You know that it’s important for you to visit your dentist every six months if you’d like to keep your teeth healthy and strong—but do you know what actually happens during these treatments? Typically, we’ll clean your teeth thoroughly and inspect your pearly whites...
When it goes untreated, tooth decay can have very serious consequences. The bacteria-driven decay will slowly start to invade the interior of the tooth, causing more and more serious problems. In time, the decay can even lead to an infection in the root as well as the...
This holiday season, be an oral hygiene superstar by maintaining excellent oral health care habits such as brushing and flossing, as well as moderating which treats and sweets you will consume. It’s never too early to start thinking about what else you can do to...
Tooth decay is often a result of an inconsistent oral hygiene routine. The problem can easily be compounded by failing to attend your regular dental checkup with Dr. [doctor_name]. In an extreme case, the decay might be so severe that the tooth is lost. If the void...
It may come as a surprise to hear that chewing sugarless come can help prevent tooth decay. It’s true! Studies have shown that chewing sugar-free gum for 20 minutes can help prevent cavities. How does chewing gum help? The flow of saliva is increased when you chew...
