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Dental fillings are a very common and helpful procedure. Most people will deal with a cavity at some point in their lives, and fillings are the most common cavity treatment. But how exactly do fillings work? Are they safe? Keep reading for everything you need to know about dental fillings. Who Needs a Filling If […]

Tooth decay is a common childhood disease in the United States. According to a CDC report, 20% of kids between the ages of 5 and 11 have at least one decayed tooth. To help your kids avoid tooth decay, teach them the importance of regular brushing. The first step to doing this is getting them […]

Dental braces have been used to correct crooked/misaligned teeth since the 1800s. Recently, however, clear aligners have appeared as a viable alternative to them. Here are some features that give clear aligners an advantage over traditional braces: Clear aligners are discreet Clear aligners are transparent; they have no metal wires or protruding parts. They fit […]

A number of dental—and general health—problems start with bleeding gums, so, looking into the sink while you brush and seeing splashes of blood is never a good sign. Below, we highlight the major reasons why your gums may bleed while brushing. Wrong flossing technique If you have never flossed before and you are just starting […]

To keep the mouth healthy, it’s important to brush at least twice daily. While manual toothbrushes will do the job well enough, there are some benefits to opting for an electric toothbrush. Some of them are outlined below: They are more effective than manual toothbrushes The average adult can brush at about 300 strokes per […]

How you handle your children’s dental care in their formative years will go a long way in determining their oral health in the future. Below are common questions that parents find themselves asking about their child’s dental care; some of them may apply to your child now or in the future: When do children start […]

There aren’t many experiences as painful as a toothache. It has often been described as disruptive and debilitating, and victims often struggle to eat, work, or function properly. If you are suffering from a toothache, these are the likely causes and how you can treat them: Impacted Wisdom Teeth If the pain originates from the […]

As the human diet evolved from raw meat, uncooked vegetables, and tree roots to the more refined food we eat today, wisdom teeth became less functional. These days, the third set of molars only crowd up the mouth and cause oral problems. If you feel any of the following, it may be time to extract […]

Brushing is supposed to be an easy activity, after all, most people have been doing it since they were kids. It is surprising, then, to find that millions of people are making the same brushing mistakes. Some of those mistakes are highlighted below: You are using the wrong brushing technique Do you ONLY run your […]

Just as the body requires certain vitamins and minerals, so does the mouth. Having healthy teeth and a great smile goes beyond brushing regularly and avoiding sugary foods. Some of the vitamins and minerals that protect the wellbeing of the mouth are listed below: Vitamin A Vitamin A also helps the mouth produce adequate saliva; […]