Your smile is one of the most intuitive indicators of your oral health, and by association, your overall health. Unsurprisingly, black gums indicate that your health is compromised, and sadly, they are far too common among the general population. Whether the source...
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3 Simple Secrets to Make Flossing Simpler
Whenever the topic of proper, thorough dental care comes up in conversation, the number one piece of advice is always the same – floss regularly. Yet, despite common knowledge that flossing is key to excellent dental hygiene, very few of us can truthfully...
Dental X-Ray Check Ups: What They Are and How Often Do You Need Them
Even though the dentist has a head-on, front and center view of your teeth during an examination, problem areas can often hide in the invisible nooks and crannies around your teeth. For this reason, dentists employ the use of X-Ray technology to get complete scans of...
Back-to-School Dental Checklist
Back to school season is the start of a new chapter, and your kids are probably equipped with all the school supplies, clothes and sports equipment that they need to succeed. But, are they equipped with the right tools to maintain healthy teeth? This time of year is a...
How to Relieve the Pain of Braces
Braces have been one of the most bittersweet innovations of modern dental technology since their inception. Though they are an expensive nuisance and an awkward symbol of youth all at once, the promise of perfectly straight teeth is often worth the hefty price tag. ...
The Worst Habits for Your Teeth and How You Can Quit Them
Bad habits -- everyone has one, and kicking it for good is a hard thing to do. As harmless as you think your bad habit may be, it could be causing more damage to your teeth than you realize. Dental emergencies, accidents and sudden tooth problems are often caused by...