Even though practically every commercial for dental hygiene in history has warned you about the dangers of plaque, they hardly ever go into detail about what plaque actually is. Plaque is often said in the same breath with the phrase, “Plaque and tartar,” but the distinction between the two matters quite a bit. So in […]
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There’s been some stories lately in the news that suggest flossing isn’t necessary. We disagree. The major dental and periodontal associations disagree, too. The most important aspect of your flossing habits is that you do it correctly. Flossing, done correctly, should remove the plaque build-up from your tooth below your gum line and between your teeth, […]
Whether you’re leaning in for a kiss at the end of the date or shouting over the noise in someone’s ear, bad breath can make close moments all the more intense. They really don’t have to be if you take some simple steps to address the bad breath problem you’re facing. Bad breath, or halitosis, […]
Recently, one of our patients – a retired school teacher who volunteers for the Amethyst House – requested a supply of toothbrushes to hand out to the students she tutors there. During her last visit a couple of weeks ago, she told us the story of a young boy she was tutoring who, after being […]
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It’s no secret that cavities are a common threat to children’s smiles, but did you know that they also affect a large majority of adults in at least one of their permanent teeth? Of all the issues that can threaten your dental health, tooth decay and cavities are among the most common, but they’re also […]
You may think that you’re following all the right steps to keep your mouth healthy, but don’t be so quick to be sure. If you haven’t checked in on your preventive dentistry techniques lately, it’s possible that no one has taught you how to do it properly since you were a child. Even if you […]
They may be be said together in the same breath more often than not, but there is a distinct difference between plaque and tartar. Plaque is a soft bacterial film that covers your teeth and can mostly be removed by regular brushing. Tartar, a material that requires professional removal, comes from hardened leftover plaque. You […]
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One responsibility you have in your effort to protect your teeth and gums is to recognize the dental risks you face, and respond to them. You are not alone in your efforts. During regular checkups with your dentist, you can have potential issues spotted in an examination, and talk to your dentist about issues that […]
Do you catch yourself grinding your teeth spontaneously during the day, or wake up feeling as though you’ve been doing so all night? If so, does it make you worry? Grinding your teeth is one of those things that may or may not be a threat to your dental health. It all depends on how […]
Foods high in sugar are often targeted as poor diet choices, because they can add a large amount of empty calories to your daily consumption. However, your waistline is not the only part of your body that can be troubled by excess sugar. Plaque is a sticky buildup of bacteria that reside in your mouth, […]
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