Oral health contributes significantly to overall health. In many cases, oral pathologies are the first sign of a more serious systemic condition, so their early diagnosis is crucial for patients’ well-being. In this blog, we will explain what an oral pathology screening is and why it is critical to have your smile thoroughly checked on… Read More »
Category: Oral Health
Why Is Oral Pathology Important?
We hope to never have pain or dental issues. With good preventative care, that’s usually the case. But sometimes, even with the best habits in place for dental hygiene, stuff happens. Oral pathology seeks to diagnose and treat problems that make your mouth or teeth ache. If you’re not sure what’s wrong with your mouth,… Read More »
How to Take Care of Your Toothbrush
How many times do you think about caring for your toothbrush? Once in your lifetime, maybe twice. Okay, how about never. Many of us have toothbrush maintenance low on our priority list, if it’s there at all, but it’s definitely something we should consider. A well-functioning toothbrush is critical to your dental health. A dirty… Read More »
10 Bad Foods for Your Teeth
A healthy diet’s role in maintaining good oral hygiene is well-documented. But are you fully aware of how some foods can affect your dental health? Here’s our oral surgeons’ top-10 list of foods you should avoid in maintaining those pearly whites. 1. Hard Candies To start, biting or chewing hard candies leaves you vulnerable to… Read More »
How to Care for Your Teeth During the Holidays
‘Tis the season to be jolly, and an excellent time to show off that brilliant smile. But with so many holiday treats begging for consumption, will you be able to maintain those pearly whites? The last thing you want for Christmas is to start down a path of a dental disaster. We’ve put together this… Read More »
How to Maintain Proper Oral Hygiene Throughout the Holiday Season
It’s that time of year when we anticipate cooler weather and prepare for the holidays. Each year we look forward to our favorite holiday eats and treats. Whether it’s pumpkin pie, cranberry sauce, stuffing, roasted turkey, or some of that irresistible homemade candy, we can’t but indulge ourselves. But to ensure our teeth survive this… Read More »
How Your Gut Health Impacts Your Oral Health
Every dentist will tell you that there is a close link between our gut microbiome and oral health, with trillions of good bacteria living throughout your digestive system. Your microbiome influences your digestion, immune system, metabolism, and hormones. Research shows it can even play a role in your daily moods and emotions. Your dentist will… Read More »
Is Bone Grafting Necessary After Tooth Extraction?
Is Bone Grafting Necessary After Tooth Extraction? Whether the cause of your problems was trauma or tooth decay, tooth extraction is sometimes the best solution for preserving a patient’s oral health. However, removing teeth can impact a person’s wellbeing in other ways. Bone grafting is an excellent solution to help protect dentition and prepare an… Read More »
How Your Gut Health Impacts Your Oral Health
Every dentist will tell you that there is a close link between our gut microbiome and oral health, with trillions of good bacteria living throughout your digestive system. Your microbiome influences your digestion, immune system, metabolism, and hormones. Research shows it can even play a role in your daily moods and emotions. Your dentist will… Read More »
What Causes Sensitive Teeth and How to Stop It
Do you avoid drinking ice cold drinks because of your teeth? Do frozen deserts cause you to shudder from the jolt of pain they cause in your mouth. If sensitive teeth inhabit your life like these or other ways, something has to change… Here, we’ll explore some common triggers for tooth sensitivity and some strategies… Read More »