Night Guards
Sleep bruxism is a term used to describe people who clench or grind their teeth at night, with one study finding that…
Oral Cancer Screening
There’s more to a dental exam than just checking your teeth for cavities. Since many types of major illnesses first begin to…
What Different Types of Dentists Are There?
When it comes to looking for a dentist, you may encounter phrases such as general dentistry, family dentistry, or cosmetic dentistry. Dentists…
Does Tooth Decay Always Hurt?
Shockingly, of adults, 92% have or had a cavity. Tooth decay is the most common disease on the planet! This is mostly…
Will It Be Painful to Have Root Canal Therapy?
Root canals are a procedure for saving decayed or severely infected teeth. This procedure is needed when the infection, which may have…
Is My Dentist Just Checking for Cavities During a Dental Exam?
Seeing the dentist for a dental exam is not solely about inspecting for those dreaded cavities. There are good reasons why dentists…
Electric or Manual Toothbrushes: Which Should You Use?
Recently, you may have noticed an increase in the appeal of electric toothbrushes. However, are they really better than a regular brush?…
Are You Over-Brushing?
Everybody understands that proper oral hygiene starts with brushing our teeth regularly, flossing daily, drinking plenty of water, and preserving a balanced…
Am I Allergic to Dentists? Part 2
This is the second part of our Dental Allergies series. As in the previous post, we’re discussing common dental allergies some patients…
Am I Allergic to Dentists? Part 1
You may have jokingly said you’re allergic to the dentist as an excuse for not getting a checkup. Going to the dentist…