The practice of tongue scraping is a highly talked about trend on the web and in social media. Some are making claims that it’s a miracle solution to all sorts of dental problems — but what exactly is tongue scraping, and can it really improve your dental health? Here’s everything…
Braces have changed a lot since you were a kid. They’re no longer the obtrusive and obvious system of wires that pull your teeth into alignment. Over the years, dental technology has improved braces to be more effective, more inconspicuous, and faster-acting. If you’re considering a procedure to straighten your…
You’re likely familiar with fillings, crowns and veneers as applications used to help reinforce weak teeth or provide aesthetic or structural support. To fill in the gaps of this knowledge, we’re going to take a look at a couple of other common tools your dentist uses to repair teeth: dental…
A CEREC crown can be applied in one visit, as opposed to a process of two or more weeks with traditional crowns. Let’s break down what a CEREC crown is, how it’s made, and how to know if it’s right for you. What is a CEREC crown? A crown is…
What are veneers? Veneers are thin laminate coverings that can be applied to teeth to reshape them and transform your smile. Different materials can be used for this process but the two most common are composite resin and porcelain. If you’re considering using veneers to enhance your smile, you should…
Is it a fight to get your kids to brush their teeth in the morning and before bed? You’re not the only one. Kids just want to play and have fun, and brushing their teeth gets in their way, they think. Kids might resist brushing their teeth, but there are…
We all want to keep our teeth beautiful and healthy and to prevent damage and cavities. But that can be hard to do since we can’t see inside our own mouths. Here’s how to tell if you have a cavity, so that you can be aware of the warning signs…
If you haven’t yet had your wisdom teeth removed, you’ve probably wondered at some point when is it time to get my wisdom teeth removed? While for most people, wisdom teeth begin to come in between ages 17 to 21, that’s a big range and it’s different for everyone. Some…
You know that you’re supposed to floss, but do you actually know how to floss? If it’s been a while since you flossed, or if you have been flossing regularly but aren’t getting glowing reviews on your dental hygiene from your dentist, your technique might be a little rusty. Here’s…
Stomatitis is the technical term for soreness and inflammation in the mouth, whether on the cheeks, gums, tongue, palate, or lips. There are three general types of stomatitis that cause pain and irritation for dental patients: canker sores, cold sores, and mouth irritation. Cold Sores Cold sores (a.k.a. fever blisters)…
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