If you’re like many people, mouthwash usually sits beside your toothpaste waiting to be used when you randomly remember. Many people have no clue that it is a highly beneficial component of your dental health. Here are a few things you need to know about mouthwash including how to use it and why it sometimes…

When your dentist recommends that you get braces, there are many questions that go through your mind. The most obvious one is how long you’ll be expected to wear the braces. The reality is that the average amount of time for braces to effectively do their job will depend on a variety of factors. The…

If you’ve sat through any dental cleaning, then you know flossing is an integral part of the whole process. This process works to remove unwanted debris from tooth surfaces that cannot be reached by traditional brushing. While you know it’s important, walking into the oral health aisle at your local store can reveal a ton…

Tooth decay is the destruction of tooth structure and can affect both the tooth’s enamel and dentine layers. In the early stages of tooth decay, you’ll experience tooth sensitivity or toothaches that seem to occur with no apparent cause. Unfortunately, without seeing a dentist regularly, tooth decay can easily sneak up on you and do…

Wisdom teeth, the last adult teeth to emerge, can be an uncomfortable experience for many adults. Adults are usually 17-24 years old when the wisdom teeth start to come through. However, if you’re of the 35% (healthline.com) of the human population who never gets wisdom teeth, consider yourself lucky. Wisdom teeth don’t necessarily seem to…

A dental implant is an artificial tooth that’s surgically installed into your jawbone, usually on a titanium post. Since titanium is well-received by the body, there’s little chance of rejection; it’s also lightweight but strong, so it works well to anchor the implant. The titanium post functions the same as the root of a natural…

Losing baby teeth is a natural and inevitable part of growing up. Although wiggly teeth can cause some discomfort, parents should be cautious about pulling them out. While nearly everyone has heard tales of tying teeth to doorknobs or more modern devices like RC cars or drones, many adults have actually lived through stories like…

Fluoride comes from fluorine, an element that naturally occurs in water, soil, and many foods. Fluoride is also synthetically manufactured for use in drinking water, mouthwashes, and toothpaste. Fluoride is an essential mineral in your teeth and bones. It helps keep your teeth healthy and strong and fluoride can also repair decaying teeth in the…

If your dentist determines that you require a root canal, it means that you have developed an infection in your tooth. If you have ever wondered how long you can go without getting a root canal, you are not alone. Unfortunately, it is not uncommon for individuals to put off a root canal. However, understanding…

In addition to avoiding cavities and keeping your smile bright, maintaining good oral hygiene has been shown to decrease the risk for developing serious health issues, including cancer, diabetes, and heart disease. As such, it is important that you know what to do on a daily basis to ensure your oral health. It all begins…