Are your teeth sensitive to cold? Both cold beverages and chilly winter weather can trigger mouth problems. Much like a snowflake, each person’s set of teeth is unique. Some are sensitive to cold air, while others get dry mouth. If your smile is prone to winter woes, you don’t … [Read more...]
Hockey and Missing Teeth: Play it safe, use a mouthguard
The Olympics are just around the corner and a common favorite Olympic sport is hockey. But have you ever wondered why hockey players wear those ever-present mouthguards? Mouthguards have been around since the 1930s but are still merely recommended by the NHL, not required. … [Read more...]
HIV and Dental Issues
What are the dental problems that can occur due to HIV? In people with HIV, the immune response system is weak, leaving an affected person prone to infections, including those that affect the teeth. Studies reveal that more than one third of those with HIV have dental … [Read more...]
Winter Driving, Teeth Grinding
I grind my teeth a lot. I especially grind my teeth while sitting in traffic because of six inches of snow or because I am waiting for the plow to pass. Don’t get me wrong, I love winter, but driving winter conditions can be stress-inducing. Stress is just one of the many … [Read more...]
