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 […]
Category: Preventive Dentistry
Why Should You Care About Plaque and Tartar?
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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Recognizing Dental Risks
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 […]
Things Everyone Should Know About Bruxism
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 […]
Limiting Sugar Is A Smart Choice For Your Oral Health
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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Quiz: How Much Do You Know About Preventive Dentistry?
When you maintain good oral health habits, you can significantly reduce your chances of developing problems with your teeth. Preventive dentistry emphasizes actions that stop problems from cropping up in the first place. Some measures can be taken on your own. By cleaning your teeth regularly, and limiting your consumption of foods and drinks that […]
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Identifying Threats To Your Oral Health
If you take care of your teeth at home, and visit your dentist regularly for checkups, you should be able to keep your oral health in good standing. However, there are a number of potential threats you should be mindful of. The most popular concern is cavities – according to the NIDCR, more than 90% […]
Do You Know The Signs Of Gum Disease?
How familiar are you with the symptoms of gum disease? A periodontal infection is not painful, but it can express itself in several ways. Look for evidence of swelling in your gums, or a redder color. If you are bleeding more often when you brush and floss, you could be dealing with an infection. It […]
Ignoring Your Oral Health Can Have Serious Consequences
You should consider your oral health a serious part of your overall health. Your trips to the dentist are about more than simply stopping cavities. Links have been found between gum disease and serious problems, like heart disease, and diabetes. During a routine dental exam, your dentist is looking for more than just signs of […]
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Deep Cleanings Help Fight Gum Disease
The thorough cleaning you receive during a routine dental checkup goes beyond what you can provide on your own. Your hygienist has training and tools available to ensure that your mouth is comprehensively cleaned during a visit. For patients who are worried about gum disease, a deep cleaning (also called a periodontic cleaning) enables your […]
