HOMECARE

Oral health is about more than getting a bright, straight smile. You can’t forget about your gums! Taking care of your gums is essential to your overall oral health. Nearly half of adults have some form of gum disease. Gum disease begins when bacteria and plaque build up under and along the gum line. Unchecked […]

If you experience sudden pain in your teeth while consuming cold and hot food and beverages, eating something sour or acidic, or inhaling in cold or hot temperatures, you likely have sensitive teeth. Tooth sensitivity can happen for many reasons, including worn or damaged tooth enamel, exposed tooth roots, or cavities and cracks in your

Fluoride is an important mineral that helps prevent cavities and reverse early signs of tooth decay in children and adults. It makes the tooth enamel more resistant to acid attacks from sugars and bacteria in the mouth. However, too much fluoride can cause something called dental fluorosis. Here are the causes, symptoms, treatment, and prevention

Bad breath is a common issue that affects people of all ages. It can be embarrassing, but it many cases it can also be avoided. Good oral hygiene habits make it harder for bacteria to accumulate in your mouth, lessening your chances of bad breath. To keep your breath smelling fresh and clean, follow these

Is your toothbrush actually keeping your mouth clean? Even if you follow your dentist’s recommendations on daily brushing and flossing, a dirty toothbrush can complicate your efforts to fight bacteria. Your toothbrush doesn’t have to look dirty to be dirty, either. In fact, a single toothbrush can actually contain over a million microscopic bacteria. The

Dentures are an effective, reliable way to restore the function and aesthetics of your smile after losing multiple teeth. Whether you are missing teeth due to an injury, advanced dental decay, or gum disease, dentures can help you continue speaking, chewing, and smiling with confidence. Although dentures can be a permanent solution to missing teeth,

We live in a chaotic and busy world, and as a result, we all fall victim to numerous undesirable habits. Some of the bad habits you may think are harmless can significantly affect your dental health. If your teeth are broken or damaged, the resulting pain can be excruciating. Therefore, you must constantly ensure that

Your mouth contains both good and bad bacteria. When you eat a lot of sugary foods, harmful bacteria produce acids that remove some of the minerals from your tooth enamel. Although your saliva consistently restores the mineral content of your enamel, the process becomes harder if you consume more sugar. Over time, your enamel will

Cleaning your teeth when you have braces can seem tedious at first, but don’t let this discourage you from looking after your oral health. While braces are an excellent solution to correct misaligned teeth and enhance your smile, they can easily trap food particles and bacteria, which often leads to plaque buildup. It is crucial

Your teeth are covered by enamel, which makes them hard, durable, and able to handle wear and tear for many years. However, by allowing plaque to build up and harden on your tooth enamel, you increase the risk of developing tartar and associated oral health issues. Often, tartar can compromise your dental health and increase