Posts Tagged ‘tooth pain’
Oral Cancer
As your dental office, it is our responsibility to be more than just your tooth doctor — we also want to contribute to your total body health. That’s why we do a full oral cancer screening at every checkup. This quick and easy exam can catch oral cancer before it starts! Early detection,…
Read MoreWe Wouldn’t Pull Your Leg About Tooth Loss
In the United States, 20 million teeth are extracted each year. And, while the consequences of tooth loss can have devastating effects on overall health and self-esteem, fewer than 10 percent of patients seek information prior to the loss of a tooth. Whether due to fear, ignorance or lack of finances, many people wait until…
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 MorePreventive Dentistry Starts at Home
Preventive dental care begins with you. While professional cleanings and checkups are essential, your daily habits play the biggest role in protecting your smile and preventing costly dental problems. A strong home care routine, combined with healthy lifestyle choices, is your best defense against tooth decay and gum disease. Oral Hygiene Brushing and flossing regularly…
Read MoreDental Care and Coronavirus
While it seems the Coronavirus has caught us all off guard there are certain steps at home you can take to make sure your hygiene stays up to standard while you are at home It is best to stick to a regular daily schedule which involves brushing and flossing twice a day preferably before bed…
Read MoreHelp! I Broke My Tooth!
Almost every day we get a call from a patient who has broken a tooth, and generally it means that to save the tooth, we have to place a crown or permanent restoration over it to keep it from breaking further. Sometimes the tooth can’t be saved and that is a real bummer! What causes…
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