What are the Qualifications of a Good Dentist?
Blog Highlight: After getting a bachelor’s degree, the dentist needs to go through 4 additional years in dental school before he or she gets a DMD or DDS degree. After schooling, the dentist needs to pass a licensing exam and a national written test before becoming a licensed professional. Many dentists will offer their services […]
7 Easy tips for you to Quickly recover from a Wisdom Tooth Removal
Blog Highlights: Make sure that you plan your surgery before the weekend or before the holidays so you will have enough time to rest at home. After the surgery, you need to have a liquid diet. You can eat soups or soft foods like pudding for the mean time. You need to open your mouth […]
10 Habits that you Should Avoid for your Teeth’s Health
Blog Highlights: You should only use a toothbrush with soft bristles as a hard-bristled toothbrush can cause abrasions on your gums Brushing too hard and too often can wear down your teeth’s enamel and it can also damage your gums Nail biting is a habit that puts parfunctional bite forces on the surface of your […]
How can Stress Impact your Oral Health?
Blog Highlights: Stress can affect the whole body and it can also impact your oral health Stress can cause bruxism and clenching It can lead to temporomandibular joint disorder, tooth wear, and even loose teeth People who are suffering from oral problems because of stress need to see their dentists before permanent damage occurs Stress […]
Why do People feel Dizzy after sitting in the Dental Chair?
Blog Highlights: A lot of people experience dizziness, and some even faint after sitting in the dental chair for a prolonged period of time Some of the patients feel anxious with the dental treatment while some experience postural hypertension Some tooth numbing shots will also make you dizzy because it contains a small amount of […]
What should you do if you are Experiencing Jaw Pain after a fall?
Blog Highlights: If you have a jaw pain after a fall that does not go away or gets worse, you need to seek professional help right away. The only way for you to know what is going on with your jaw is to let the dentist evaluate your pain. The pain may be caused by […]
Knowing what to do if you have Recurring Swollen Gums
Blog Highlights: Gum infection can be very painful and it can be an indicator that something worse is about to happen to your oral health. Recurring swelling is a hallmark sign that you have a gum abscess that is caused by an infection. You need to see your dentist so he or she can drain […]
Are Canker Sores Infections and Transmissible?
Blog Highlights: Canker sores are not actually contagious Cold sores or fever blisters are caused by the herpes virus Cold sores or fever blisters can be found on the lips or inside the mouth Canker sores are not like fever blisters or cold sores. This means that they are not actually contagious. Canker sores are […]
