What is a Mouth Debridement?
Plaque (or biofilm) is a soft, sticky substance containing bacteria that coats your teeth. When plaque builds up on your teeth and hardens, it becomes tartar, also
Plaque (or biofilm) is a soft, sticky substance containing bacteria that coats your teeth. When plaque builds up on your teeth and hardens, it becomes tartar, also
When you experience jaw or facial pain, it is normal to suspect immediately that your teeth are the cause. Even though this may be true
Nutrition might seem like a pretty straightforward topic, but it can quickly veer from “put food in mouth to live” to a deeply confusing place.
Sports injuries, car accidents, or falls sometimes happen. Tooth luxation occurs when a tooth is dislodged when trauma disrupts the ligaments and tissues holding the
If your child is getting braces, one of the first things they may receive is a palate expander – a device that creates more space
Abnormal tongue conditions can look alarming. Atrophic glossitis is one of these conditions. Luckily, with a dental professional on your side, they can put your
We’ve all heard that enamel is important to tooth health. But what happens when your enamel doesn’t develop properly? Enamel dysplasia is a condition that
Definition Any trauma to the mouth that may cause bleeding and lacerations to the gums, and dislodge, or fracture teeth, and may require immediate medical
The use of retainers after braces is an essential part of the continuing maintenance of teeth and will go a long way toward keeping the
When you visit your dentist’s office for a checkup and cleaning, your dental hygienist typically uses specialized tools to remove hardened debris and food from
Congratulations! You not only survived but thrived with braces, and now you have a beautiful smile to show for it. Your braces required a lot
Our brain contains thousands of nerves and multiple neural pathways, and sometimes those nerves can encounter abnormalities or injuries that result in chronic conditions. One