Are My Teeth Shifting As I Get Older?
As you age, you may notice changes in your teeth. Even if you've had braces as a child, your teeth won't stay on the same place forever. Have you wondered what causes teeth to change position as we age, whether…
Why Am I Missing a Permanent Tooth?
On average, we will grow and lose 20 baby teeth. As they fall out, we will grow, on average, 32 permanent teeth. But that’s just the average. Did you know that not all people have 32 (or 28, if wisdom…
My Child’s Baby Tooth Has a Cavity. Should It Be Filled?
Since primary teeth, commonly known as baby teeth, don’t stick around forever, we might get the idea that maintaining them isn’t all that important. After all, if you knew you were going to replace it soon, you probably wouldn’t obsess…
What Are Some Signs I Should Call My Dentist?
When it comes to our oral health, it can sometimes be difficult to tell if what we are experiencing is a natural occurrence, a serious issue, or simply in our heads. Though reassuring, it can feel like a waste of…
What Causes Dry Mouth? Should I Be Worried?
Dry mouth (also called xerostomia) is both a common and overlooked condition. The common occurrences of dry mouth are caused by a number of relatively harmless triggers, such as mild dehydration, sleeping with an open mouth, and salty foods. More…
I Recently Discovered I Have Diabetes. Why Is My Dentist Worried?
Diabetes is a disease which affects your ability to process sugar. Most people who are familiar with the disease know it can affect your eyes, kidneys, nerves, and heart. A lesser known fact is that it can affect your mouth.…
Can Nail-Biting Damage Your Teeth?
There are many reasons to stop biting your nails. It’s unsanitary, visually displeasing, and it makes your nails jagged and sharp. For some people, these reasons aren’t enough to kick the habit. If you’re one of those people, here’s another…
Why Do My Teeth Hurt When I Exercise?
Most people know that exercising can cause soreness, cramps, shin splints, and skin irritation. A lesser known fact is that exercising can cause pain in your teeth. Perhaps you’ve been perplexed by this curious sensation during your own exercise routine.…
What Are Sealants?
The best way to fight cavities is to brush and floss regularly, but sometimes it can be tough to clean the entire surface of your teeth. This is especially true in the case of our molars, which reside in the…
Should I Whiten My Teeth at Home or at the Dentist’s Office?
If you’re like most of us, your teeth aren’t perfectly white. In fact, years of ingesting coffee, sugar, tobacco, or any other teeth-staining substances may have yellowed or even browned your teeth. Thankfully, dentistry has evolved to a point where…