Your child’s teeth goes through a lot of changes. Teething Your child’s first teeth may start coming in around 6 through 8 months. This is a process called teething. Often, babies who are teething want something to chew on. When looking for a teething ring, choose one made of hard […]
Only a handful of self-administered interventions provide additional protection against gingivitis and periodontitis – Dental Care At the moment, all other dental care interventions are only supported by insufficient evidence, says Frank Scannapieco, DMD, PhD, principal investigator and chair and professor of oral biology in the UB School of Dental […]
Humans tend to put a lot of stress on our teeth Luckily for us, each one is secured in place by the bones and tissues in our mouths. Specifically, our teeth are anchored to the jaw by something called the alveolar bone. Never heard of it? You probably just know […]
Encourage your kids to eat smart snacks Getting your kids to eat smart snacks like fruit, veggies and yogurt instead of candy, chips and ice cream might feel like pulling teeth. But it’s important to encourage them to eat smart snacks to keep their teeth – and body – healthy. […]
About 80 million people in North America are snoring in their sleep, and approximately 12 million Americans have sleep apnea. So what’s the difference, and why does it matter? – Snoring Snoring is caused by the vibration of the soft palate and uvula, occurring when the airway becomes obstructed during […]
Teeth are one of the busiest organs of the human body-Dental Hygiene Our recklessness often neglects our oral health (dental health) in eating habits and hygiene routines. Our overall well-being is dependent upon our dental hygiene. A single shred of bacteria can set our whole body in pain and jeopardy […]
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 […]
Bad breath, also known as halitosis, may be caused by a number of factors. We all know that pungent foods such as onions or garlic can cause less-than-fresh breath, but dry mouth, periodontal disease and tobacco use can also contribute. Bad breath can also be caused by bacteria that feed […]
Here are the steps to a Cleaner Mouth 1. Get your teeth professionally cleaned, for a cleaner mouth When it comes to cleaning your teeth thoroughly, leave it to a pro. We’re not saying brushing and flossing aren’t essential – but it’s only part of the equation. To get rid […]
In dentistry, children and cavities seem to go hand in hand. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 28 percent of children ages two through five have at least one dental cavity, compared to 24 percent a decade ago. Although a four-percent difference may not seem like a […]