and as popular culture indicates, the excessive intake of sweets (specifically refined carbohydrates) not only causes obesity, and a series of related health problems, but also intervenes as a predisposing factor to tooth decay. Everybody wants a beautiful smile and every time there are fewer who do not worry about the…
Today the world is quite different from the world our parents or grandparents lived, it is a new world that requires people to learn not only to prepare themselves to be better professionals, but also to direct groups of people. It is said that he is a boss who has subordinates under his charge, regardless…
World Smile Day is celebrated on the first Friday in the month of October every year. The idea of was coined and initiated by Harvey Ball, a commercial artist from Worcester, Massachusetts. He is known to have created the Smiley Face in 1963. When we are really good, the smiles come alone, as something natural….
Is Tooth Whitening Worth it ? Even with perfect oral hygiene, you may see your smile beginning to lose its shine over time. Proper oral care helps in preventing stains, but other factors such as aging, medications, coffee, tea, and certain foods can all cause teeth to yellow or discolored. If you’ve researched whitening your…
If you are experiencing a sharp, stabbing sensation or a dull aching tooth, here’s what you can do. Identifying which foods are setting off the pain can temporarily reduce your discomfort, but tooth sensitivity is usually a sign that’s there’s a more significant problem. If you have pain while you are eating or even after…
