Your dentist has a number of options for relieving short-term dental pain. Tell your dentist about your level of dental pain and how long you have had it. Give a complete medical history including all the medications you are taking. Over-the-Counter Medications OTC pain-relief medications include acetaminophen and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory […]
Gum disease can sneak up on you if you don’t know what to look for. It starts out in a mild form called gingivitis, which rarely causes pain, so you’ll probably see the signs before you feel anything unusual about your gums. You might notice: ▪red, swollen gums or ▪bleeding […]
How Do I Know Which Products Really Work? – ADA The American Dental Association (ADA) can help. Look for the ADA Seal of Acceptance. The Seal says that a dental product is safe and effective. Also, visit MouthHealthy.org or follow the ADA on social media. The ADA provides information on […]
Choices for fillings has its pros and cons, and your dentist has choices available when fixing cavities. Amalgam You may have seen silver, or amalgam, fillings. These fillings are a mixture of mercury, silver, tin, copper, and very small amounts of other metals. Usually amalgam fillings are used on the […]
Dental X-rays can detect problems that would be missed by just looking in your mouth ▪an infection in your tooth or tooth root; ▪cavities between teeth or under fillings; ▪trouble with teeth and jaw development in children and teens who are getting their permanent teeth; ▪bone loss from severe gum […]
Dental erosion is the process of your teeth exposed to acidic food or liquids over time, causing enamel to be lost Where Does the Acid That Causes Dental Erosion Come From? Common sources of acids associated with dental erosion, include acidic food and drinks, acid reflux, and vomiting. Acidic food […]
A good grin is an excellent accessory. Dental Veneers However, not everyone is proud to show off their teeth. There are several reasons why someone would not be willing to expose their teeth when they smile. Crooked teeth, crowding and discolored teeth are some of the reasons you will prefer […]
For many children, going to the dentist is a scary experience, especially if it’s their first dentist trip. It’s intimidating not knowing what the dentist is going to do or say. While a first dentist trip can be stressful for young children and their parents, it shouldn’t be avoided. In […]
Self-empowerment and collaboration go a long way toward helping patients trust a dentist You might have seen the news story where a dentist defrauded patients by drilling off tooth cusps and then telling them they needed crowns. I want to assure you this is not representative of all, or even […]
Healthy teeth and gums will brighten your smile It’s been instilled in us since day one: brushing your teeth twice a day will help keep the dentist away. But it’s easy to go overboard on the brushing, fret about staining, or make silly – and potentially harmful dental mistakes. To […]