Dental implants should never be a replacement for natural teeth But Dr. Fred Guerra, DMD with Guerra Dental in Colorado Springs tells me, even if you take impeccable care of your teeth and gums you may still find yourself missing a tooth or teeth and in need of implants.You can […]
We all have that friend who takes meticulous care of their teeth, consistently flossing and brushing after every snack and meal. But as it turns out, over-brushing your teeth isn’t good for your dental health. Brushing your teeth too much can wear down your enamel and cause receding gums, Tasios […]
Brushing your teeth is such a set habit in our day-to-day routines that you probably don’t even think about it. But you could be making easy-to-fix mistakes that undermine the daily ritual which your oral health largely relies on. These include not paying attention to your tongue, as well as […]
According to an article from the YBdent Dental Clinic, to keep your natural whiteness and shine brush your teeth with sodium bicarbonate (Baking Soda) can help remove stains and lighten the enamel slightly at home, provided it is first consulted and approved by a dentist. Benefits of brushing your teeth with baking soda […]
Everyone knows that you should brush your teeth at least twice a day: once in the morning and once before bedtime. But when it comes to your morning routine, is it better to brush before or after breakfast? The truth is that few studies have looked into this question and […]
There are two main camps when it comes to morning brushing: Those who wake up thinking, “Ew, I gotta get this sticky stuff off my teeth right now,” and those who figure they might as well wait until after breakfast to brush away the crumbs. Whichever camp you’re in, you may […]
As good as dental implants are, they should never be a replacement for natural teeth But Dr. Fred Guerra, DMD with Guerra Dental in Colorado Springs tells me, even if you take impeccable care of your teeth and gums you may still find yourself missing a tooth or teeth and […]
Too much saliva can be unsightly and embarrassing; too little can cause dry mouth syndrome. Most people would rather not talk about saliva. Without an active supply of saliva to help defend your mouth from bacteria, fungi and viruses, you can become especially vulnerable to cavities and gum disease. The […]
There was a time when people got sick and no one knew why. They didn’t know that germs invisible to the naked eye were common. It was 1676 when the first bacteria was discovered. And it was 1898 when the first virus was observed and noted by scientists. Scientists also […]