Do I need a Night Guard?
How do I know if I need a night guard? If I do need one, what kind should I get? What are the differences between ones from the drug store and the one I would get from my dentist? We…
What’s the Best Type of Electric Toothbrush?
Electric toothbrushes are popular and come in a variety of styles. Some use vibration while others use rotation-oscillation. They also vary in speed, with some allegedly achieving an ultrasonic speed of 192,000,000 movements per minute! Is one style of electric…
Are Oral Piercings Dangerous?
Body modifications such as tattoos and piercings seem to be popular forms of self-expression, but, given how important oral health is to overall health, are there any dangers someone thinking about getting an oral piercing should consider? What are the…
Do I Need Dental Insurance?
Having dental work done can be costly, so it’s not surprising that people would look to dental insurance to help. But, is it worth it? We asked dental professionals for their thoughts. Here’s what they had to say: The short…
Tooth Knocked Out! What Should I Do?
What should you do when a tooth is knocked out? Whether in sports or everyday life, accidents happen. And, in some accidents, teeth may be lost. So, what’s the best thing to do if this happens to you—how should you…
Dental Night Guards: What They Are and How They Are Made
If you notice you clench your jaw or grind your teeth while you sleep, a night guard may offer you some relief and protect your mouth. Dental night guards can help give patients who grind their teeth, an issue called "bruxism," or clench…
Is Traditional Floss Still Necessary if I Use a Water Flosser
Many people have started incorporating water flossers into their dental health routine. Although water flossers are a nice instrument to have to help keep your teeth clean, do you still need to use traditional floss? We asked a number of dentists…
Which Toothpastes Work?
Toothpaste comes in such a wide variety of options it can be really intimidating to pick one out. While they all say they fight cavities, some claim a variety of other benefits. We’ve seen toothpaste specially formulated for tartar, gingivitis,…
What Does a Pediatric Dentist Do?
From the time your child’s teeth begin to develop, they will need to visit the dentist. For children's dental health, you will see a pediatric dentist. This dental specialist usually sees patients from the time their first tooth appears through…
Do I Still Need to Floss if I Use a Waterpik?
We recently asked a number of dentists about whether or not most people should incorporate a water flosser into their oral hygiene routine. A follow-up question that frequently comes up is whether or not these devices eliminate the need for…