Brushing and flossing are critical steps in your at-home dental care routine. But did you know other oral hygiene practices are just as important? Unfortunately, they’re often forgotten about, and skipping these essential steps can put your oral health at risk. You may be thinking, what are these critical habits anyways? Read along to find out what they are and …

Although most dentists try to avoid tooth extractions at all costs, it’s sometimes the only choice. This is especially the case when a wisdom tooth is impacted. This leaves you with a vacated space in your mouth that can cause the surrounding teeth to shift. Thankfully, the shifting can be prevented with the placement of a dental implant, but how …

It’s only natural to want your smile to look its absolute best. If you have an overbite, gap, crookedness or other alignment issues, Invisalign can help correct the problem. For your treatment to be as effective as possible, though, you need to work with the right dentist. As you continue reading, you’ll find some helpful tips for how to find an Invisalign …

If you’re like many people, you likely feel exhausted after a long day. It’s easy to lay down for a few minutes for a catnap to recharge your batteries; however, if you have sleep apnea, you might want to think twice before dozing off. Your little power nap can affect your sleeping at night. Here’s how napping and sleep apnea …

It isn’t any secret dental implants cost more upfront than traditional treatments. Although you want to benefit from them, you likely don’t want to pay full price. Many people look for ways to save money when replacing their missing teeth; however, the saying is true, you’ll get what you pay for. While you’ll find many discounted options, there are dangers of getting …

seasonal allergies. While common symptoms like sneezing and itchy eyes are well-known, many people don’t realize how seasonal allergies can impact their oral health. Allergies themselves won’t damage your teeth, but they can indirectly cause a host of issues that spell trouble for your smile. Read on to find out how allergies are connected to everything from toothaches to cavities …

When you wake up with a headache or occasional jaw pain, you may not think it’s a big deal or even worth dealing with. However, symptoms like TMJ pain rarely go away on their own and can be an indication for something much worse that’s developing. This includes TMD, a condition that affects the jaw, but has many long-term consequences …

Gingivitis is a common type of periodontal disease. The common symptoms include inflammation, tenderness, redness, and bleeding of the gums. Most of the time, this infection is brought about by a bacterial infection that spreads to the gums as a result of buildups of plaque and tartar. Periodontal disease is more common than you may think. In fact, half of …

There are so many exciting March holidays coming up in the near future. We are all so excited to get back to our everyday lives now that spring is nearly in the air. However, you shouldn’t slack when it comes you your smile. You certainly don’t want to end up spending extra time in the dental chair when summer comes …

Have you ever felt the need to cover your mouth every time you laugh or smile? If your dental appearance makes you feel less than confident, you aren’t alone. But what if you could drastically improve your smile in just one or two visits to the dentist? Cosmetic dentistry treatments can transform your dental appearance and help you regain your …