Benzocaine for Teething Children? Don’t Do It!
Blog Highlights If your child is teething, they are likely in pain. As a concerned parent, your first response may be to reach for an over-the-counter pain reliever. Benzocaine is a common ingredient in pain relievers marketed to help relieve children’s teeth pain. However, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has recently warned parents […]
Crowns and Cavities
Blog Highlights Since crowns are made of synthetic material it is impossible for them to get cavities Getting a crown does not need to be a long, drawn out experience It’s important to keep your crown and the remaining exposed tooth clean Crowns are used to fix teeth that have been broken, cracked, or are […]
Local Anesthesia
Blog Highlights Longer-lasting and better-working drugs, such as Lidocaine, have replaced Novocain When the drug is injected there are a few other ingredients included in the shot Side effects from local anesthesia are fairly uncommon Local anesthesia is used when the dentist needs to numb a certain section or small area of your mouth. It […]
Dairy Foods and Your Teeth
Blog Highlights Caring for your baby’s oral health should be a priority from they day their born In general, children of all ages benefit from a diet that includes calcium-rich foods Some adults may benefit from more calcium One of the best ways to maintain strong teeth is to eat a healthy diet. Dairy foods […]
Root Canal Appreciation Day
Blog Highlights Often when we hear the phrase “root canal” we immediately cringe Root canal therapy is a dental treatment that involves removing infected pulp from a tooth In order to prevent root canals, it’s imperative that you practice good oral hygiene Back in 2005, there was a dentist who decided that root canals were […]
How Long Do Dental Prosthetics Last?
Blog Highlights The life span of prosthodontics depends on the type of prosthetic Crowns and bridges last depending on the strength of the teeth they are attached to As with your regular teeth, prosthodontics will last as long as you take proper care of them Prosthodontics or dental prosthetics are artificial replacements for teeth and […]
Wisdom Teeth: Does Everyone Have Them?
Blog Highlights Wisdom teeth are unnecessary; we do not technically need them anymore Sometimes there is enough room for the wisdom teeth and they grow naturally without issue You should speak with your dentist about your wisdom teeth Wisdom teeth are the last four teeth to grow in. They are located in the back four […]
Mouthwash: Does It Work?
Blog Highlights Mouthwash is an important part of a regular dental hygiene routine There are several types and brands of mouthwash in stores today It’s important to choose a mouthwash according to your dental needs Mouthwash is a common oral hygiene product. Most dentists encourage patients to use it at least once a day. However, […]
