As kids, we were all told to brush our teeth twice a day and be sure to floss. Some well-meaning person—your dentist, perhaps—might even have shown you how to do it. Maybe it took. Maybe not. All these years later, can you be sure you’re brushing your teeth properly? After all, if you’re going to…
Once upon a time, a loose tooth was exciting. It meant a visit from the tooth fairy, maybe a little prize or reward under your pillow. As the years moved forward, each loose tooth meant we were a little older, a little wiser, a little closer to growing up and experiencing the world on our…
The term “root canal” is probably the most feared in all of dentistry. Root canals carry with them a reputation for being arduous and painful, often resulting in more pain than the tooth was causing to begin with. Nothing could be further from the truth. Like many medical procedures, the once-fearsome root canal has come…
Have you asked yourself recently, “Why are my gums swollen?” If you’re not sure what the cause may be, it’s probably time for a trip to the dentist. Swollen gums may be a sign that something more significant is afoot in your mouth. Taking quick action is the best thing to do to stop any…