Dental sensitivity is that sharp twinge of mouth pain some people feel when consuming certain foods or beverages. This is a common problem that occurs when the dental enamel has … read more
Archives for September 2015
Question: Will Alternative Sweeteners Damage My Teeth?
Question: I’ve heard alternative sweeteners can be better for your health than regular sugar, but will they still damage my teeth? Regular sugars (pure cane sugar) cause tooth decay by … read more
Know The Signs Of Oral Cancer
Although you may know that oral cancers most commonly occur due to extensive cigarette, tobacco, or alcohol use, you may not know that over one quarter of all oral cancers … read more
The Wildest Dental Novelties You Have To See To Believe
As dentists, we’ve probably seen every tooth-shaped knick knack on planet earth — or so we thought. Little did we know, there’s a whole world of outrageous and unbelievable dental-themed … read more
Do Natural Toothpastes Work?
Natural products — those made without chemicals that can be harmful — have been incredibly popular in the past few years. Toothpaste is no exception. Although traditional toothpastes are perfectly … read more
What Tobacco Really Does To Your Teeth
It’s no big surprise that using tobacco products is one of the worst things you can do for your health. Not only do they wreak havoc on your heart, lungs, … read more
What Are Disclosing Tablets?
Plaque is a tricky little substance. Not only is this stuff super sticky and full of bacteria, it’s also invisible. That means even if you’re diligently brushing your teeth every … read more
What To Expect During A Root Canal
“This is going to be about as much fun as a root canal” is something you might have heard a co-worker mumble before an important meeting, or maybe you heard … read more