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Cavities are another name for tooth decay. Tooth decay is a serious dental issue that harms the teeth, creating a hole in the tooth surface. First, for a tooth to be susceptible to decay, the bacteria must adhere themselves to the tooth. When you eat something, bacteria in your mouth break it down into simple sugars. These sugars are then ...

Breathing out of your mouth may not seem like a huge problem but in terms of oral health and facial development in children, mouth breathing can create some concerns. Breathing out of the mouth is sometimes caused by chronic nasal obstruction. When your body can’t get enough oxygen by breathing through your nose, it automatically resorts the only other thing ...

Jaw pain refers to an uncomfortable feeling or a sensation that is associated with tooth pain, tenderness, aching of the other areas of the neck or face, and difficulty in chewing. Teeth grinding occurs when you move your jaw while your teeth are clenched. Teeth grinding can be a major cause of jaw pain. This is because nighttime clenching or ...

When you open your mouth to talk or smile, your teeth are one of the main focus points on your face and, you want people to see a gorgeous, sparkling white smile not discolored or chipped teeth. But if your teeth are dull, stained, discolored, chipped or crooked, then you don’t have to live with a smile that you are ...

Permanent teeth are supposed to last a lifetime, but sometimes tooth extraction becomes necessary to maintain oral health. From the time your first tooth erupts as a child, your teeth are constantly moving and developing depending on how well you take care of them. It is important to keep our permanent teeth as long as we can. In certain cases, ...

Your smile is important to enhance your personality. It is usually one of the foremost thing people see about you. With your smile you can change the way the world looks at you. An alluring smile can make you feel confident. Very few people are born with perfect teeth, and in this respect, fewer are blessed with a perfect smile. ...

Problems with your gums, teeth, and tongue can hint at health concerns deeper in the body. The health of your gums is one of the biggest indicators of health issues in the body. No matter how beautiful your teeth are, if your gums aren’t healthy, you could be putting yourself at risk for a slew of health ailments. Certain unusual ...

Dental health is an extremely important component of your overall health. We often see patients who haven’t been to the dentist in a long time. Many people are fearful when it comes to visiting the dentist but for some, the trepidation is so intense that they avoid going to the dentist for years. Although we recommend a visit every 6 ...

Teeth were designed to complement each other and plan an important role in speaking, chewing, and in maintaining proper alignment of other teeth. Unusual stresses are placed on the gums and other oral tissues when teeth are missing or damaged. Technological advancements make it possible for you to maintain an amazing smile even if you have decay or damaged teeth. ...

Effective and efficient infection control in dental clinics is essential for the safety of patients and to ensure that productivity does not suffer. Infection control programs all include the cleaning and sterilization of reusable dental instruments and devices. Today’s busy dental practices face a serious challenge, to maintain or increase productivity while ensuring that patient safety remains a top priority. ...