As you probably know, it’s possible to accidentally damage a tooth or to cut your gum tissue. However, you may not be very familiar with some very easy ways to experience an oral mishap – and how to avoid them. The good news is that in addition to your preventive care, there’s not much effort […]
Category: Patient Education
Questions About Your Tongue
January 14, 2016
When it comes to your teeth and your gums, you might find that you are ready to answer a variety of questions about dental hygiene and potential oral health issues. However, when asked about your tongue, you might find that you don’t have nearly as much information – if any at all – about this […]
Choosing Your Toothpaste: A Quiz
January 13, 2016
Do you ever look at your tube of toothpaste and wonder if you’re making the right choice for your dental hygiene? Perhaps you assume all toothpastes are alike and simply reach for an interesting flavor or the cheapest product on the shelf. When it comes to making a good choice for your oral health, it […]
A Germ’s Journey Inside your Mouth
October 9, 2014
on this particular germ’s journey towards creating tooth decay. Sugar Bugs Streptococcus mutans are quite commonly found in the human mouth, though we aren’t born with the germs. S. mutans are able to grow best in temperatures between 18 and 40 degrees Celsius. The temperature of a “normal” mouth averages at 37 degrees Celsius, making your oral cavity […]
The What, How, and Why of Composite Resin
February 20, 2014
Composite resin dental restorations have been around since the 1960s, but didn’t become widely used in the U.S. until the 1990s. In the years since, composite resin fillings have made mercury amalgam all but obsolete. Today, we’re answering essential questions about this backbone of the holistic dental practice. […]
