Posts Tagged ‘cavity’
Teeth Whitening Home or Dentist
The Best Place for Teeth Whitening — at Home or at the Dentist? Who doesn’t want a more beautiful smile? The key to achieving this goal is sometimes as simple as whitening your teeth. Whitening at home Choosing to use an over-the-counter product (usually whitening strips) with the ADA seal of approval is certainly a…
Read MoreWhat Is Cementum?
What Is Cementum? Cementum is a hard layer of tissue that helps the periodontal ligament attach firmly to a tooth. Made of cementoblasts, cementum slowly forms over a lifetime. Cementum is a hard, calcified layer of tissue that covers the root of the tooth. On its outer side, cementum is attached to the periodontal ligament;…
Read MoreWhy So Sensitive? 5 Reasons Why Your Teeth Hurt
Do your teeth hurt when you drink or eat something hot or cold? Most people think this is normal, but that’s not always the case. When your teeth hurt, they’re trying to tell you something: See your dentist. More often than not, tooth sensitivity is a sign of a dental problem like tooth decay or…
Read MoreKeep Waking Up With Headaches?
Do you often wake up with headaches, pain behind your eyes, or stiffness in your neck and shoulders? These symptoms might be more than just a poor night’s sleep; they could be signs of TMJ disorder (Temporomandibular Joint Disorder), a condition caused by misalignment in the jaw. When your jaw joints (the TMJs) aren’t functioning…
Read MoreExtra Cavity Protection for Kids
You might assume that cavities are just a part of growing up, but they don’t have to be. With a balanced diet, proper brushing and flossing, and regular dental checkups, tooth decay can be prevented. One of the best tools we have to help kids avoid cavities is dental sealants. In fact, studies show that…
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