Many people often wonder “Why fuss over the baby teeth since they are just going to fall out anyway?” Answer: The habits we learn at an early age are more likely to carry on into adulthood. That being said, when children are encourage to brush and floss daily, they will most likely carry that habit [...]
Baby Teeth – What Are Baby Teeth?
What are Cavities?
Poor dental hygiene can result in tooth decay, also known as cavities. Learn how cavities form and how to protect your teeth against decay. Reasons to Brush Your Teeth Whenever a person eats or drinks, food and liquid, which contain sugar and starches, are often left behind on the teeth. Bacteria, which also live in [...]
What Are Wisdom Teeth?
The third molars, known simply as your wisdom teeth, are the last permanent teeth to erupt into your mouth some time between the ages of 17 and 21 years old. It is thought that the third molars were given the name “wisdom teeth” because they erupt at a time when a child becomes wiser — [...]
Replacing Missing Teeth With Dentures
When Are Dentures Necessary? Your dentist will recommend dentures as an option for replacing missing or if the current state of your natural teeth are beyond restoration. Situations that result in the removal of your remaining teeth are from: – Severely decayed teeth when root canal therapy is not an option – Advanced periodontal disease [...]
What You Can and Can’t Eat With Braces
Do you know what you can and can’t eat with braces? Having braces doesn’t mean that you will be living on pureed, bland foods during your treatment. Knowing what foods you can and can’t eat with your braces will help you achieve the optimum results after your orthodontic treatment has been completed. Preventing damage to [...]
Plaque Attack!
Definition: Plaque is a soft, sticky, and colorless deposit that is continually forming on our teeth and gums. Often undetected, plaque attacks the teeth and gums with the acid it produces from bacteria in your mouth. The bacteria uses the sugars from foods and beverages along with saliva, to thrive and multiply. This acid attack [...]
What is a Root Canal?
The space inside the tooth from the center, known as the pulp chamber, that travels down the length of the root to the tip (or apex) is called a “canal,” or more specifically, a root canal. Human teeth may have one to four root canals, depending on the anatomy of the tooth. Molars, may have [...]
