Are you afraid of going to the dentist? Dental anxiety affects millions of people worldwide, often preventing them from receiving the oral healthcare they need. If the thought of sitting in a dental chair makes your heart race or your palms sweat, you're not alone. Understanding that dental anxiety is a [...]
Oral cancer is not uncommon — about 50,000 people are diagnosed with this type of cancer every year. But there’s no need to panic! Learning how to identify early oral cancer signs can save your life and the lives of your loved ones. Risk factors for oral cancer Knowing how to [...]
Missing teeth might seem like a problem of the past — something we only had to deal with when gaining our permanent teeth as children, or after taking a basketball ball to the mouth during a pickup game in college. However, missing teeth in adults are more common than most think. In fact, some [...]
Have you ever caught yourself grinding or clenching your teeth during the day? Maybe after a particularly stressful meeting at work, or after you stubbed your toe on your door frame in the dark? Perhaps you’ve had a partner or spouse complain to you that your teeth grinding woke them up [...]
“Many patients have said this one small thing has changed their life”, says Dr. Black. “It’s possibly a game-changer in the prevention of oral disease.” By now, most of us have heard about the health benefits of a good night’s sleep. Not only does it allow you to think more clearly, [...]
At some point, many of us have experienced bleeding gums. Maybe you’re brushing your teeth and you see a little bit of blood when you spit out your toothpaste. Or, you notice your gums feeling a little raw after you floss. Bleeding gums might not seem like that big of a deal. [...]
This year and the global pandemic have caused a lot of change to our usual routines. One big routine that might have changed due to the onset of COVID-19? Your regular visits to the dentist’s office. But as recent studies show a connection between gum disease and COVID-19, it’s more important [...]
Did you know tooth decay is the #1 chronic health issue affecting kids 6-19 today? Luckily, tooth decay is preventable, which is why it’s never too early to start teaching kids how to take care of their teeth. Establishing a healthy routine not only prevents problems now, but it also sets [...]
Brush your teeth at least twice a day and don’t forget to floss. We’ve all heard these instructions before and know them to be an important part of caring for your teeth. But there’s so much more to it than that! Here’s what your dentist wants you to know — even if you [...]
Your teeth are pretty amazing. They’re great at what they do and with proper care they can last a lifetime. But sometimes, misinformation, confusion, and even good intentions can lead you astray when it comes to caring for your teeth. In today’s post you’ll learn about a few of the things you should never [...]