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What to Look for As Your Child's Adult Teeth Come In

Your child has 20 baby teeth that emerge by the age of three. About three years later, these teeth begin to fall out in a generally predictable pattern. As a parent, you should know what to expect to help your child through this natural progression.

Dec 16th, 2024

Tips for Getting Your Teen Through a Wisdom Tooth Extraction

The third set of molars, commonly called wisdom teeth, usually appear on X-rays during adolescence. When extraction is necessary, you can help your teen by preparing them for the experience.

Nov 7th, 2024

14 Dangers of Mouth Breathing and What to Do About It

Virtually everyone experiences temporary periods of mouth breathing, often during allergy season or during a bout with cold or flu. However, chronic mouth breathing creates dangers that pose risk for a wide range of health conditions.

Oct 18th, 2024

Does Your Child Have a Tongue Tie?

Tongue-tie is a condition that restricts the movement of the tongue. In some cases, it can significantly impact a child’s oral health, diet, and speech development.

Sep 11th, 2024

Symptoms of Impacted Wisdom Teeth

Wisdom teeth are the last adult teeth to erupt from your gums. These four molars are often crowded for space, may not develop normally, and can become impacted. Impacted wisdom teeth can cause aching pain and many other problems.

Aug 15th, 2024

Is Sleep Apnea Dangerous?

Keeping your spouse awake with your snoring? Still tired when you get out of bed in the morning? Your snoring may indicate a sleep disorder called obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). Left untreated, OSA can contribute to a wide range of health problems.

Jul 16th, 2024

Are You Brushing and Flossing Properly?

Even if you’re confident in your oral care skills, learning new techniques to take care of your teeth can be beneficial. Learn more about what you can do to protect your smile from plaque and bacteria.

Jun 14th, 2024

Get Your Smile Ready for Summer with Professional Teeth Whitening

There’s no better or faster way to brighten your smile than by choosing a professional dental office whitening treatment, and there’s also no better time than now to prepare your smile for summer.

May 9th, 2024

Why You Shouldn't Ignore a Missing Tooth

One or more missing teeth can set off a chain reaction of health events that might surprise you. Ignoring these missing teeth and the spaces they leave behind can carry long-range consequences.

Apr 1st, 2024

How to Take Care of Your Temporary Dental Crown

Porcelain crowns are the standard of care when it comes to reinforcing a compromised tooth. Before your permanent crown is custom made, you’ll need a temporary crown to protect your teeth during the manufacturing process.

Mar 13th, 2024

Telltale Signs of an Impacted Tooth

An impacted tooth doesn’t break through the gum as it normally should. It’s common with wisdom teeth, but it can happen to others as well, particularly if your mouth is overcrowded. Sometimes there are telltale signs of an impacted tooth.

Feb 1st, 2024

5 Surprising Benefits of Professional Dental Cleanings

Preventing gum disease isn’t the only advantage of a professional dental cleaning. Read on to learn how regular cleanings can optimize your oral health. Here are five benefits to consider.

Jan 11th, 2024

Could I Have A Tongue-Tie?

A tongue-tie is usually considered a child’s condition that interferes with feeding and speech development. It’s possible, though, for a child to get by with the condition so that they carry it into adulthood. Could you have a tongue-tie?

Dec 1st, 2023

The Best and Worst Foods for Your Child's Teeth

The foods your child eats have a big influence on their oral health. A balanced diet with a wide range of nutrients provides the building blocks behind strong teeth while reducing the risk of tooth decay.

Nov 16th, 2023

Give Your Crowns a Long Life with These At-Home Care Tips

A dental crown–a shaped cap of porcelain or other material that fits over broken, decayed, or weak teeth–is a long-lasting restoration that preserves your natural tooth. You can extend its life with at-home care.

Oct 2nd, 2023

What's Your Chronic Bad Breath Trying to Tell You?

Some of the many forms of bacteria active in your mouth are often contributors to chronic bad breath, but there are other reasons for it too, including medications, medical conditions, and smoking.

Sep 1st, 2023

Do I Have to Have My Wisdom Teeth Removed?

You may not need your wisdom teeth removed, but certain dental conditions can be avoided or fixed with their removal.

Aug 2nd, 2023

The Importance of Dental Cleanings

No matter how diligent your brushing and flossing regimen is, plaque and tartar still gain the upper hand in the long run, leading to gum disease and declines in oral health. Even the best brushed teeth need regular dental cleanings.

Jul 5th, 2023

I Have a Severe Toothache: What Should I Do?

It seems that toothaches never start during your dentist’s office hours. You need to know how to deal with a sudden, severe toothache until you can find dental care. Here’s a list of things to try -- and avoid -- to ease the pain.

Jun 1st, 2023

My Child Is Afraid of the Dentist: How Can I Help?

There are few people -- of any age -- who’d identify a dentist visit as their favorite activity. For a child who’s outright afraid of the dentist, maintaining good oral health can be a stressful situation for everyone involved. Read on to learn how you can

May 2nd, 2023