Many people will experience the onset of their third molars or wisdom teeth coming in during their late teen years to early twenties. Since the other 28 teeth are usually already in place by then they often don’t have enough room to properly fit which can cause wisdom teeth pain to occur. Wisdom teeth frequently come it at an angle, come in too close to another… Read More »
In 2015, Americans alone spent over $11 billion on teeth whitening, including over $1.4 billion on at-home whitening products .There are plenty of products to choose from when it comes to whitening your teeth.However, most whitening products use chemicals to bleach your teeth, which concerns many people.If you want whiter teeth, but also want to avoid the chemicals,… Read More »
Brushing your teeth with that minty refreshing toothpaste is typically the first thing you taste in the morning. There are lots of people including myself who have not changed their toothpaste in years. They go by the same taste and the same flavor every single morning. Now, what if I told you that not only the flavor but… Read More »
Gum recession is the process in which the margin of the gum tissue that surrounds the teeth wears away, or pulls back, exposing more of the tooth, or the tooth’s root. When gum recession occurs, “pockets,” or gaps, form between the teeth and gum line, making it easy for disease-causing bacteria to build up. If left untreated, the supporting tissue and… Read More »
Maybe you’ve been avoiding group photos or even dodging the mirror. The reason? You’re finding it tough to flash a smile thanks to swollen, tender, bleeding gums. The best way to tackle the problem is to brush and floss your teeth and keep up regular visits to your dentist. But you can also check out some home remedies,… Read More »
Dental implant surgery is a procedure that replaces tooth roots with metal, screwlike posts and replaces damaged or missing teeth with artificial teeth that look and function much like real ones. Dental implant surgery can offer a welcome alternative to dentures or bridgework that doesn’t fit well and can offer an option when a lack of natural teeth… Read More »
Your head pounds, your gums throb, and your mouth is sore and tender. You’ve got a toothache. See your dentist ASAP. In the meantime, use these home remedies to get short-term relief.Saltwater RinseUntil you can get to the dentist, one of the best things you can do is swish warm, salty water around in your mouth. A good mix is 1/2 teaspoon… Read More »