How to Minimize Bite Stress
When we chew and bite, a great deal of stress is put on our teeth. Though the teeth and jawbone are built to stand up to this kind of pressure, excessive bite stress can lead to abnormal wear and tear as well as tooth damage and damage to the jaw joints. If you experience excessive […]
What to Avoid for Better Teeth & Breath
It takes more than simply brushing and flossing to keep your teeth white and bright with fresh breath. You need to consider which foods and drinks you’re consuming each day! Here is a great article listing seven things to avoid if you want to keep your mouth minty fresh!
Olympians with No Teeth
Who is watching the Olympics? We are! We came across this hilarious article that shows just how important our teeth are! Check it out – it’s USA Olympians with no teeth! Enjoy!
5 things to do before your dental benefits expire for this year (Use it or Loose it!)
Now is the perfect time to review your remaining dental insurance benefits. Oftentimes, insured don’t realize that they haven’t used up all of their dental benefits and still have a remaining balance at their disposal. This amount will be lost and not carried over to the following year if not taken advantage of during the […]
Don’t give into gum disease
What you should know about gum disease • Three out of four adults in the United States have gum (periodontal) disease. • Periodontitis is the leading cause of tooth loss in adults. • Ten percent of American children suffer from juvenile periodontitis. • The average 2-year-old already has a decayed tooth. These are shocking statistics […]
The Important Role Saliva Plays in Oral Health
Although saliva is not particularly pleasant to think about, it is an important element of your oral health. It helps us digest our food and also helps control bacteria in the mouth. If you experience any changes in saliva production, you should consult with your dentist to diagnose the underlying problem. What Saliva Does Saliva […]