In addition to brushing and flossing, remineralization is a great way to strengthen teeth that have been damaged due to everyday life. The best part is that the body accomplishes much of this on its own. You just need to encourage it. In this article, we’ll discuss how. The Demineralization…

Choosing a dentist is a bit like choosing a life partner. You want someone who you can trust. It’s true that coming to the dentist isn’t among the most comfortable or enjoyable of situations, but you know that the work they do is important and you’ll be left in a…

A root canal is a procedure involving the removal of infected pulp and the cleaning and disinfecting of the tooth. The tooth is then sealed to prevent future infection. But what happens if this procedure goes wrong? Root canals can go wrong for any number of reasons. The infection can…

There are real benefits and risks to using fluoride, so in this article, we’ll try to separate the science from the myth and give you a real sense of what fluoride is and how it works. Why Is There Fluoride in Drinking Water? Fluoride occurs naturally in soil, water, and…

Dental X-rays aren’t necessarily the most pleasant of experiences. In fact, they’re rather uncomfortable. Not quite as uncomfortable as a needle in your gums, but still uncomfortable nonetheless. The question then becomes: How often should you have your teeth X-rayed? Well, there are just some things that you can see…

The clinical term for bad breath is halitosis. For some, it can be extremely embarrassing. Drug and convenience stores are chock-full of remedies like gum, mints, and more to obscure bad breath, but what actually prevents it? In some cases, bad breath can be addressed by modifying your dental habits…

With all the fancy dental hygiene tools on the market right now, even diligent consumers can be overwhelmed by the sheer volume of choices. But which ones are really necessary and which ones just appeal to dental neuroses? Read this article to find out! The Basics: Toothbrushes, Toothpaste, and Dental…

Dental sealants are a layer of plastic that go on the back teeth. They’re usually placed on molars and premolars in an effort to prevent tooth decay. The sealant binds to the grooves in the tooth forming a protective layer on top of your enamel. The reason why sealants are…

If you have a toothache, you’ve likely scoured the internet looking for home remedies to tide yourself over until you can get in to see the dentist. While these methods may produce short-term alleviation of pain, they don’t treat the underlying cause of the toothache. Toothaches are caused by advanced…

The traditional way of treating cavities is by drilling and filling. If a cavity has just begun in your mouth, there may be other options. But by the time most folks find their way into the dentist’s chair, they’re likely experiencing some kind of tooth pain related to the decay…