Important Information about Teeth Grinding
Blog Highlights: Adults who suffer from a lot of stress and anxiety will tend to grind their teeth during sleep Bruxism is associated not just with stress, but also with sleeping disorders, and malocclusions Fractures on your teeth, tooth pains, and dull headaches are some of the symptoms of bruxism Children can also suffer from […]
The Effects of Smoking and Using Tobacco on Oral Health
Blog Highlights: Having bad breath is just the beginning of what smoking can do to your oral health Smoking and tobacco use can cause oral cancers and gingivitis The only way for smokers to decrease their risk for developing these diseases is to quit Nicotine can make it very hard for smokers to quit because […]
5 Steps that Can help you Quit Smoking
Blog Highlights: The American Cancer Society has launched the great American Smokeout Smokefree.gov provides professional assistance as well as evidence-based information for those who plan to quit smoking If you want to quit, you need to have a plan and you need to stay true to it You can download apps, get online tools, or […]
Facts about Smokeless Tobacco
Blog Highlights: Instead of smoking cigarettes and cigars, some people prefer to chew tobacco Smokeless tobacco can be classified as chewing tobacco or snuff Using smokeless tobacco can cause a wide array of dental problems In many countries, smokeless tobacco is considered as a safer alternative to smoking Smokeless tobacco is also used to help […]
Things you need to Know about Sjögren’s Syndrome
Blog Highlights: Sjögren’s Syndrome is a chronic autoimmune disorder where the body’s own immune system mistakenly attacks your own moisture-producing glands and organs. This disorder can affect anyone no matter the race or ethnic group Sjögren’s Syndrome mostly affects women who are aged 40-50 years old The cause for Sjögren’s Syndrome still remains unknown As […]
Important things you need to know about Root planing and Scaling
Blog Highlights: Gum disease is caused by bacteria found in plaque; it develops as the plaque begins to reach the gum line. Gum disease causes the gums to pull away from the teeth, creating spaces called pockets. Root planing and scaling are designed for deep cleaning, they are ideal for patients who are suffering from […]
Things you need to know about Dental Sealants
Blog Highlights: Dental sealants create a barrier that protect your teeth from decay They are ideally used to seal off the pits and fissures on your teeth’s chewing surfaces When applied, the sealant goes into the pits and fissures where it hardens and bonds directly to the tooth Dental sealants are typically used to help […]
Important Facts About Your Saliva
Blog Highlights: Saliva is very important for your oral health Saliva has many similar properties to blood It can help protect both hard and soft tissues within your mouth The reduced flow of saliva can lead to tooth decay and to oral infections Saliva contains substances that help you digest food, protect your mouth from […]
