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Birth Control Pills Trigger Pregnancy Gingivitis
Being with child can be an exciting transition, but as any mother will tell you, pregnancy is no walk in the park. In order for a women to carry a child to full term, hormonal levels will change in order to help a fetus grow and develop, but those fluctuations can also put her a…
Read MoreCan Teenagers Get Gum Disease?
Gum disease might seem like something only adults get, but the truth is it affects people of all ages. In fact, TeenHealth.com reports that 60 percent of 15-year-olds have gingivitis, the early stage of gum disease. Other studies show that teenage girls may be even more vulnerable to gum disease because of hormonal changes. This is bad…
Read MoreWhy So Sensitive? 5 Reasons Why Your Teeth Hurt
If your teeth hurt when you eat or drink something hot, cold, sweet, or acidic, you’re not alone, but that doesn’t mean it’s normal. Tooth sensitivity is often your mouth’s way of signaling a deeper issue. If the pain is persistent or recurring, it’s time to see your dentist. In many cases, tooth sensitivity is…
Read MorePreventive Dentistry Starts at Home
The main responsibility of preventive care falls on you! In order to reduce your chances of getting a dental disease, you have to take care of yourself. Consider the following points when it comes to your preventive dentistry program: Oral Hygiene — Brushing and flossing removes dental plaque, a film-like substance that is constantly forming…
Read MoreSippy Cup: Friend Or Foe?
The sippy cup is a spill proof, lid-covered drinking cup designed to help parents teach their toddlers how to drink without spilling. Children can toss it, drop it and turn it upside down, but they can’t spill its contents. That’s thanks to a valve in the top that releases liquid only when a child puts…
Read MoreDental Care Checklist for Adults
Don’t let dental visits slide! Adult life can sometimes be a juggling act and it may feel like you just can’t find the time for a dental visit. But making time for regular dental visits now can help keep you out of the dental office in the future. Brush and floss daily, even if it’s late. You’ve…
Read MoreCrossbite
The clinical definition for a crossbite is “an abnormal relation of one or more teeth of one arch to the opposing tooth or teeth of the other arch, caused by deviation of tooth position or abnormal jaw position.” But unless you’re a health professional, this definition probably makes you say, “Huh?” In lay terms, a…
Read MoreToothpaste and Orange Juice – Not a Good Match
Ever wonder why orange juice tastes terrible right after brushing your teeth? You can thank certain ingredients in your toothpaste, specifically sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS) or sodium laureth sulfate (SLES), for ruining your breakfast beverage. These compounds, known as surfactants, are added to toothpaste to help it foam and spread more easily across your teeth…
Read MoreIs Oral Piercing Safe?
Oral piercing is a form of body art and self-expression that’s all the rage among teenagers and young adults. While piercings of the tongue, lip or cheek might seem safe because “everyone has them,” that’s not entirely true. The mouth is a moist place, which means it’s a breeding ground for bacteria and infection. And…
Read MoreHot Beverages Contribute to Tooth Staining
Estimates suggest that annually Americans consume 45 million pounds of caffeine and hot coffee and teas are the most popular sources for the legal psychoactive stimulant drug. Both beverages are associated with having dental health perks as black coffee has been found to lower acid levels on teeth, reducing the odds of cavity development and…
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