White spots on the teeth can form due to an accumulation of bacterial plaque. This could be the result of poor dental hygiene, such as not brushing or flossing on a regular basis. It can also occur as a side effect of wearing braces. A lot of times white spots are a...
Through x-rays and scans of the mouth and jaw, dentists can predict problems with your wisdom teeth before they arise. You may not have pain when your dentist recommends an extraction. Wisdom teeth are the third molar in the very back of your mouth. If they grow in...
Many people grind their teeth whether it’s done subconsciously in their sleep or as a way to relieve stress. While this may not be problematic for most, grinding your teeth on a regular basis can be damaging to your teeth. Why Do People Grind their Teeth? There are...
Toothaches can be an incredibly uncomfortable and disruptive experience. It’s a pain that radiates in and around the teeth and jaws, often caused by tooth decay. If you’re experiencing toothache, it’s essential to understand the causes, symptoms, and...
There comes a time when the tides change, and we become a caregiver to those that raised us and drove us to soccer practice, dance recitals, and music lessons. They helped us brush our hair and taught us to brush our teeth. Now we are the ones helping with shopping,...
Your dentist has told you that you would need a root canal to get rid of an infection and to save your tooth. You immediately think, will this be a painful experience? In the past, root canals were known for being quite painful. Of course, you are nervous about the...
