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Understanding Gingivitis and Gum Diseases

Your teeth are much more important than you might think. Most of us take our smile for granted until we begin to experience problems with it. One of the most common issues that people deal with are gingivitis and gum disease. These two problems, which are the same only better or worse than the other, can cause your teeth to become loose and for your smile to go from being bright and beautiful to unsightly.

What is a Root Canal?

Teeth can be a sensitive subject. When going to see a dentist, there are some things that people might not understand as far as terminology. In this post, we will be defining what a root canal is and how the procedure is performed.

Ten Foods That Strengthen Tooth Enamel

We all know that regular brushing and flossing, in addition to regular dental check-ups, can help keep our smiles looking great for decades to come. However, it’s important to look after our tooth enamel. Avoiding fizzy drinks and sugary foods can help, but did you know that there are some delicious foods you can eat to strengthen your teeth and keep your enamel looking great?

Bruxism Leads To Physical and Dental Health Problems

Bruxism involves repetitively clenching the jaw or grinding the teeth, and it can lead to an assortment of physical and dental problems that include:

• Chipped teeth
• Eroded dental enamel
• Headaches
• Loose teeth
• Jawbone malformations
• Temporomandibular joint dysfunction
• Cracked teeth
• Sores on the inner cheeks
• Misalignment of teeth
• Facial pain
• Damaged dental restorations
• Irritated tongue
• Earaches
• Poor sleep quality

Approximately 25 percent of the population has bruxism at sometime in their lives, but some individuals have chronic bruxism.

Teaching Children About Dental Hygiene

Establishing a good dental hygiene routine at a young age is an important part of lifelong oral health. Children should be taught how to care for their teeth as soon as their first one erupts. Children are more likely to properly care for their teeth into adulthood if they are taught a good oral hygiene routine from a young age.

Dental Care for Pregnant Women

Pregnancy and Dental Care

“Can I go to the dentist while I am pregnant?” This is a question we hear often at our practice. Many women wonder whether or not they can safely visit their dentist for dental treatment during pregnancy. The short answer is, “Yes, most dental treatments are safe” [notes the American Dental Association]. In fact, pregnant women are at a higher risk of developing tooth decay and gingivitis.

Did you know that poor oral health during pregnancy can contribute to “premature delivery, intrauterine growth restriction. [according to the American Dental Association]? Dental care is vital during pregnancy and is not something that should be overlooked or ignored.

While you are pregnant, you will have an higher risk of developing gingivitis and will be more likely to have tooth decay or cavities. Pregnant women experience more acid in their mouth due to morning sickness, which can lead to cavities during pregnancy. There is a tendency to have an increase in inflammation and swelling in the gums due to hormonal changes as well as plaque buildup, more likely due to easy gag reflex and hardship of the brushing and flossing of the teeth in the back of the mouth.