Dental Blog
What is Gingivitis? What is Periodontitis?
Gingivitis is inflammation of the gums that has a variety of causes but is most often a response to plaque accumulation on the teeth at the gum line. The inflammation occurs because the body sends blood (which contains white blood cells) to the gums to fight off the...
Should Your Child Get Dental Sealants?
Children may be at a much higher risk of cavities in the deep grooves of the biting surfaces of their molars. Anatomically speaking, some children will have deeper grooves that are more prone to cavities, and some will have shallower grooves that are less prone to...
Do You Need A Frenectomy?
A frenum is a small attachment of soft tissue that connects two areas of the mouth. The main locations of the frenum are: The tongue to the floor of the mouth. The lower lip to the lower jaw. The upper lip to the upper jaw. You can view these small tissue patches if...
How Can You Prevent Baby Bottle Tooth Decay?
The alternative name for baby bottle tooth decay is "early childhood caries," which means cavities that form on baby teeth at a young age. We know that healthy baby teeth lead to healthy adult teeth. They are space holders for the adult teeth and provide a healthy...
How to Pick the Right Toothbrush for You
There are many factors involved in choosing the right toothbrush for your needs, and the toothbrush aisle can sometimes be overwhelming with all the options. Let us break down all the functions of a toothbrush to help you choose the one that will work best for you. ...
Is Dental Fluoride Beneficial For You?
Fluoride is a naturally occurring mineral found in salt and fresh water. It has been studied over decades and has been found to help reduce the likelihood of dental decay, slow the process of current decay and even halt and reverse it. It is a highly successful...