Thanks to modern day dental technology, the practice of receiving a dental crown is becoming a whole lot easier. A dental crown is a custom-made cap that is permanently placed over a damaged tooth to restore shape, strength, and aesthetics. Typically, in the event a crown is needed, a mold would be made of the […]
***UPDATED: May 9, 2014*** National Facial Protection Month may be over, but the importance of wearing a mouthguard is still in the news. According to a recent Medical News Today article, a study has found that young athletes who wear mouthguards have a lower risk of suffering a mild traumatic brain injury (MTBI) or concussion, […]
Have you noticed a change in your gums over time? Is your gum tissue lowering its position on your teeth, causing pain and an unsightly smile? Gingival recession, or gum recession can be caused by a number of habitual actions, but if addressed early enough, can be treated easily. When left untreated, however, the supporting […]
Visiting the dentist has long been thought of as a chore, given a negative pretense due in large part to pain that is often associated with common dental procedures. Unfortunately, this leads to the avoidance of the recommended bi-annual trip for professional cleanings and exams, which more times than not contributes to more serious oral […]
The American Association of Endodontists (AAE) has recently release some great news. In preparation for their 8th annual Root Canal Awareness Week, taking place between March 30 and April 5, 2014, they conducted a survey to gauge the general feelings of American adults on the topic of root canals. According to a recent Dental Tribune […]
New Sugar Guidelines to Improve Global Oral Health
***UPDATED: March 26, 2015*** While the world is now aware of the potentially hazardous effects of excessive sugar consumption, a recent analysis of historical documents suggest that the sugar industry tried to keep consumers in the dark for as long as possible. Most health organizations are now recommending individuals limit (or eliminate) added sugars, but […]