Visits to the dentist have the potential to trigger high levels of anxiety for some people. Dental anxiety and phobia are extremely common issues. It is estimated that up to 9% to 15% of Americans avoid seeing the dentist because of anxiety and fear. Dental fears and anxieties are particularly
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Although we prefer to focus primarily on preventative dental care and keeping your teeth healthy for life, there are many times when our patients come to us with issues that require a more extensive approach for treatment. One of such issues is when a tooth becomes inflamed or infected internally.
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Tooth loss is a common issue among adults. In fact, it has been estimated that 69 percent of Americans age 35 to 44 and a total of 120 million people in the U.S. are missing at least one tooth. When adults have missing teeth, most replace these teeth through implants,
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We all care about the long-term health of our teeth. In our busy lives, however, it is easy to make mistakes in our regular at-home dental hygiene routine that may be causing long-term detriment to our mouth. When our hygiene routine is in error, cavities and gum disease gain the
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We all want healthy teeth. You may be interested to know how your diet can affect the health of your teeth and your overall oral health. Delta Dental released an article that highlights the top vitamins and minerals your mouth needs. Here’s an overview of the top 4 and great
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We all know that the regular consumption of coffee, tea and sodas can have a detrimental effect upon the whiteness of our teeth, but often that does not deter us from partaking! There is good news, however! There are ways to minimize the effect upon our teeth without giving up
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If you have a young child, you may be wondering when and if you need to help them overcome their thumb sucking or pacifier use. You may be asking yourself if it really is harmful, at what age it should stop, and what are the potential problems the habit might
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Did you know that your mouth is host to a number of different strains of bacteria? Bacteria are tiny living organisms that move, grow, eat, reproduce, and more. These bacteria function in an ecosystem within your mouth called the “human oral microbiome.” Bacteria make up a large part of this
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The average adult between the ages of 20 and 64 has three or more decayed or missing teeth. If you have lost or are facing the loss of even one or more teeth, there are potential concerns you will want to address to ensure they don’t affect your health or
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Many people associate the golden years with the loss of dental health and, as a result, tooth loss. As you age, dental health does not need to deteriorate. There are ways that you can help ensure a great smile for a lifetime! Eat Nutritious Foods In your golden years, it
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