Summer is coming to an end. Its time to change your toothbrush! Toothbrushes should be changed every 2 to 3 months even if they show no signs of wear and tear. Toothbrushes harbor bacteria, and its gross to keep one around for too long. An easy way to remember to change your toothbrush often enough is to change it…
Sports mouth guards are worn over the teeth during contact sports for protection from blows to the face or head. The guards are typically worn over the upper teeth to protect from broken teeth, cut lips, or injury to the mouth. Injuries that Mouth Guards Prevent: knocked out teeth concussion cerebral hemorrhage broken or chipped teeth lacerated tongue/lip jaw fracture…
Enamel is the hardest substance in the human body. Flossing once a day can increase your life expectancy by 6 years. It’s estimated that as many as 50% of adults experience some degree of dental fear. 75% of the United States Population suffers from some stage of gum disease. Most find a person’s smile to be the most important…
Important Dental Information Every Parent Should Know Even though your child will lose their “baby” teeth, they serve several important roles until your child reaches the age of twelve or thirteen. One of the most important functions of primary teeth is to maintain space for permanent teeth. Losing a primary tooth early could potentially cause impacted permanent…
What Causes Bad Breath?! Halitosis, bad breath, can be caused by improper hygiene or more serious medical conditions. Bad breath can be the result of the foods we eat, the lack of saliva (xerostomia or dry mouth), unhealthy lifestyles, gum disease, or medical disorders. There are two types of bad breath: transient and persistent. Transient bad breath comes and…
The health of your mouth can affect your whole body. The next time your dentist tells you to open wide, they can tell a whole lot more than whether or not you’ve been brushing “More than 120 medical conditions can be detected in the early stages by a dentist.” Oral Cancer~ According to New York City–based dentist Lindi Orlin, DMD,…
Have you ever thought about whitening your teeth? You’re not alone. Teeth whitening is the No. 1 requested cosmetic service today and its popularity continues to soar, according to the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. Although teeth are not really supposed to be bright white, no one wants their teeth to look like a row of corn. Some of the…
Ever wonder what that pain in your mouth is? Is it something serious? Should you get it checked out? Who really has time to go to the dentist for one more thing? Well, keep reading and decide for yourself if it is worth an immediate visit. Some problems may be more persistent and dangerous than others; sometimes, you may need…
Creating good oral health habits at a young age doesn’t have to be like pulling teeth, pun intended! Get your child comfortable today with good mouth healthy habits. I remember asking, “when should I take my kids to a dentist” The answer was, “the first tooth is as important as the last”. The ADA recommends that your baby experience their…
Things that make you go hmmmm….. The average human produces 25,000 quarts of saliva in a lifetime. That is enough spit to fill 2 swimming pools! Sunscreen anyone? 38.5 = the total days an average American spends brushing teeth over a lifetime. 73% of Americans would rather go grocery shopping than floss. Dentists have recommended that a toothbrush be kept…
