During open enrollment last year, you might have chosen a new dental insurance plan. Or, you might have decided to purchase a dental policy for the first time. If so, you’ll want to maximize the benefits you’re getting out of your new plan in 2019. Although it’s always a good idea to use up your… Read More
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Financing Implants: What Are Your Options?
Whether you are missing one, two, or several teeth, you should think about replacing them sooner, rather than later. Dental implants offer fixed, long-lasting, and natural-looking tooth replacement results. They are often considered the gold standard of tooth replacements because of their durability and appearance. There is only one major drawback to implants over other tooth… Read More
New Year’s Resolutions for Your Smile
If you’re like most people, you’ve probably made at least a few New Year’s resolutions in your life. Most New Year’s resolutions focus on self-improvement. Many people want to lose weight, exercise more or read more. As you plan for the rest of the year and think about the changes you want to make, it’s… Read More
Understanding Bruxism
There can be a lot of things standing between you and a good nights’ sleep. Often, people with sleep disorders don’t know they have them. All they know is that they wake up in the morning feeling as if they didn’t sleep at all. Teeth grinding, aka bruxism, is one sleep habit that can significantly… Read More
How Stress Affects Your Dental Health
Stress is one way our bodies are primed to respond to tense or dangerous situations. It’s thanks to stress that you have the “fight or flight” response. While some stress can be healthy, too much of it can become a problem. When you’re constantly feeling stressed, your physical and mental health can suffer. Being chronically… Read More
Are Bleeding Gums Always Bad News?
Bleeding gums can be alarming. You’re brushing your teeth and you look in the sink, only to see some blood mixed in with your toothpaste. Or, you look in the mirror and see some blood coming from your gums. While bleeding gums are definitely not something you want to experience, they’re not always a huge… Read More
Weighing the Pros and Cons of Wisdom Teeth Removal
When it comes to your teeth, there are a few common “rites of passage.” Losing your two front teeth, getting your first permanent teeth and getting braces are all fairly common dental events. Another common dental rite of passage, at least for people of a certain age, is having the wisdom teeth extracted. Traditionally, wisdom teeth removal… Read More
What You Can Do if You Hate Flossing
Flossing. If the word sends shivers up your spine, you’re not alone. A recent survey from the American Academy of Periodontology found that 36 percent of people would rather wash the dishes, clean the toilet or do a number of other unpleasant activities rather than floss. Another survey, this one from American Dental Association, found that… Read More
5 Ways to Prevent Tooth Loss
First, the good news: rates of tooth loss (both partial and full) have dropped considerably since the 1970s, according to the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR). Now, the not-so-good news: tooth loss is still a fact of life for many people. According to the NIDCR’s statistics, the average adult has around 25… Read More
Don’t Fear the Root Canal
Human teeth are made up of several layers. The outer layer is the hard enamel, covering the dentin, a material that’s also pretty tough and hard. The inner part of the tooth is the root, which is usually filled with a soft material called pulp. The pulp is made up of blood vessels, connective tissues, and… Read More
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