Remember the game where someone would whisper a sentence in your ear, then you told someone, then they told someone, and by the time it came back around it was completely inaccurate and exaggerated? This is the case with root canals. For those of us...
With the internet, mobile phones, tablets, and a plethora of apps available for download, it is easy to gain access to information on just about any topic. When it comes to taking care of our teeth, daily brushing and twice-annual visits are the most important...
With continued advancements in dental care technology, routine trips to the dentist have become relatively quick, easy, and pain-free. Often, the dental hygienist is the first person to greet you as you sit in the dental chair as they prepare you for a detailed examination...
Antibiotics play an important role in helping the body fight off infection. In dental care, antibiotics might be prescribed before, during, or after a procedure depending on the situation. Whether you are currently on antibiotics for health issues or suspect you may need an antibiotic,...
According to the American Heart Association, nearly half of all adults in the United States have some form of cardiovascular disease. Among the many causes that point to heart health issues, periodontal disease has been shown to be a significant predictor of certain coronary events....
Using our mouth and teeth is an automatic and unconscious process. Quite simply our teeth are there and we use them. On the surface, teeth are a white coating called enamel. Below the surface is a complex layer of tissue and nerves that play important...
We all desire to build a trusting relationship with our doctors. From physicians to dentists, we want to feel confident they are qualified to care for us and have a genuine interest in our wellbeing. If you are one of nearly 40 million Americans who...
Every day we brush our teeth, we floss, and we rinse. In our most diligent state, we visit the dentist twice per year for a more thorough cleaning and checkup to ensure the health of our mouth. However, even with the most committed dental hygiene...
Your dentist has advised that you need to have your wisdom teeth removed, but you’re not sure why. Also known as the third molar, wisdom teeth often need extraction even in the absence of pain. In fact, nearly 85% of adults have had their wisdom...
There are some celebrities that make the rumpled bed head hairstyle look good. Rod Stewart. Mick Jagger. We know them for their voices and iconic songs as much as we do for their signature looks. But when your toothbrush develops a bad case of bed...
