You might think the best method to brush your teeth is using a hard toothbrush and back and forth motion. Although it might make you feel like you are cleaning your teeth thoroughly, you just might be causing more harm than good. If you have sensitive teeth, brushing too harshly can cause microscopic scrapes and scratches on your teeth. With... read more »
I can hear my mother saying, “Kids, will be kids!” Inevitably when the kids are being kids, there can be an elbow to the mouth or a knee to the cheek. Not to mention accidents involving sports or other physical activity. What should you do if a tooth is knocked out? If it is a permanent tooth: first locate the... read more »
You and your family have just set out on a great trip when your tooth begins to ache. Now what? First, do not put any pain killers, such as aspirin, directly on the gum surrounding the tooth because the medicine can burn the gum tissue. You should clean your mouth out by rinsing with warm salt water. Gently swish the... read more »
Drinking hot coffee or eating your favorite ice cream should not be painful. Nor should brushing or flossing your teeth. If you feel a twinge; you might have sensitive teeth. The causes of sensitivity vary: tooth decay, gum disease, worn enamel and older fillings are all culprits. The good news is that sensitive teeth can be treated. We have a... read more »
Oral cancer is generally thought to be deadlier than other cancers, because it Oral cancer is generally thought to be deadlier than other cancers, because it has a tendency to be found in its late stages. Early detection is the key to a complete cure, and prevention is certainly possible. Research shows there are at least two distinct origins of... read more »
As the American lifespan increases, so does the concern for maintaining a healthy lifestyle, and mouth, into old age. When you or a loved-one comes to see us for regular check-ups, please remember to let us know if you are taking any new medications or have changed dosage or frequency in medications you have taken long term. Why, you might... read more »