How to Prevent Cavities

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 26% of adults have cavities. It’s a common misconception that dentists always have perfect oral health. However, even they can get cavities and there are several reasons behind this phenomenon: Video Source Human Factors: Dental professionals are human too. Like everyone else, they can occasionally…

Cavities are considered any areas of teeth that have become permanently damaged over time. This will typically include the rotting and decaying of the tooth itself. Cavities can impact just about anyone regardless of age, including children. Understanding various facts about cavities can help you to mitigate and prevent cavities while incorporating healthy oral hygiene…

Your oral hygiene has a significant impact on your health in general. For instance, gum disease has been linked to health issues such as Alzheimer’s, preterm labor, diabetes, stroke, and even heart disease. Oral issues can also affect your ears, necessitating a visit to an ear clinic. That’s why you need to pay extra attention…

Teeth, over time, have become important social symbols of wealth and health. Although bright white teeth are important and well talked about today, most don’t know that our ancestors likely had nice white teeth as well. That begs the question if our ancestor’s thousands of years ago didn’t have dental problems but we do, how…

When it comes to teeth cleaning, you can’t leave all the work to your dentist. It’s important to visit the dentist every six months or so for a cleaning, but you need to do your part at home too. To that end, here are a few essential tips for teeth cleaning that you need to…

Brushing your teeth regularly can help prevent tooth decay and gum disease. Brushing also helps remove plaque, which is a sticky film that forms on the surface of your teeth. Plaque causes cavities by eating away at your tooth’s enamel (the hard outer layer). If you don’t clean your teeth properly, bacteria will multiply in…

If you’re asking yourself “how do I choose the best orthodontist near me?”, this video highlights the things to consider when looking for a dentist. Choosing a dentist is a big decision. It’s paramount to find one who provides quality care and is trustworthy. The right dentist can help you achieve and maintain your dental…

Dental care for seniors has always been a complex topic to address. The older the patient, the higher the risk of developing tooth decay or weak gums. It becomes much harder to maintain oral hygiene without an efficient and affordable dentist in your area. Fortunately, some dental specialists are willing and able to help seniors…

Dental cleaning is one of the most common dental services. It’s also one of the least invasive cosmetic dental care procedures. All you need to do is schedule an appointment, get in the chair, open your mouth wide, and let the dentist do his/her thing. Then, after about six months, you go back and do…