Lemon Water and it’s effect on Dental Health Lemon water is pretty simple—it’s basically plain water that’s been infused with fresh lemon juice and a few optional ice cubes—but there’s no denying that it can be exceedingly delicious in the summertime (or after a sweaty workout), as it gives basic water a wow-worthy flavor boost. […]
Mouth detox techniques like tongue scraping and oil pulling may help reduce harmful mouth bacteria. Much like a juice cleanse or other holistic techniques, a mouth detox aims to rid your mouth of disease-causing bacteria. Left unchecked, these microbes can lead to bad breath, plaque, gum disease, and other oral health conditions. A mouth detox […]
Teeth are living tissue and a key component of a healthy body – Teeth Whitening Each tooth consists of a crown, which is the white part of the tooth, and the root, which sits inside the gum and out of view. The outside of the crown is covered with a hard substance called enamel. This […]
Dental anxiety can delay the dental treatment or avoid dental appointments altogether While one can never be too prepared for a dental appointment, counteracting measures to prevent dental anxiety are necessary. In such instances, both the patient and their dentist can feel at ease, making it a smooth journey towards a beautiful smile. The origin […]
Daytime sleepiness and snoring are 2 of the main symptoms of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). With OSA, the back of the throat and the tongue relax and block the airway during sleep. If you cannot get a breath, you may wake up slightly to reposition yourself and clear your airway. This can happen several times […]
Your dentist needs to know about your past or current illnesses and medication use. Some general health conditions and medications can affect your oral health, and your oral health can affect some general health conditions. Health History Dentists may ask you about your overall health, including conditions like these1: ▪heart or blood conditions ▪cancer ▪eating […]
A Mouthgaurd helps cushion a blow to the face, minimizing the risk of broken teeth and injuries. Imagine what it would be like if you suddenly lost one or two of your front teeth. Smiling, talking, eating—everything would suddenly be affected. Knowing how to prevent injuries to your mouth and face is especially important if […]
Fluoride helps fight “acid attacks” like the sugars you eat or drink, and some make acids that cause cavities. Who Can Benefit From Fluoride? Infants and children whose teeth are still developing When children eat food or drink beverages that contain fluoride, it is carried to teeth developing beneath the gums. Children and adults whose teeth […]
Do you clench your teeth when you are feeling stressed? Do your jaw muscles hurt? – Bruxism What Is Bruxism? Bruxism is a habit during which you grind your teeth or clench or thrust your jaw forward over and over again. This habit can affect your oral health. It can cause teeth to break or […]
Vaping, or use of electronic-cigarettes, is still pretty new, and the long-term health effects are relatively unknown. However, 2019 and 2020 reports of serious health problems developing after vaping, some requiring hospital stays for seizures and serious (even deadly) lung damage, have been headline news. What Is Vaping? Vaping looks a lot like smoking a […]