How Stress Impacts Your Teeth and What You Can Do
Stress can do many terrible things to your body but many don’t think about how stress affects your teeth. Fortunately, there are ways you can limit problems stress can cause to your mouth and ways to treat the results of stress. Your teeth and mouth could see the ill effects of stress in six distinct […]
How to Correct a Crossbite for a Straighter, Healthier Smile
Crossbites can cause your smile to be less attractive but also can cause your mouth to be less functional when it comes to chewing. A crossbite could have long-term implications for nutrition and oral health care. Fortunately, there are correction options available. Crossbites are a common orthodontic problem. Some cases can be corrected quickly while […]
How do I maintain really clean teeth and avoid issues?
Dental issues like cavities and gum disease are avoided with proper oral care, but most don’t know they can add habits beyond brushing and flossing to improve their mouth health. A dentist provides tailored guidance for your unique lifestyle. You can develop a plan to keep your teeth clean and avoid cavities by talking to […]
How Long Does It Take a Root Canal to Heal?
The short answer of how long does it take a root canal to heal is less than a week but that can depend on each case. Some may feel some sensitivity and discomfort for a month or longer. That shouldn’t worry you unless you start to feel more pain than normal. You should contact your […]
Is It Better to Use an Electric or a Manual Toothbrush?
Most people want things that almost magically improve their health, including oral health. They always want the next new thing or the most tech thing. When it comes to dental health, the choice often comes down to an electric or manual toothbrush. The truth is both can be equally effective in removing bacteria, the organisms […]
How Often Should You Visit Your Dentist?
People put off going to the dentist. They do this for different reasons ranging from fear to not having dental insurance or money to pay for it. A common reason for delaying a dental visit is they simply don’t want to make time for it. They see going to the dentist as a hassle. Yet, […]