If you notice swelling in your mouth or jaw, call us right away for an appointment. Oral swelling is almost always caused by an infection of a tooth or the gums. If an infected tooth is the culprit, it usually means there’s a deep cavity allowing bacteria to infect the […]
Enjoy being outside, just remember to be safe from the sun! Regardless of your past sun exposure, it is always beneficial to start protecting your skin. Research shows that regular sun protection can decrease your risk for sun cancers, reduce the number of pre cancerous lesions on your skin, and […]
You probably know that brushing alone won’t take care of your oral hygiene. You hear it all the time from commercials, your dentist, probably even from your mother. You probably know they’re all right, too. With regular dental cleanings, your dentist can help prevent the crevices between your teeth from […]
Dental Care Checklist for Infants See the dentist by age 1. Schedule your infant’s first dental visit by the age of 1 or after the first tooth erupts. Clean baby’s gums. Use gauze to clean your infant’s gums after feedings and at bedtime. Ideally, this should be done […]
Prevention of Sinusitis During the winter months – in fact, any time when the air is very dry – it’s important to keep your nasal passages moist. A simple home remedy is to sniff salt solution into both nostrils 2-4 times a day. To prepare an effective homemade solution, add […]
A root canal is one of the most feared of all dental procedures. Although a competent dentist can usually perform a root canal with minimal discomfort and with a high degree of success, problems may occur. When a tooth becomes infected, the treatment options include either root canal therapy or […]
Estimates suggest that annually Americans consume 45 million pounds of caffeine and hot coffee and teas are the most popular sources for the legal psychoactive stimulant drug. Both beverages are associated with having dental health perks as black coffee has been found to lower acid levels on teeth, reducing the […]
There was a time when people got sick and no one knew why. They didn’t know that germs invisible to the naked eye were common. It was 1676 when the first bacteria was discovered. And it was 1898 when the first virus was observed and noted by scientists. Scientists also […]
In light of the Corona Virus, we would like to assure all our patients that our office is taking all precautions possible and continuing with our strict sterilization process as well as all other preventative measures to keep our patients and staff safe. What dental practitioners need to know CDA is closely […]
Deciduous teeth are baby teeth. We’re born with two full sets of teeth and this first set is also called primary, milk or lacteal dentition. These teeth begin to erupt anytime after 6 months of age, which is commonly referred to as “teething.”