Unevenly spaced teeth and other alignment issues can significantly diminish smile aesthetics. More importantly, problems like these undermine the overall structural integrity of the bite and can lead to undue wear and tear on the natural tooth structures. Correcting alignment issues is often an important part of improving smile aesthetics, but it can also be…
A beautiful smile not only boosts self confidence, but it can impact the overall quality of life an individual has. Unfortunately, not everyone is born with a perfect smile, but that doesn’t mean that it is out of reach. Everyone knows how to straighten teeth at the most basic level: metal braces. But now there…
Rather than pass on your fear of the dentist to your kids, teach them these important dental health habits instead. Scared of the dentist? You could be passing that fear on to your children, according to a new study from the Rey Juan Carlos University of Madrid. Researchers found that the development of “dentophobia” is…
Gum disease, also known as periodontal disease, is a chronic infection that can result in a number of health problems, from mild inflammation to severe gum damage to tooth loss, if left untreated. In addition, gum disease can affect your overall health, and has been linked to an increased risk of heart disease and stroke.…
Despite your mother’s finger-wagging, sugar-laden candy bars aren’t the only cause of cavities. Tooth decay actually results when bacteria in your mouth feed on food debris (starchy, sticky foods are a primary culprit) and produce acid as a byproduct. This mix of food, acid, saliva, and germs clings to your teeth as a filmy substance…