by Author | May 18, 2017 | Dental Care
Dental sealants are a thin protective coating that is painted on the chewing surfaces of your back teeth specifically the molars. They are made from either plastic or other dental materials. The sealant bonds into the pits and grooves of the molars. Since food and...
by Author | Apr 25, 2017 | Dental Care
If you have Xerostomia, also known as Dry Mouth Syndrome, you are not alone. It is common for everyone’s mouth to feel dry from time to time; however, when the feeling doesn’t go away it can cause other health issues. Saliva is very important in cleansing our mouth...
by Author | Jan 13, 2017 | Dental Care
Periodontal disease is an infection on the gum tissue that surrounds and supports the teeth. Fifty percent of adults over the age of 30 have some sort of gum disease. The symptoms can vary from having puffy red gums to even bleeding gums when brushing or flossing....
by Author | Nov 2, 2016 | Dental Care
Receding gums are no fun! It can be irritating and painful. Gum recession is a very common problem. But what exactly is it and what causes it? Gum recession happens when the margin of the gum tissue that surrounds the tooth begins to move or pull away gradually thus...
by Author | Oct 12, 2016 | Dental Care
If you are dealing with bad breath, you are not alone, it is estimated that 1 in 4 suffer from bad breath, also known as Halitosis. Embarrassing as it may be the good news is that it is a problem that is often easy to fix. What causes bad breath? There are several...
by Author | Sep 14, 2016 | Dental Care
Does a sweet treat set your teeth on edge? Does a scoop of ice cream put you in tears? Does breathing cold air give your teeth a jolt? If eating hot, cold, sour, or sweet food cause pain, you may have sensitive teeth. Some patients even experience occasional pain when...
