Long Term Impacts of Teeth Grinding Bruxism, or teeth grinding, may not seem like a big deal to some people. People may not be aware that they grind their teeth at night while asleep, or they may grind their teeth while they are under stress while awake. The truth is that teeth grinding can have […]
How Does Smoking Affect Gums and Teeth? It’s long been known that smoking can impact your dental health as well as your overall health. Not only has smoking tobacco been linked to oral cancer, along with other types of cancer in the body, but it can affect the health of your teeth and gums. Even […]
What Is Restorative Dentistry, and How Can You Benefit From It? Restorative dentistry refers to dental procedures that help restore the function of your smile. This is different from cosmetic dentistry, which focuses on procedures primarily designed to improve your appearance. However, restorative dentistry procedures and cosmetic dentistry procedures often overlap, although they can certainly […]
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Simple Swaps to Reduce Your Sugar Consumption Sugar has been well documented as being bad for your oral health [1]. Sugar isn’t just acidic, but it causes oral bacteria to produce acids, which can attack tooth enamel. The result can be sensitive teeth, an increased risk for cavities, and tooth discoloration. Unfortunately, added sugar is […]
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How Regular Teeth Cleanings Keep Your Smile Healthy Although the standard time between teeth cleanings has traditionally been six months, the American Dental Association now recommends teeth cleanings at intervals determined by your dentist [1]. Since people have varying oral health needs, some people may need to visit the dentist more often, others less often, […]
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