Have you ever had a baby drool on you? A new tooth may be on its way. A baby’s first teeth are temporary. They form in the gums before birth and begin erupting at about six months. By the time a baby is two or three, they should have a complete set of 20 temporary teeth. … [Read more...]
Kissing and Gingivitis – Some Things You Shouldn’t Share With A Kiss
Dental health is important to you, and that fox at the gym seems to have noticed. You brush twice a day, floss every night and visit your dentist regularly. But be careful – if you think those butterflies in your stomach may soon lead to smooches, then you should find out if they … [Read more...]
Healthy Gums Make Healthy Teeth
If you want healthy teeth, your gums need to be in good shape too. Gum disease (also called periodontal disease) is a chronic bacterial infection that can affect both your gums and the bones supporting your teeth. Certain factors contribute to gum disease, such as poor dental … [Read more...]
Sensitive Teeth – Don’t Let the Pain Control You
Ever bite into a big scoop of ice cream, and instead of tasting a delicious treat, you feel pain? You may have sensitive teeth. It’s a pretty common problem that’s often triggered by hot or cold foods and drinks, or by breathing cold air. If you’ve got sensitive teeth, you can … [Read more...]
Tips to Relax and De-Stress
We all deal with stress -- whether we work full-time, go to college, or stay at home with the kids. Juggling work, kids, family, friends, appointments and errands just stresses us out. And stress can have a very negative effect on our oral and overall health. If we don’t take … [Read more...]
