As a parent, you’re probably always on the lookout for things that keep your child’s life healthy. Whether it’s their diet, activity level, or oral health, nothing goes unchecked. However, it is quite common for parents to ignore a growing child’s oral health needs. The oral health of a growing child depends a lot on … Read more

Whether one of your teeth has gone through a bit more wear and tear than it should, or you’re about to cover up a few imperfections with extensive treatments, a permanent filling has proven to be a one-size-fits-all solution when it comes to dental problems.    With the right amount of maintenance and proper dental hygiene, … Read more

The stereotypical image of a toothless, wrinkly old man sitting at a park in downtown Seattle does not fully encapsulate the array of oral health issues seniors face. No matter how much we dread it, our bodies and health tend to deteriorate with age.  Not only does our skin sag and organs begin to slow, … Read more

When it comes to a toothache, the pain that you usually feel comes in two forms: extremely painful or barely there. Although there is a standard protocol for dealing with painful toothaches (which is to automatically rush to your dentist), most people don’t actually know what to do with minor toothaches.  More often than not, … Read more

Bad breath in adults is more common than you think. Researchers estimate that over 80 million Americans suffer from chronic halitosis (bad breath). At least 99% of everyone else experience ‘dragon breath’ in the first hours of the morning. Let’s be honest, everyone develops bad breath at some point in their life. It could be … Read more

Losing a tooth is very common and it can happen for many reasons including gum disease, accidents, trauma, and more. Over the past many years, dental implants have replaced dentures and bridges as a better solution to filling a gap left by tooth loss.  Tooth loss is so common that according to the American Association … Read more

Proper oral hygiene is essential not just for your oral health, but for your overall health as well. Brushing and flossing your teeth on a daily basis is one thing, but visiting your dentist on a regular basis for professional dental cleaning is another.  Chances are you have serious dental issues that require more than … Read more

Traumatic dental injuries usually occur as a result of an accident or a sports mishap, and people of all ages can be affected. These injuries may include fractured jawbones, knocked-out teeth, and soft tissue wounds. If you have recently gotten into an accident and suffered from oral or facial trauma, it is imperative that you … Read more