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 […]
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, […]
Exposed Tooth Root
Blog Highlights A tooth’s root is where the nerves of the tooth are stored An exposed tooth root is often the result of gum recession or gum disease One o the first symptoms of too root exposure is tooth sensitivity Do you feel a stab of pain when brushing your teeth or consuming hot or […]
Having Difficulty Swallowing?
Blog Highlights Often times the swallowing problem is caused by eating too fast or not chewing your food Swallowing happens in three stages and involves 50 pairs of muscles and various nerves It’s important to keep your teeth and gums healthy so they can prepare your food for swallowing Difficulty swallowing or the feeling of […]
Acid Reflux and Your Dental Health
Blog Highlights One of the other, lesser known effects of GERD is tooth decay GERD causes stomach acids to travel up the esophagus and into the mouth Changing your diet and taking certain medications will hopefully keep your GERD under control Gastroesophageal acid reflux disease (GERD) can wreak havoc on your oral health. Patients who […]
