How Often You Should Visit Your Dental Hygienist
How Often You Should Visit Your Dental Hygienist Everyone knows the general rule when it comes to visiting your dental hygienist, be sure to visit every 6 months or earlier if tooth aches or problems occur. This, however, isn’t necessarily true. There are many other factors that would influence the need for you to visit […]
What Causes Bad Breath?
What Causes Bad Breath? Bad breath is common among a lot of people. Having bad breath not only makes the people around us uncomfortable, but it also makes it uncomfortable to be around people. Listed below are a few causes of bad breath: Poor Oral Hygiene: It is recommended that you brush your teeth twice a […]
How To Know If You Have HPV Oral Cancer
How To Know If You Have HPV Oral Cancer Oral cancer, like every other cancer, is caused by the overgrowth of cells. This is very commonly caused by human papillomavirus (HPV), an incurable sexually transmitted disease (STD) that has been on the rise in recent years. A person with HPV can transmit the disease through […]
Why Parents Should Take Their Child To A Dental Hygienist At An Early Age
Why Parents Should Take Their Child To A Dental Hygienist At An Early Age In the past, pediatricians advised taking children to the dental hygienist when they had all the milk teeth in their mouths. Normally, the complete appearance of deciduous or temporary teeth (commonly known as “baby teeth”) occurs around 30-36 months of age. […]
Treatment For Snoring And Sleep Apnea
Treatment For Snoring And Sleep Apnea Orofacial myology is a discipline that involves the application of a set of procedures and techniques used to correct the orofacial muscular imbalance, create adequate muscle patterns for swallowing, improve word articulation, eliminate harmful habits and improve patient aesthetics. The development of orofacial functions is related to the breastfeeding […]
Should My Child Get Teeth Sealants?
Should My Child Get Teeth Sealants? As a parent taking your child to the dentist or dental hygienist, you’ve probably heard the term “sealant” or “preventative sealants” being thrown around. You’ve probably gathered some loose information about what they are and why they can be beneficial for your child. Here are all the facts about […]
When To Start Worrying About Snoring
When To Start Worrying About Snoring Snoring is caused by blockage or obstruction of air as it passes through the back of the mouth and into the throat. The opening and closing of the air passage causes a vibration in the throat tissues that results in the sound known as snoring. The volume and frequency […]
How To Encourage Your Kids To Brush Their Teeth
How To Encourage Your Kids To Brush Their Teeth When you have children with difficult attitudes towards brushing their teeth, getting ready for bed can be a nightmare. Teaching your child to brush their teeth and getting them to actually do it is made all the more difficult when they’re fussy, resistant, and downright difficult. […]
What is Tooth Enamel and How Do I Protect It?
What is Tooth Enamel and How Do I Protect It? Tooth enamel is the strongest substance in your body. It is the semi-clear, hard, and durable outer layer of your teeth that protects from daily wear and tear. Your tooth enamel is responsible for not feeling extreme hot or cold from food or drinks, fends […]
Teeth and Gum Health Care Tips
Teeth and Gum Health Care Tips Your teeth and gums make up the foundation of your mouth. To be sure that your dental care is in the best shape when you visit your dental hygienist, read the article below to gain some knowledge on how to keep your teeth and gums in great condition. It […]