Did you know that tonsils can be problematic? Particularly for breathing in early childhood, which is why many doctors recommend that the child have them removed. These two oval-shaped lymph nodes hanging out at the back of the throat work as a defense mechanism to prevent oral infections. They are...
VIEW POST Healthy teeth can last a lifetime. And you can keep your teeth healthy with two basic things: mindful daily oral hygiene home-care and visiting the dentist regularly to avoid needing a root canal. But sometimes, due to negligence or even occasionally genetics, a tooth gets damaged from decay. It's when...
VIEW POST Speaking, chewing and laughing with an open mouth all happen thanks to your temporomandibular joints (TMJ). Since they are a part of an intricate system, when there is an imbalance, there are a variety of symptoms that can range from mild to extreme. These joints are actually one of the...
VIEW POST With fall just around the corner, sports activities are ramping up again making you or your kids vulnerable to oral injury. But sport season means havoc for your dental health in more than one way. So being aware and prepared can help you keep yours and your family's smile healthy,...
VIEW POST When you're a proactive patient you have no problem asking questions about your oral health or what the foreign dental lingo actually translates to. But have you ever wondered how many questions and/or comments your dentist actually has for YOU? Here are six common things dentists around the country say...
VIEW POST Dental anxiety is more common than you might think, and if you are one of those folks who put off seeing the dentist because even thinking about it makes your hands clammy, you're not alone. Whether it's the idea of sitting in a chair with the hygienist or dentist hovering...
VIEW POST You probably know by now that having better dental health results in better general health! That's because healthy teeth and gums mean no tooth decay or gum disease weakening your body's defenses— keeping you healthier overall. And this matters because gum disease is linked to serious health conditions including heart...
VIEW POST Have you been living with ugly teeth or dental problems that keep you from smiling easily or feeling comfortable with yourself? If so, this is a terrible price to pay when it comes to your self-esteem. Thanks to advances in cosmetic dentistry, you can finally make the changes you want...
VIEW POST Could you imagine smiling without teeth? Your teeth do a fantastic job every day of completing your smile so you look your best. They actually do a lot for you. Your teeth help you speak properly so that you can have confidence communicating with those around you in your day-to-day...
VIEW POST You brush your teeth, you floss them too, and you see your dentist on a regular basis. If you're taking all of these actions, then you are doing a great job keeping your smile healthy! You get a gold star from us. However, even when you're following those steps, it...
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